Choose Suitable RIP Software for Printing Production
07
Jun
There are numerous RIP printing software available in the market for users to choose from, and different software vary in performance, functions, prices, etc. How to select a suitable RIP software for one's own printing production? This article gives a brief introduction to several commonly used printing control software (RIP) in the market.
I. Montai RIP
Advantages:
- The software with the highest popularity in the industry, and there are many operators who can use it skillfully and can operate it without training.
- The imposition function is simple and powerful.
- The file parsing speed is fast.
- The FM screening in 4-color (CMYK) mode is delicate and exquisite, with a relatively high level of fineness.
- It can be output without an ICC (Characteristic Curve ICC Profile) or with an ICC loaded, suitable for users with different requirements.
Disadvantages:
- A special software tool of Montai COLOR is required to make the curve.
- The process of making the curve is very cumbersome and easy to make mistakes if not noticed.
- There is no function to independently control the ink channel.
II. Wasatch RIP
It is advertised as the simplest RIP software in the market and is bundled as machine software by many inkjet plotter sellers, with a high usage rate among users and almost supports all mainstream inkjet plotters, large-format inkjet printers, and many laser printers.
Advantages:
- The function of replacing the nozzle channel and independently closing the nozzle of a certain channel is relatively practical.
- The basic version can support 4 output devices at the same time, which can save the procurement cost of the computer.
- The textile version has customized functions that meet industry needs, such as the function of adjusting according to the pattern.
Disadvantages:
- The RIP time is relatively slow. For multi-image imposition, each file needs to be RIPped before output, and the requirements for the computer are relatively high.
III. Other mainstream RIPs
The ONYX RIP software is a comprehensive, customized, and professional large-format printing process software. This software uses a unique printing process manager that can automatically handle the workflow according to the printing task, effectively ensuring the integrity of the printing data. In addition, the ONYX RIP software also comes with various printing templates, and users can switch at any time according to their needs, thereby improving the printing efficiency and reducing the error rate.
The Ruicai ultraprint rip is a lightweight but professional RIP software that can meet the corresponding production needs for common outputs (advertising, printing, UV printing, etc.), and has characteristics such as intelligent imposition, flexible layout, and support for multiple output formats.
