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UV Pinning
UV Pinning is the process of applying a dose of low intensity UV light correctly matched to the UV ink’s photochemical properties. As a result, the UV ink droplets move to a higher viscosity state, but stop short of full cure. This is also referred to as the gelling of the UV ink.

UV Pinning is typically used in the UV ink jet applications (e.g. the printing of labels, the printing of electronics, and the fabrication of 3-D microstructures).

Importance of UV Pinning
UV Pinning enhances the management of drop size and image integrity, minimizing the unwanted mixing of drops and providing the highest possible image quality and the sharpest colour rendering.