HP Indigo Solutions
Michelman develops primers specifically to optimize a wide range of substrates immediately before printing.
In-Line Primers
These primers are the only ones certified for in-line use by HP Indigo.
DigiPrime® Vision 9000
Use: 6K and 8K presses (V12 certification in process). Advantages: Wide operating window, excellent adhesion on difficult substrates, and cross-compatibility for load balancing. Substrates: Paper, film, synthetics, and metal.
DigiPrime® 680
Use: Flexible packaging (ideal for lamination), shrink sleeves, and labels. Compatibility: Film, synthetics, and metal.
DigiPrime® 050
Use: 25K and 200K presses. Application: Flexible packaging, especially for lamination with adhesives. Features: Complies with food contact and offers excellent adhesion strength in lamination.
DigiPrime® 060
For folding carton on 35K presses.
Technical comparison (DigiPrime®)
| Feature | Vision 9000 / 040 | DigiPrime® 680 |
|---|---|---|
| ILP Maintenance | Standard | High maintenance |
| Viscosity Stability | Stable | Increases over time |
| Yellowing Sensitivity | Low | High |
| Water/Chemical Resistance | Medium-High | Medium |
| Lamination Performance | Low (Vision) / High (DP040) | High |
Off-Line Primers (DigiPrime® Icon)
For converters and printers requiring long shelf life of the primed substrate.
DigiPrime® Icon 8000
For paper (uncoated, semi-gloss, gloss) and PE. Improves rub resistance.
DigiPrime® Icon 8020
For paper and film. Excellent for flexible packaging and labels, with improved water resistance.
DigiPrime® Icon 8445
For most films and papers. Ideal for duplex printing (anti-blocking).
DigiPrime® Icon 8500
For treated synthetics and soft vinyl. Slower drying.
"Near-Line" Primers
Solutions for less sophisticated equipment, with limited substrate shelf life.
DigiPrime® 6611
For paper and variety of films in labels and flexible packaging.
Sapphire 5.0 (Q4310A)
Solution for paper in commercial printing.
Strengtheners (DigiGuard® Plus)
Replace costly lamination and improve label durability. Combined with commercial UV varnishes to offer mechanical, water, and chemical resistance.
DigiGuard® Plus 920 & 921
Combined mechanical, water, and chemical resistance.
DigiGuard® Plus 902
Thermal, water, and chemical resistance (not combinable with 920/921).
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