Canon iPF710 imagePROGRAF Technology Guide - Page 6

Canon Ink Technology The technology that goes into the ink you use makes a big difference in the results you get. Through advanced chemical engineering Canon specifically formulates all of the inks used in Canon large-format systems for optimum print performance. Why? Because having control over the production of our inks gives us greater control over the results. the photography, proofing or fine art fields, you'll appreciate the smoother gradations, sharper details and finer overall image quality produced by these inks. LUCIA inks are formulated to minimize graininess, improve scratch-resistance and prevent "bronzing" (that unwanted sheen that occurs when viewing output from different angles and/or under light), while enhancing color-fastness and fade resistance. Canon LUCIA™ Inks: Engineered to improve print quality G ink Y ink R ink GY mixture YR mixture CG mixture RM mixture BC mixture MB mixture C ink B ink M ink Clear and rich color expression Comprehensive Color Expression with CMYRGB Inks Canon Graphic Arts systems featuring LUCIA inks deliver a wider color gamut for exceptional print quality. If you're in Canon Reactive Ink Technology: When precision is paramount When precision is critical, Canon's breakthrough 5-color dye/pigment Reactive Ink technology makes all the difference. Canon imagePROGRAF Corporate and CAD series printers feature an ink technology developed specifically for printing detailed business documents and engineering applications (CAD/GIS) with fine lines, small text, detailed graphs and tables. This unique formulation improves the ink's adhesion to the media and minimizes color "bleeding". The secret is in the chemistry of the ink. When the black ink intersects with a colored area (for example words printed on a colored background) the black and cyan inks cause a chemical reaction that prevents the black from bleeding into the colors. As a result, you get clearer text, smoother curves and sharp fine lines, even on uncoated technical papers. What's more Canon Reactive Inks also improve scratch and marker resistance so prints are more durable than when printed with conventional dye inks. Color ink Matte black ink Chemical reaction Better Adhesion And Less Bleeding With Canon Reactive Inks Black doloplet with minimal diffusion