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Genuine Roland Inks & Mimaki Inks

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At Signmaster Systems, we know how important it is to use the right ink for your printer. The correct ink ensures your prints look their best — with vibrant colours, sharp detail, and long-lasting durability. Whether you’re producing signs, wraps, or promotional displays, quality ink makes all the difference.

We’re proud to supply genuine Roland inks and Mimaki inks, along with a trusted range of UV, Solvent, Eco-Solvent, and Resin inks. Every ink we offer is designed to deliver exceptional performance, reliability, and colour consistency — perfectly matched to your printer and print media. Using genuine inks also helps protect your equipment, maintain print quality, and extend the life of your printheads.

You can order all of our inks easily through our online store, or if you prefer, our friendly team is always happy to help by phone or email. We’ll make sure you get the right ink for your printer so you can print with confidence every time.

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Explore the sections below to find out more about each ink type and how they help your Roland or Mimaki printer deliver professional results that last.

FAQs: Inks Types Explained

What Is UV Ink?

UV ink is a specialised printing ink that cures instantly when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light. Unlike traditional solvent or water-based inks that dry through evaporation, UV inks use a photochemical process. When the ink passes under a UV lamp, it hardens immediately—locking colour onto the surface and producing a sharp, durable print.

Because it doesn’t rely on absorption or heat, UV printing works on an incredibly wide range of materials including plastics, glass, metals, wood, and coated papers. The result is vibrant colour, excellent adhesion, and high resistance to scratches, chemicals, and fading.

For signmakers, display producers, and product decorators, UV inkjet printing offers speed, versatility, and reduced waste. With no drying time, prints can be handled or finished straight away, helping boost workflow efficiency. Environmentally, UV inks also have lower VOC emissions, making them a cleaner choice for modern print businesses.

Whether you’re producing signage, packaging, promotional products, or custom graphics, UV ink technology delivers consistent, high-quality results with strong colour density and outstanding durability—perfect for today’s fast-moving print market.

What Is Solvent Ink?

Solvent ink is a durable printing ink formulated with chemical solvents that dissolve the pigments and allow them to bond deeply to non-porous surfaces. Unlike water-based inks, solvent inks penetrate the print media, creating vibrant, long-lasting colours that resist UV light, moisture, and abrasion—making them ideal for outdoor signage and vehicle graphics.

Used in wide-format printers, solvent inks are a go-to choice for producing banners, posters, wraps, and decals that need to withstand harsh environments. They deliver rich, vivid results with excellent adhesion on vinyl, PVC, and coated substrates.

There are two main types: full solvent inks, known for maximum durability, and eco-solvent inks, which use gentler solvents for reduced odour and lower environmental impact while still offering strong outdoor performance.

Because of their excellent weather resistance, solvent printing remains a cost-effective, reliable solution for high-volume sign and display production. Prints dry quickly, require no lamination in most cases, and maintain colour vibrancy for years.

Whether you’re printing outdoor graphics, exhibition displays, or long-term promotional materials, solvent ink technology ensures professional-grade results built to last.

What Is Eco-Solvent Ink?

Eco-solvent ink is a more environmentally friendly version of traditional solvent ink, designed for print businesses that want high-quality outdoor durability with lower environmental impact. Instead of harsh chemical solvents, eco-solvent formulations use biodegradable, low-odour carriers that emit significantly fewer volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

This makes eco-solvent printing safer for operators and better for indoor environments, without compromising on performance. The ink bonds tightly to coated and uncoated substrates—such as vinyl, PVC, banners, and wraps—producing vibrant, scratch-resistant, and waterproof prints that last for years indoors or outdoors.

Because of its balanced combination of quality, versatility, and sustainability, eco-solvent ink is widely used for signage, wall graphics, posters, and vehicle decals. It’s compatible with most wide-format printers and requires minimal maintenance, helping print providers reduce downtime and running costs.

For businesses focused on both professional image quality and eco-conscious production, eco-solvent technology delivers reliable, long-lasting colour with less odour, less waste, and greater customer appeal.

What Is Resin Ink?

Resin ink, sometimes referred to as latex ink, is an advanced water-based ink technology that combines the durability of solvent printing with the eco-friendliness of aqueous inks. The “resin” component refers to microscopic polymer particles that encapsulate the pigment. When heated, these resins bond to the surface of the media, forming a tough, flexible, and weather-resistant print layer.

Resin inks are ideal for signage, wall coverings, vehicle graphics, and retail displays where vibrant colour and long-term durability are essential. Because they are water-based, they produce low odour, minimal VOC emissions, and safer working environments—a major advantage for print businesses operating indoors or in enclosed spaces.

Another key benefit of resin printing is its versatility. It performs excellently on a wide range of materials including vinyl, fabrics, paper, and films, while maintaining consistent colour accuracy and scratch resistance. Prints come out dry and ready to finish immediately, helping speed up production and reduce turnaround times.

Combining sustainability, performance, and versatility, resin ink technology delivers professional-grade prints that look great and last—making it a smart choice for today’s environmentally aware print professionals.

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Roland Inks

Roland inks deliver vibrant colour, reliable performance, and long-lasting durability across banners, signs, and vehicle graphics. Formulated for Roland printers, these genuine inks ensure smooth operation, excellent adhesion, and reduced maintenance. Choose genuine Roland inks from Signmaster Systems for consistent, high-quality results every time

Mimaki Inks

Mimaki inks deliver rich colour, excellent adhesion, and long-lasting durability for a wide range of print applications. Designed specifically for Mimaki printers, these genuine inks ensure smooth performance, vibrant output, and reliable printhead protection. Choose genuine Mimaki inks from Signmaster Systems for consistent, professional results every time.