Decorative wall and interior panels
On-demand patterns, textures and branded graphics on qualified rigid sheets for interior fabrication workflows.
Review the AJ2130G/R
Vendor:Andresjet Fastest Printer
Panel Preparation Matters as Much as Print Quality
PVC and ABS sheets can vary in surface energy, additives, protective films and previous treatments. Before production, identify the panel grade, remove the protective film, clean the printable face consistently and confirm whether primer or another pretreatment is required.
A representative sample test should verify adhesion, scratch resistance, color, white-ink opacity and the required finish. This prevents printer selection from being based only on bed size or nominal speed.
Rigid panel printing overview
Plan PVC and ABS Printing Around the Actual Panel
Direct UV printing can turn compatible rigid plastic sheets into signs, decorative panels, displays and fabricated components without conventional plates. The correct printer and print mode still depend on the panel grade, surface condition, artwork, finish, batch size and required production speed—not on the material name alone.
Signs, displays and retail fixtures
Short and repeat production of graphics for rigid signs, point-of-sale panels and display components.
Review the AJ2130EXFabricated covers and flat components
Direct decoration of compatible pre-cut parts where loading, orientation and the acceptance test are defined.
Request panel testingHigh-volume customized panels
Variable designs and production batches planned around nesting, print mode, handling and inspection capacity.
Review the AJ2130UltraIdentify the exact sheet
Record the manufacturer, grade, color, thickness, coating, protective film and previous treatment before testing.
Standardize surface preparation
Use a repeatable film-removal, cleaning and pretreatment method approved for the actual panel surface.
Control flatness and static
Confirm that the sheet lies safely on the bed and that dust, curl, static and edge lift are controlled.
Approve the required result
Evaluate adhesion, color, white opacity, finish and durability using an agreed sample and test method.
AJ2130 production choices
Choose by Output Requirement, Not Model Name
All three options use the 2100 × 3000 mm size class, but their published head configurations, ink choices and production levels serve different workflows. Confirm the final configuration, print mode and achievable output for your artwork in the quotation.
Configurable production
AJ2130G/R
- Published head option
- Up to 8 Ricoh Gen5/Gen6
- Published top speed
- Up to 31 m²/h
- Useful when
- Configuration flexibility and mixed panel work matter more than maximum throughput.
High-speed CMYK production
AJ2130EX
- Published head configuration
- 16 Ricoh Gen5
- Published draft mode
- 128.6 m²/h
- Useful when
- Fast four-color panel output and multi-shift productivity are the main priorities.
Maximum panel throughput
AJ2130Ultra
- Published head configuration
- 24 Ricoh Gen5
- Published ultra-draft mode
- 140.7 m²/h
- Useful when
- High-volume panel factories can keep printing, loading and inspection continuously supplied.
Published maximum figures are not a production guarantee. Actual output changes with resolution, pass count, direction, ink coverage, white or varnish layers, nesting, loading, unloading, cleaning, inspection and operator workflow.
Information for a useful recommendation
Send the Details That Change the Printer Choice
A material name and target speed are not enough for a reliable recommendation. Provide these four groups of information so AndresJet can assess physical fit, surface compatibility, configuration and realistic production output.
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Panel dimensions and nesting
Sheet size, thickness, weight, flatness, printable area, pieces per bed and whether panels arrive as full sheets or pre-cut parts.
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Material grade and surface
PVC or ABS supplier, grade, color, coating, texture, protective film, prior treatment and any approved cleaning restrictions.
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Artwork and acceptance standard
Coverage, resolution, color reference, white or varnish requirement, viewing distance, adhesion test and expected handling or exposure.
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Production and site target
Quantity per design, designs per shift, turnaround, inspection rate, working hours, available space, power and material-handling plan.
PVC and ABS Panel Printer FAQ
Can every PVC or ABS sheet be printed directly with UV ink?
No universal material name guarantees adhesion. Resin formulation, additives, recycled content, coatings, contamination, protective-film residue and surface energy can differ between suppliers and batches. Test the actual panel after the intended cleaning or pretreatment and approve it against the required adhesion and durability standard.
Do PVC and ABS panels always need primer or pretreatment?
Not always, and the answer should come from testing rather than assumption. Begin with the material supplier's guidance and a controlled cleaning method. Compare untreated and appropriately pretreated samples when necessary, then select the simplest repeatable process that passes the agreed test without damaging the surface.
When is white ink useful on a rigid plastic panel?
White ink may be used as an underbase on dark or strongly colored panels, as a selective design layer or where greater opacity is needed. It adds ink, passes and production time, and it requires a printer configuration that supports the planned white workflow. Approve opacity, registration and cost with the actual artwork.
How should I choose between the AJ2130G/R, AJ2130EX and AJ2130Ultra?
Start with the required ink configuration and acceptable print mode, then calculate output from the actual panel layout, artwork coverage and complete handling cycle. The G/R provides a configurable route for mixed production, while the EX and Ultra target progressively higher panel throughput. A representative print and timed workflow are more useful than comparing maximum speed alone.
Can a UV-printed PVC or ABS panel be used outdoors or in high-wear applications?
Suitability depends on the specific plastic, ink system, pretreatment, color, exposure, cleaning chemicals, abrasion and service life required. Define the real use conditions and test adhesion, scratch resistance, weathering or chemical resistance accordingly. A compatible topcoat or laminate may be considered when the approved system requires additional protection.
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From sample sheet to repeat production
Qualifying a PVC or ABS Panel Printing Workflow
A commercially useful result combines material compatibility, correct ink layers, stable sheet handling and a production cycle that meets the required output. Use this framework to prepare samples and compare printer configurations.
Separate three decisions before approving the job
Can the sheet be handled safely?
Confirm dimensions, thickness, weight, flatness, curl, edge condition and bed support. Control protective-film fragments, dust and static before the carriage passes over the panel.
Will the ink system bond to this surface?
Test the actual sheet after the intended cleaning or pretreatment. Evaluate whether surface variation, coatings or residue affect wetting, curing and adhesion.
Does the result meet its real use?
Approve color, opacity, finish and the required resistance to handling, abrasion, cleaning, chemicals, light or weather under representative conditions.
Build a repeatable panel test
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Identify and label the panel. Record supplier, grade, batch, color, thickness, coating, protective film and the face intended for printing.
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Prepare the surface consistently. Remove film and residue, control dust and static, and document cleaning or pretreatment products, tools and waiting time.
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Print representative artwork. Include realistic coverage, gradients, small detail, solid areas and any required white or varnish layers using candidate production modes.
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Allow the agreed conditioning period. Do not compare adhesion at inconsistent times. Record when the sample was printed and when each test was performed.
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Evaluate against defined criteria. Inspect appearance and perform the agreed cross-hatch, tape, scratch, cleaning or exposure test appropriate to the finished product.
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Run a timed pilot batch. Include panel loading, alignment, printing, unloading, cleaning and inspection to calculate achievable output rather than relying only on carriage speed.
PVC sheet details to confirm
- Rigid, expanded, foamed or another specified PVC grade
- Manufacturer, batch, recycled content and surface finish
- Protective film, adhesive residue and print-side identification
- Flatness, edge lift, dust and static-control requirements
- Cleaning and pretreatment allowed by the sheet supplier
- Indoor, outdoor, decorative or fabricated end use
ABS sheet details to confirm
- Virgin, recycled, capped, textured or other specified grade
- Color, gloss, additives and any surface coating or treatment
- Forming, cutting or fabrication planned after printing
- Static, contamination and handling controls before printing
- Required flexibility, scratch resistance and chemical exposure
- Whether both flat samples and finished parts need testing
Calculate throughput from the complete job cycle
Square-meter speed is useful for comparing print modes, but it does not by itself predict finished panels per shift. Begin with the sheet layout and printed coverage, then include resolution, pass count, uni- or bi-directional printing, white and varnish layers, edge margins and the number of panels that fit safely on the bed.
Add the time required for staging, cleaning, static control, loading, alignment, unloading, inspection, artwork changes and routine maintenance. A faster printer only improves finished output when upstream material preparation and downstream inspection can keep pace. Time a representative pilot batch and record the assumptions used.
Select the configuration that delivers an approved finished panel at the required rate—not the one with the highest isolated speed figure.
Information to include in a sample request
Physical sample
Send representative sheets from the intended supplier and batch, including any coating, protective film or fabrication already used in production.
Production artwork
Provide a real file or representative design with the intended color, coverage, detail, white underbase and varnish areas.
Acceptance test
State how appearance, adhesion, scratching, cleaning, chemical exposure or outdoor durability will be judged and who approves the result.
Output target
Share panels per shift, designs per batch, operating hours, changeovers, inspection rate and the date by which finished work must ship.