The world of UV flatbed printing is moving quickly.

Print businesses are being asked to produce more, turn jobs around faster and offer increasingly personalised and high-value products - often while dealing with rising costs and a shortage of skilled operators.

Mimaki's latest generation of UV flatbed printers has been designed with exactly that challenge in mind.

The new Mimaki UJF200 Series, comprising the UJF200-3042 and UJF200-6042, alongside the new large-format JFX220-2515, combines the print quality and application flexibility Mimaki is known for with a greater emphasis on automation, simplified setup and production efficiency.

Meet the New Mimaki UJF200 Series

The UJF range has long been associated with high-quality direct-to-object UV printing, and the new UJF200 Series takes that concept further.

Available in two formats, the UJF200-3042 offers an A3-class print area of 420 × 300mm, while the larger UJF200-6042 provides an A2-class print area of 420 × 610mm.

But the headline specification isn't simply the printable area.

The UJF200 Series has been engineered to print directly onto objects up to 250mm high and weighing up to 20kg.

That opens the door to applications that can be difficult to accommodate on conventional UV flatbeds - from promotional products and personalised goods to larger product housings, electronic components, PC cases and even carry-on bags.

Print Directly Onto Bigger, More Challenging Products

One of the biggest attractions of the UJF200 Series is its ability to accommodate much more substantial workpieces.

With support for objects up to 250mm high and 20kg in weight, businesses can explore direct printing onto products that previously may have required alternative decoration methods.

• Promotional and personalised products
• Product decoration
• Industrial components
• Electronic housings
• PC cases
• Control and instrument panels
• Novelty products
• Short-run customised goods
• Specialist product decoration

High-Resolution Printing Meets Fluorescent Colour

Of course, flexibility is only valuable if the finished print looks the part.

The UJF200 Series uses highly precise printheads and Mimaki's imaging technology to reproduce fine text, detailed graphics and smooth gradients, with resolutions of up to 1,800dpi.

The range also introduces support for fluorescent pink and fluorescent yellow UV inks.

That gives designers another tool for producing eye-catching graphics that go beyond what conventional CMYK printing can achieve.

And with options for White and Clear ink, the UJF200 Series offers even greater flexibility when working with coloured, transparent or specialist substrates.

Automation Is at the Heart of the UJF200 Series

Perhaps the most important development isn't something you can see in the finished print.

It's what happens before the printer starts printing.

The UJF200 Series can be equipped with an optional camera system designed to detect the position of a workpiece and automatically align the print image.

That can significantly reduce manual measuring and positioning — particularly useful when printing multiple products that aren't placed in exactly the same position every time.

For businesses processing hundreds or thousands of individual products, reducing those small manual interventions can make a surprisingly significant difference to overall productivity.

And Then There's RasterLink8

Alongside the new hardware, Mimaki has introduced RasterLink8, its latest generation RIP and workflow software.

RasterLink8 brings enhanced job management and workflow automation, including support for automated camera alignment and the fluorescent colour workflows available on Mimaki's latest printers.

The result is a more connected workflow between the printer, the workpiece and the print data.

UJF200-3042 vs UJF200-6042: Which One Is Right for You?

The two UJF200 models share the same core technology, but their different print areas make them suited to different production requirements.

Meet the Mimaki JFX220-2515

At the other end of the scale is the new Mimaki JFX220-2515.

Designed for large-format production, the JFX220-2515 has a maximum print area of 2,500 × 1,500mm and can print directly onto media up to 101.6mm (4 inches) thick.

That makes the JFX220-2515 a highly capable proposition for sign and display manufacturers, POS producers, industrial printers and businesses working with large boards and specialist substrates.

ANCHOR TECHNOLOGY: Less Preparation, More Production

Anyone familiar with flatbed printing will understand that substrate preparation can take valuable production time.

Traditional vacuum tables can require areas of the bed to be masked when they aren't covered by the substrate. Depending on the size and shape of the material, that preparation can become a repetitive and time-consuming part of the production process.

The result? Less preparation before printing - and more time spent producing.

It also helps secure challenging or warped substrates, including materials such as corrugated cardboard and acrylic sheets.

Up to 56m²/h in CMYK

Productivity is another major strength of the JFX220-2515.

With a CMYK-only configuration, the printer can achieve speeds of up to 56m²/h, equivalent to approximately 17 4 × 8ft boards per hour, excluding substrate loading time.

That makes the JFX220-2515 particularly interesting for businesses producing high volumes of:

From Flat Boards to Textured and Three-Dimensional Graphics

The JFX220-2515 isn't limited to conventional flat substrates either.

Its LD (Long-Distance) Mode allows printing where the surface is up to 20mm away from the printhead, supporting curved or uneven materials.

It can also create raised and tactile effects through ink build-up of up to 5mm.

Combined with fluorescent yellow and pink inks, the JFX220-2515 gives print businesses another way to differentiate their output.

It isn't just about printing an image.
It's about creating something people can see, touch and remember.

One New Generation. Two Very Different Opportunities.

What makes this new generation particularly interesting is the breadth of applications covered by the three printers.

Why the New Mimaki Range Matters for UK Print Businesses

For UK print service providers, the UJF200 Series and JFX220-2515 represent more than just new printer models.

They represent an opportunity to rethink what is possible with UV printing.

The Future of UV Printing Is Smarter, Not Simply Faster

Speed will always matter in commercial print.

But the next step is making the entire production process smarter.

That's where technologies such as automated camera alignment, automated substrate handling, intelligent RIP workflows and simplified vacuum preparation can make a real difference.

The new Mimaki UJF200 Series and JFX220-2515 demonstrate this shift particularly well.

And that could ultimately be the more important question.

When Will the New Mimaki Printers Be Available?

The UJF200-3042 and UJF200-6042 are scheduled to go on sale in October 2026, with the new range being showcased at major exhibitions and launch events around the world.

If you're considering investing in a new UV flatbed printer, the best machine will depend on what you're producing today — and, importantly, where you want your business to go next.

Why Buy Your Mimaki Printer from Granthams GT?

We're not just interested in supplying the printer.

Our Mimaki equipment comes with official on-site GOLD warranty cover, while our Mimaki-qualified engineers provide installation and training to help customers get the most from their investment.

We also provide ongoing technical support for printer operation, maintenance and RIP software.