SIGMA

High-Performance Solvent Ink

Time Maximized
Waste Minimized

12-Hour
Decap Time
24-Month
Shelf Life
Endless
Supply

12-hour decap improves efficiency

We measure SIGMA decap in hours, not minutes. SIGMA is the HP 45si solution for OEMs and industrial inkjet printers for maximum latency.

Significantly reduce maintenance costs
Less wasted materials
Reduced nozzle failure
Improved trajectory, volume, and velocity

24-month shelf life reduces ink waste

Count on quality and performance from SIGMA’s extended shelf life. Ink management just got easier–and less costly.

Reduce disposal costs
Reduce ink costs
Improve control of ink inventory

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Fast-curing, heatless inkjet printing

No need for external heat sources or dryers, because SIGMA cures quickly on non-porous substrates.

Less power consumption saves money
Improved running times
Reduced equipment and maintenance costs

More substrates for TIJ printing systems

SIGMA is uniquely engineered to support HP Speciality Printing Systems for TIJ coding, marking, and mailing production, delivering richer blacks with high durability on more difficult, non-porous substrates:

Plastics – Nylon, OPP, PET, PVC
Metals
Packaging – Glossy and UV laminated papers
Other non-porous substrate

Interested in SIGMA?

No minimum order quantity and quick turnaround time. Reach out to our expert team and we’ll be happy to help you.

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SIGMA helps you reach sustainability goals

No need for external heat sources or dryers, because SIGMA cures quickly on non-porous substrates.

Lowers environmental impact by producing less waste
Reduces transportation costs, thanks to ink conservation
Lowers energy consumption through heatless curing
Offers a cost-effective alternative to continuous inkjet printers (CIJ)

Ink Responsibly.™

FAQs

Shelf life

Q. What is the shelf life of SIGMA ink?

A. The shelf-life stability of our individual SIGMA ink cartridges lasts 24 months, more than double that of other ink manufacturers.

Decap

Q. What is the decap time of SIGMA ink?

A. SIGMA solvent ink has a decap of 12 hours, much longer than other solvent inks on the market.

Colorant

Q. What is the colorant of SIGMA ink?

A. The ink is a dye solution engineered to deliver richer blacks than other inks on the market.

Curing

Q. Does SIGMA use heat for curing

A. No. The ink dries fast without external curing sources to produce a durable, resistant result.

Ordering

Q. What is the minimum order quantity for SIGMA ink?

A. Unlike other ink manufacturers, Kao Collins does not require a minimum order quantity (MOQ) for SIGMA ink.

SIGMA Solvent Specs

View SIGMA Ink PDF

SIGMA TSK318203 - HP 45si Technology View SIGMA Ink PDF
Fast Dry Excellent Decap SIGMA is a solvent-based ink formulated to dry quickly on difficult media such as plastic films (PE, PET, PP), PVC, UV coats, and some metals, with extended open times (decap). Contact Kao Collins for SDS for this product
Ink features	Recommended printer settings
Fluid base: Solvent Colorant: Dye Flash point: < 16°C Shipping info: UN1210 Class 3 Flammable	Pen driver voltage: 8.4 V Fire pulse length: 1.8μs Pulse warming: off
Cartridge maintenance & handling	Cartridge storage
Use a dry lint-free cloth to clean the print head With nozzles facing down, wipe slowly and lightly across tip of the long edge Forcing the wipe (too much pressure) may scratch the print head Use of a cloth with lint may clog the nozzles	Storage conditions: 10°–30°C Operating conditions: 10°–40°C <1 day down: leave cartridges in the machine and wipe/purge before use >1 day down: remove cartridges from machine and place cartridge clip over the head, wipe and purge before use
Printhead performance
Decap time: 12 hours Shelf-life (single-CT): 24 months

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