Different digital printer configurations have different material preferences due to the different ink characteristics: Water-based ink printers: Suitable for absorbent materials The ink used in this type of printer is naturally absorbed by the surface of the material, making it more suitable for a variety of absorbent materials, such as: Paper and paper products: Kraft paper, specialty paper, corrugated cardboard, kraft paper bags, cartons, paper bowls, bagasse cartons, egg trays, food packaging such as hamburger and pizza boxes, paper cups, stand-up pouches, newspapers, etc. Wood: Wood boards (untreated, with a certain degree of absorbency); Textile and fabric materials: Cotton, non-woven fabrics, sacks, linen, suede, and fabric products such as shoe insoles. UV Printers: Suitable for Non-Absorbent Materials UV inks cure and adhere quickly using ultraviolet light, without relying on material absorption. Therefore, they are more suitable for materials with dense, non-absorbent surfaces, such as: Plastics and Products: Plastic sheets such as PVC, PET, and PC, as well as plastic accessories such as mobile phone cases and tablet cases; Some Papers: White cardboard, kraft paper, and cardboard (those with smoother, less absorbent surfaces); Other Hard Materials: Leather, acrylic, glass, ceramic tile, and other sheet materials.
