September 10th 2024

Grow your business range with our renewed and improved
1625mm Roll to Roll UV-LED printer XpertJet 1682UR
MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD.
MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD. (Headquarters: Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, President: Yasuhiko
Isobe; hereafter referred to as "MUTOH"), a subsidiary of MUTOH HOLDINGS CO.,LTD. that develops, manufactures, and sells large-format inkjet and 3D printers, isannouncing the beginning of sale of the new 1625mm Roll to Roll UV-LED printerXpertJet 1682UR, the successor to the previous ValueJet 1638UR Mark II model, as oftoday.
XpertJet 1682UR is a new, high-speed, versatile Roll to Roll UV-LED printer that wasdeveloped by thoroughly reviewing the specifications of MUTOH's previous models. Itachieves a productivity increase of up to 63% compared to previous models, and enables
printing of up to five layers in a single pass without pulling back. In addition, it uses US61,
an ink with a safe composition that was made with regards to health risks, making it aprinter that can be used safely for a variety of purposes. It is an all-rounder UV printerthat has been further improved while maintaining MUTOH's unique technologies.
XpertJet 1682UR can be used for applications such as soft signage, window graphics,
double-sided stickers, and seal labels, focusing on indoor signs and decorative graphics,
and delivers high-speed and "Made in Japan Quality" that is ideal for markets such as
store decorations, public facility decorations, and display boards.

64”/1625mm wide Roll to Roll UV-LED printer
6 coor（CMYK, White, Varnish）/ 4 color（CMYKｘ２）

XpertJet 1682UR’s characteristics:
1.

63% productivity increase compared to previous models.

2.

Up to 5-layer printing.

3.

US61 ink, designed with health risks in mind.

4.

Ease-of-use functions.

Compared to previous models, the renewed and improved XpertJet 1682UR is faster andcapable of printing up to five layers in one pass, expanding its application range and supporting
our customers' businesses demands.
Sales are scheduled to begin in Japan, Europe, and Asia.

§ Main features
1. 63% productivity increase compared to previous models
XpertJet 1682UR now includes a new Draft mode. It achieves an output speed of 27.3 m²/h, farexceeding the previous model's maximum speed of 16.7 m²/h. In addition, each printing mode,
including the standard Production mode, has become faster, improving productivity.

◆Newly added Draft mode that reaches the maximum productivity of 27.3 m²/h

◆ Printing speed (m²/h)※Wh：White, Va：Varnish

2. Up to 5-layer printing
Up to five layers can be printed in a single pass as a standard feature. Because of this there is noneed to pull back the media in between layers and you can expect to print with minimal deviationin layer accuracy and minimal risk of misalignment or overlapping layers. This allows for stable
printing, reduces dust adhesion and limitations on printing length.

◆ Ink configuration and multi-layer printing
Ink is available in 4-color (CMYK x 2) and 6-color (CMYK, White, Varnish) settings. Whenusing the 6-color setting, you can print up 5 layers by combining the inks. For 1-layer printing,you can print with color, white, or varnish, and for 2-layer printing, you can freely set white +color, color + varnish, or the reverse combination. For 3-layer printing, you can set it according
to your purpose, for example color + white + color on transparent media, or white + color +varnish on metallic paper. For 4-layer printing, you can print color + white + color + color forbacklit sign applications, and for 5-layer printing, you can print different designs on the front andback of the paper with color + white + black + white + color on transparent media.
５layers

Print in one pass without pulling backPrint different designs on front and back４layers

Print backlit signs that change design with lights turned on or off＊Images for illustrative purposes

2・3 layers

Lights on

Lights off

Achieve a variety of printing finishes by using white and varnish inks
Print window graphics and interior illuminated signs

Print on metallic media ortransparent film

Varnished lettering

Illuminated signage that looks greatwith or without the backlight on

3. US61 ink, designed with health risks in mind
US61 is a UV-LED ink that takes into consideration the health risks. It is also an excellent ink
that combines flexibility and abrasion resistance for ease-of-use.

◆ Ink characteristics that show the consideration regarding health risks
US61 ink complies with the latest chemical substance regulations in the EU region, whereenvironmental regulations are strict, and does not use any substances classified as CMR Category
1 (1A, 1B)* or SVHC (Substances of Very High Concern) in anticipation of future regulations*.
It is a UV ink that is considerate of the health of workers and the environment.
*1 CMR refers to substances that are carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reprotoxic. Category 1 is classified as
substances that are carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reprotoxic to humans.
*2 As of September 2024

◆ Functions and working characteristics
Achieves both flexibility and abrasion resistanceCan be printed on flexible materials used as soft signage and window graphics

Greatly expanded application compatibility
It can be printed on a wide range of media, including PVC (polyvinyl chloride), which ismainly used for signage, as well as resin films such as PET and PU (polyurethane), cloth,and paper.

Ink replacement takes less effort
Ink can be replaced simply by changing the ink bag or cartridge with less risk of touching
the ink directly with your hands

Low waste and long-term use
Expiration date 12 months post manufacturing

4. Ease-of-use-features
XpertJet 1682UR is equipped with a variety of functions that greatly assist the operator.
This model meets users’ demands with its various functionality and usability, making daily
workflow more efficient.

◆ MUTOH’s unique technologies for automation and efficiency:Automatic Bi-Directional adjustment “DropMaster 2”
Built-in sensor on the carriage automatically calibrates bi-directional alignments,and saves time and reduces validation in adjustment among different operations.
Automatic media feed adjustment “FEED MASTER”
A printing pattern is printed and read by a sensor to automatic media feedcorrection.
Media roll balance management “Media Tracker”
Before replacing the media, a barcode indicating the remaining amount isprinted on the media. When it is loaded, the barcode is read to determine theremaining amount media. This makes the management of multiple media rolls
more efficient.
◆ Three-stage head height adjustment function
By selecting the optimum print head height andimproving compatibility with media, the risk of contact
is reduced and stable print quality is achieved.
（Low1.5mm,Middle2.0mm,High2.5mm）◆ Take-up system (optional)
The 30kg maximum capacity take-up unit is linked to the printer. When theprinting process stops, so does the take-up system. It is safe to use even for
unattended printing at night time.
◆ MUTOH Status Monitor
Software that allows you to check the printer status in real time on your computer.
◆ MUTOH Club
"MUTOH Club" is a free cloud service that offers MUTOH printer users accessto remote monitoring and resources, provides operation status, ink consumption,
printer status information, error information, as well as various tools andinformation to support customers.

By bringing XpertJet 1682UR to the market, MUTOH will continue to respond to thediverse needs of its customers.

Contact
MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD.
International Sales Department
TEL +81-3-6758-7020 / FAX +81-3-6758-7021
E-mail: ibd@mutoh.co.jp
HP：https://www.mutoh.co.jp/en§ Specifications
Printer model

Print headMedia

XPJ-1682UR
Print method

On-demand piezo drive system

Head height

Low: 1.5mm / Middle: 2.0mm / High: 2.5mm

Number of head

2Roll media width

Maximum: 1,625mm

Maximum media thickness

0.3mm / 0.8mm / 1.3mm

Diameter

φ200mm or lessCore diameter2 or 3 inches

Weight30kg or lessMaximum printable widthInk1,615mm

TypeUV-LED ink ( US61 / *US11 ) （*For Asia）

Color

4 colors (CMYK), 6 colors (CMYKWhVa)

Capacity

800ml bag

（US11-Wh:500ml Bag）

Print resolution

Maximum 1440 dpi

Interface

Gigabit-Ethernet (1000BASE-T)
Voltage: AC 100V～120V ± 10%/ AC 200V～240V ± 10%

Power supply

Frequency: 50/60Hz ± 1Hz

Environmental

Printer operation

Temperature: 20℃～32℃

Humidity: 40%～60%

No condensing

condition

Accuracy guaranteed

Temperature: 22℃～30℃

Humidity: 40%～60%

No condensing

Power consumption

During printing: AC100V～120V/AC200V～240V, 950W or less
Sleep mode: AC100V～120V/ AC200V～240V, 21W or less

External dimensions(W) 2,770 x (D) 895 × (H) 1,504mm (Including large capacity ink bagadapter)

Weight181kg (Printer body: 149kg, Stand: 32kg)

RIP software

VerteLith (MUTOH genuine RIP software)