What Is an Inkjet Plotter?
Inkjet plotters produce high-precision prints, typically for large format drawings and graphics. Unlike traditional printers that create images through a dot matrix, plotters draw continuous lines, making them ideal for detailed designs and technical drawings.
Applications
Used extensively in architecture, engineering, and construction, inkjet plotters are key in producing detailed plans and posters. They’re also common in educational settings and conferences for creating visual aids and signage, benefiting from their ability to cut designs accurately after printing.
How It Works
Inkjet plotters operate similarly to inkjet printers, propelling ink onto the substrate from cartridges through fine nozzles. This method allows for high-quality prints with precise line accuracy. Though slower than other types of plotters, they excel in print quality and versatility.
Varieties of Plotters
- Pen Plotters: Use physical pens to draw directly onto paper, offering authentic line drawings with a variety of writing tools.
- Raster Plotters: Convert vector data into dot matrix images, ideal for scaling without losing edge quality, though less suited for complex images.
- Cutting Plotters: Extend functionality to include precise material cutting, available in grid rolling, flat head, and compact models for diverse applications.