QTR-Quadtone RIP

You could not pick more different printers.
3880 is pigment based ink, 1400 is dye based. In theory the print life is
similar. Prints will look different because of the different ink base.
That said, the 3880 is cheaper to print with because of the larger ink
cartridges. Cost per ml is likely around 1/2 depending on what estimate you
believe of the ink in the 1400 cartridges. (10-13ml)
The 3880 has a more robust paper handling mechanism, which also moves the
paper more precisely. This is important in a ink just printer where placing
the dots accurately is what it's all about.
The 3880 head can produce 3 different dot sizes allowing for a much more
sophisticated dither pattern.
The 3880 is quite a bit bigger and will need more room both in front and
behind.
Do not underestimate the difference in impact between a print on 13x19 paper
and 17x22 paper. It is substantial once you put a print on the wall.
Dana Rasmussen
Seattle, WA





> From: Frank <frankp0@...>
> Reply-To: <QuadtoneRIP@yahoogroups.com>
> Date: Sat, 15 May 2010 13:38:18 -0000
> To: <QuadtoneRIP@yahoogroups.com>
> Subject: [QuadtoneRIP] 3880 vs 1400
> 
> I am shopping for a new printer that I will use for "fine art" b/w and
> secondarily for family snapshots in color. I am looking at the 1400 and the
> 3880. Aside from the obvious price difference, I would be interested in the
> group's thoughts, advantages, disadvantages, etc.
> 
> Also, does QTR work with the Advanced Black/White mode in the 3880?
> 
> Thanks everyone,
> 
> Frank
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