Mimaki UV Ink Comparison
LH-100 • LUS-120 • LUS-121 • LUS-150 • LUS-170 • LUS-200

This overview highlights the flexibility, ideal substrates, strengths, and recommended uses for each major Mimaki UV ink type.

LH-100 (Rigid UV Ink)

Flexibility

• Very rigid, minimal stretch
• Hardest ink in the Mimaki UV series

Best For

• Acrylic
• Metals and aluminum
• Glass
• Rigid PVC boards
• Polycarbonate

Strengths

• Excellent scratch and chemical resistance
• High gloss and strong color density
• Ideal for rigid, non-flexing panels

When to Use

Use when the printed item will remain completely rigid and needs maximum durability.

LUS-120 (High-Flex Ink, ~170% Stretch)

Flexibility

• Very flexible, stretches up to about 170%
• Soft finish

Best For

• Adhesive vinyl
• PVC films
• Flexible banners
• Roll media
• Decals, labels, stickers

Strengths

• Excellent flexibility and adhesion to soft materials
• Resists cracking on bending or rolling

When to Use

Use when prints need to bend, wrap, or flex frequently.

LUS-121 (Enhanced Flexible Ink)

Flexibility

• Similar flexibility to LUS-120
• Improved resistance and stability

Best For

• Flexible films
• Adhesive vinyl
• Roll media requiring lamination or cutting

Strengths

• Better chemical resistance than LUS-120
• Improved adhesion during finishing workflows
• Ideal for cutting, weeding, and lamination

When to Use

Use when you need flexibility plus improved durability for post-processing.

LUS-150 (Balanced Flexible UV Ink)

Flexibility

• Moderately flexible (about 150% stretch)
• More rigid than 120/121, but still flexible enough for roll media

Best For

• Semi-rigid plastics
• Acrylic, polycarbonate
• Rigid PVC
• Flexible films and vinyl

Strengths

• Excellent adhesion on both rigid and flexible substrates
• Stronger surface hardness than 120/121
• Good all-around performance for mixed-media shops

When to Use

Use when you print on both rigid and flexible materials and want one ink that handles nearly everything.

LUS-170 (High-Balance UV Ink)

Flexibility

• Flexible and durable, similar general behavior to 150 but with improved stretch and adhesion range
• Suitable for curved and slightly flexible applications

Best For

• Rigid and semi-rigid materials
• Flexible vinyl and films
• Decorative panels, POP materials

Strengths

• Wide adhesion range across rigid and flexible substrates
• Improved outdoor durability
• Good balance of hardness and flexibility

When to Use

Use when you need a versatile ink that is tougher than LUS-120/121 but more flexible than strictly rigid inks.

LUS-200 (Thermoforming UV Ink, ~200% Stretch)

Flexibility

• Extremely flexible, stretches up to ~200%
• Designed for deep-draw and heat-forming workflows

Best For

• PETG
• Acrylic and polycarbonate
• ABS plastics
• Vacuum-formed or thermoformed signage

Strengths

• Maintains color and adhesion even after forming
• Ideal for molded or dimensional signage

When to Use

Use when prints will be heated and shaped after printing.

Summary Table