Posted: 17 Oct 2014 14:10 by paperpusher
Last edit: 17 Dec 2014 20:02 by issuepress
To understand the role that paper plays in Risograph printing begins with a brief knowledge of ink behaviour. Soy-Based Risograph Ink dries through a combination process of absorption and evaporation, so it is ideal to find paper stocks with qualities that suit this process. Much like soy-based newspaper printing ink, Riso Inks may smudge after the prints have dried (technically, the ink never really sets). This may be of concern for some projects, especially those with heavy ink coverage, or intended for handling.
Posted: 17 Oct 2014 14:04 by issuepress
Last edit: 22 Jun 2016 11:57 by issuepress
Procedure for converting the color of a Z-type drum. Steps 1 - 9 also work when machine does not recogonize a correctly installed ink tube.
Posted: 14 Oct 2014 19:05 by issuepress
Last edit: 24 Apr 2023 10:59 by risofort
There are several Risograph Z-type drums, most of which are not universally compatible.
Use the following charts to determine compatibility with your machine:
North American Models
RZ 590 & 390 Compatible
MZ 790 & RZ/MZ 990 Compatible but Drum Code Entry may differ
MZ 790 Drum Code Entry (Test mode #1210): 69
MZ 790 can be converted to MZ 1090 with special kit
