Which kind of colour/ink cartridge does the e-mark (create) use?

The e-mark (create) is based on ink-jet technology. You will find a tri-colour ink cartridge inside the e-mark, which was especially adapted for the COLOP e-mark in cooperation with HP Inkjet Technology. The ink is water-based. Any colour combinations can be made with the three inks inside the cartridge.

 

There are other types of COLOP ink cartridges available which have different characteristics:

 

Product	Tri-colour ink C2 (HI-LX)	Black pigment ink	UV ink	Tri-colour ink (W3T00A) (not sold anymore)
Ink type	CMY, dye-based	Black, document proof	UV / invisible	CMY, dye-based
Imprint yield	up to 1500 imprints	up to 6000 imprints	up to 5000 imprints	up to 5000 imprints
Use	Daily use	Water and eco-solvent resistant	Water and eco-solvent resistant	Daily use
Surfaces	Absorbent surfaces	Absorbent surfaces (not compatible with e-mark cards, signs, endless labels)	Absorbent surfaces (fades on bleached materials)	Absorbent surfaces

 

Note: all imprint yields are based on the following reference imprint with the size of 14 mm x 100 mm and a coverage of around 15 %.

Can I use other cartridges than the ones for the e-mark?

No, the e-mark can only be used with original COLOP e-mark cartridges.

Can I print on my skin with the e-mark?

Do not use the e-mark on skin. During operation, the print head is very hot and can cause serious burns. Besides, our ink is not dermatologically tested.