Mimaki Printer Setup

So you’re thinking of purchasing one of the stellar Mimaki printers from SignWarehouse. That’s fantastic news and we are excited for you!

Mimaki’s eco-solvent printers are widely recognized in the printing industry for their precision, color accuracy, and versatility across a range of applications. Mimaki users have found them to be instrumental in producing quality signage, textiles, and promotional products. No wonder Mimkaki has such a great reputation among sign makers!

Because Mimaki offers solutions that cater to both high-volume commercial needs and more specialized artistic outputs, they are often favored for innovative features. Think white ink capabilities, multi-layer printing, and integrated cutting functions, which streamline production and expand creativity. Mimaki truly is a remarkable brand, and SignWarehouse is happy to bring you a variety of packages to fit your unique needs.

Before & Beyond the Sale -- the Mimaki Printer Setup

No matter how excited we are that you are looking into Mimaki printers, SignWarehouse is not just about sales (like some sign equipment companies seem to be). We want our customers to succeed in using their equipment and supplies. For us, product support begins before you even get your product. It requires making sure your environment is stable and can support your Mimaki printer. 

Your success as a Mimaki printer Eowner and user begins with the right setup. From experience, we have found that harnessing the capabilities of a Mimaki printer requires that the environment in which it’s installed plays a critical role. Investing in a suitable space is not just about protecting your equipment—it’s about laying the foundation for consistent output, professional results, and long-term business success.

Mimaki Printer Setup - Know Before You Purchase

Mimaki’s are high-performance machines, and require a clean, stable, and climate-controlled workspace to ensure consistent print quality and equipment longevity. Factors like dust, fluctuating temperatures, and humidity will affect the mechanical components and the behavior of inks and substrates. For example, excess humidity can lead to ink bleeding or media deformation, while overly dry environments might cause static issues or drying inconsistencies.

Creating the right setup environment contributes to smoother workflow and reduced downtime. Proper ventilation, adequate lighting, and organized material storage will support your efficiency and equipment maintenance. Ensuring that the power supply is stable and that the floor is level and supportive of the printer’s weight are crucial for safe and reliable operation. 

Mimaki Printer Setup - Environmental Requirements

Mimaki Printer setup checklistWhat has to happen to set up and maintain the proper environment for a Mimaki printer:

Level surface

The floor stands are set up with a precision level and that level must be maintained.

Humidity and Temperature

Relative humidity and temperature impact print quality and performance.

  • Relative Humidity spec: 35 – 65 %Rh
  • Temperature: 15 – 30 °C (59 – 86 °F)
  • Maintained temperature: 20 – 25 °C (68 – 77 °F)
Mimaki DTF ink

DTF Ink & Humidity

DTF ink requires more specific relative humidity. Relative humidity of at least 50% is required for proper performance of ink on DTF film and to prevent clogging.

Space

You must have adequate room for the printer setup and installation as well as room behind the printer to change media

  • 64-inch printers take up about 12 feet of floor space and should be positioned with at least two feet behind the print to maneuver behind it
  • MIMAKI suggests leaving at least 4 feet in front of the printer when using the XY slitter accessory

Power

  • 64-inch printers use a lot of power to run the heaters and the media take-up system and accessories
  • MIMAKI recommends running them on a dedicated 20-amp electrical circuit with an uninterrupted power supply to guard against power surges.

 

Creating the right environment for setting up your Mimaki contributes to a smoother workflow and reduced downtime. In addition to the above requirements, proper ventilation, adequate lighting, and organized material storage will support your efficiency and equipment maintenance. Ensuring that the power supply is stable and that the floor is level and supportive of the printer’s weight are crucial for safe and reliable operation. 

Enjoy your amazing Mimaki printer!