Description

Mimaki UJV100-160Plus UV Printer | Best Cost-Performance Roll-to-Roll UV-LED Printer in Malaysia

The Mimaki UJV100-160Plus is a professional roll-to-roll UV-LED printer
designed for modern signage, branding, and graphic production businesses.
Using UV curing technology, inks are instantly hardened by LED light,
eliminating drying time and allowing prints to be laminated, cut, or installed immediately.

Compared to traditional eco-solvent printers, UV printing offers
faster turnaround, stronger colour density, and superior material compatibility.
The UJV100-160Plus is widely adopted by Malaysian print shops and signage companies
looking to increase productivity while keeping running costs under control.

With support for CMYK, White, and Clear (Varnish) ink,
this UV printer delivers vibrant results on everything from PVC and PET films
to backlit media and window graphics — while reducing ink usage by up to 50%.

What Can You Print with a UV Printer?

The Mimaki UJV100-160Plus expands your production capabilities beyond standard solvent printing,
enabling a wide range of high-margin UV printing applications:

  • Backlit Signage – High-density UV output for lightboxes
  • Vehicle Livery & Wraps – Durable UV ink with strong adhesion
  • Window Graphics – White ink for transparent and frosted films
  • PVC Banners & Tarpaulin
  • Canvas Prints & Decorative Wall Art
  • Transparent PET & Polyester Films
  • Soft Signage & Flexible Display Media
  • Pop-Up & Exhibition Display Systems

Watch the Mimaki UJV100-160Plus UV Printer in Action


Key Features & UV Printing Technologies

1. Ink Saving Function — Reduce UV Ink Costs by Up to 50%

The UJV100-160Plus is engineered for profitability.
Mimaki’s Ink Saving Function reduces UV ink consumption by up to 50%
while maintaining accurate colour balance.
Using RasterLink7 RIP software, operators can optimise ink usage easily
without advanced colour management knowledge.


Mimaki UJV100-160Plus ink saving function comparison

2. 3-Layer UV Printing with Pull-Back Technology

Create striking day-and-night visuals using 3-layer UV printing
(Colour → White → Colour).
Mimaki’s Pull-Back Printing Technology ensures precise alignment of layers,
producing vivid backlit signage and premium window graphics regardless of ink configuration.

High density backlit UV printing example

Application: High-Density Backlit UV Signage

3 layer UV printing for window film

Application: 3-Layer White Ink Window Graphics

3. Seamless Print & Cut Workflow

Increase production efficiency by sending cut data directly from RasterLink7
to a Mimaki CG-AR cutting plotter.
This integrated workflow simplifies sticker, label, and contour-cut production
without switching software.


Mimaki UJV100-160Plus print and cut workflow

4. MAPS4 — Eliminate Banding in UV Prints

The Mimaki Advanced Pass System (MAPS4) reduces visible banding
by printing pass borders in gradation.
This ensures smooth gradients, solid colours, and consistent image quality
even at higher printing speeds.

MAPS4 enabled smooth UV printing

MAPS4 ON (Smooth)

UV print banding without MAPS4

MAPS4 OFF (Banding Visible)

5. DAS (Dot Adjustment System)

Mimaki’s Dot Adjustment System (DAS) automatically calibrates
dot positioning and media feed accuracy,
ensuring consistent print quality without manual adjustments.

Mimaki DAS dot adjustment system

6. Uninterrupted Printing with NCU & NRS

The Nozzle Check Unit (NCU) detects missing nozzles,
while the Nozzle Recovery System (NRS) automatically substitutes them,
allowing continuous production with minimal downtime.

Mimaki NCU and NRS nozzle recovery system


Technical Specifications

Print Head On-demand piezo head (2 staggered)
Print Resolution Up to 1,200 dpi
Max Print Speed Up to 23.0 m²/h
Max Print Width 1,610 mm
Ink Type UV Curable Ink (LUS-170 / LUS-210)
Ink Colours CMYK, White, Clear (Varnish)
RIP Software RasterLink7 (Included)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why choose a UV printer over an eco-solvent printer?

UV printers cure ink instantly using LED light,
eliminating drying and outgassing time.
This allows immediate lamination and installation,
significantly improving production speed and workflow efficiency.

Can the Mimaki UJV100-160Plus print on transparent window film?

Yes. With white ink support,
the UJV100-160Plus can print vibrant colours on transparent or frosted films,
making it ideal for window graphics and retail displays.

Is UV printing durable for outdoor use?

Yes. Mimaki LUS-170 and LUS-210 UV inks are designed for outdoor durability
and are suitable for long-term signage, vehicle graphics, and banners.

Is this UV printer suitable for small and mid-sized print shops?

Absolutely. The UJV100-160Plus offers a compact footprint,
low power consumption, and reduced ink costs,
making it an excellent UV printer for Malaysian SMEs upgrading from solvent printing.

What is the typical ROI for the Mimaki UJV100-160Plus?

Depending on application mix, many print businesses achieve ROI within 12–24 months.
UV printing enables higher-margin products such as backlit signage,
white ink graphics, and short-run custom prints.