Epson launches film for metallic effects on mock-ups

Epson has launched its MetallicProof film, which enables packaging designers and pre-press houses to produce metallic effects on contract proofs, mock-ups and prototypes. MetallicProof film has been developed for use with the new Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 inkjet printer, and will be demonstrated for the first time at Ipex.

The Epson Stylus Pro WT7900 prints high saturation UltraChrome HDR ink on a choice of proofing media, including clear films, paper and the new MetallicProof Film, on rolls or cut sheets up to 24 inches (609mm) wide.

Used on clear or metallic film, the Epson UltraChrome HDR white ink provides an opaque base layer on the media enabling high color saturation and resolution as if printed on paper. Alternatively, it can be used in combination with the printer's seven ink colors to create special effects such as pastels. 

When printing onto the MetallicProof Film without using the white ink base, metallic colors can be achieved such as gold and bronze, as well as blues, reds, greens and more. The MetallicProof Film features a specially-developed coating that is capable of high ink absorption for a wide color gamut while delivering fast drying times for greater productivity.

Several proofing applications have already been released with drivers for the Stylus Pro WT7900 and specific controls for managing white ink placement. These include Compose Star Proof, EFI Fiery XF 4.1 and ColourProof XF 4.1 and GMG ColourProof.

MetallicProof Film is available in 100 foot (30.5m) long rolls of either 17 inch (432mm) or 24 inch (610mm) widths. The film is 5.9 mil (150 microns) thick and joins the existing range of Epson ClearProof Film and CrystalClear Film, also developed specifically for the Stylus Pro WT7900.

Epson has also announced two other forthcoming materials for the Stylus Pro WT7900: ShrinkWrap Film and ClearProof Adhesive Film. These will be available later this year.

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