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Re: [Digital BW] Ink Mixing - Some basic thoughts / questions

2010-03-08 by pr_roark

Ernst Dinkla <edinkla@...> wrote:
>
> pr_roark schreef:
> 
> >   In fact, I think the HP PK diluted [with MIS glop]
> >  midtones have less bronzing than the HP-diluted [OEM] 
> > midtone grays.
> > 

 
> Wonder why HP didn't use that but it could be that the 
> properties on matt papers are not better.
> 

HP uses their version on glop in a separate nozzle.  

Overall, I think I agree with Epson and HP that coated pigments have advantages.  One of the most obvious advantages is that they retain their gloss on that type of paper much better than the MIS approach, though many prefer the lower gloss of the MIS approach. 

Paul
www.PaulRoark.com

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