When considering the introduction of an edible printer, some of you may be unsure about which product to choose. Mastermind's edible printers are active in various stores, including cafes and Japanese and Western confectionery shops, for printing on a wide range of food items. In this section, we will introduce the store products and explain the expiration date and storage methods for edible inks.
Used in cafes too! Introducing Mastermind's store-use products
Introducing food printers used in cafes, restaurants, patisseries, and Japanese confectionery shops.
MMP-F13
This printing printer maintains the same productivity as traditional models while offering a more compact installation footprint. With improved operability, functionality, and ease of maintenance, it has become a highly user-friendly food printer, now widely used in many patisseries and confectionery shops.
The printer features an easy-to-read and user-friendly touch panel. It automatically adjusts the height by sensing the material to prevent contact with the print head. Additionally, the wide-opening front cover makes maintenance simple. This printing printer is versatile, ideal for printing on various foods such as chocolates, photo cakes, lattes, and monaka (Japanese wafers).
| Printing Method | Piezoelectric Inkjet |
|---|---|
| Print Resolution | 360～2880dpi・4 Steps |
| Printing Material Thickness | Maximum 125mm |
| Printing Area | 329×483mm |
| Print Speed | 7色モード:最大サイズ720dpi・片方向で約2分20秒 4色モード:最大サイズ720dpi・片方向で約1分10秒 |
| Ink Composition | 7色モード:青・赤・黄・黒・淡青・淡赤・淡黒 4色モード:青・赤・黄・黒 |
| Ink Supply Method | 各色独立インクボトル（内容量125ml） |
| Ink Type | 合成色素インク7色／4色・天然色素インク4色 |
MMP-560Li
The MMP-560Li, a true food printer, boasts an impressive printing speed of 40 meters per minute. Speed adjustments for existing line equipment can also be easily made. When placing 5cm-sized materials 1cm apart, it is capable of printing 660 items per minute.
| Printing Method | line-head single-pass method |
|---|---|
| Print Resolution | 360×720dpi |
| Printing Material Thickness | Max. 60 mm |
| Printing area (width) | 56mm |
| Print Speed | 最速毎分40m |
| Ink Supply Method | 4-colour independent bottle supply |
MMP-F13BC
The latest model, the MMP-F13BC, is based on the MMP-F13 and features a conveyor system. Like the MMP-F13, it excels in operability, functionality, and maintainability. The addition of the conveyor system enhances production capacity, allowing for greater output.
| Printing Method | Piezoelectric Inkjet |
|---|---|
| Print Resolution | 360～2880dpi・4 Steps |
| Printing Material Thickness | Max. 100 mm |
| Print width and conveyor length | 最大315mm幅・2,100mm長 |
| Printable material dimensions | 幅315mm×長さ483mm×高さ100mm以内 |
| Print Speed | 7色モード:最大サイズ720dpi・片方向で約2分20秒 4色モード:最大サイズ720dpi・片方向で約1分10秒 |
| Ink Composition | 7色モード:青・赤・黄・黒・淡青・淡赤・淡黒 4色モード:青・赤・黄・黒 |
| Ink Supply Method | 各色独立インクボトル（内容量125ml） |
| Ink Type | 合成色素可食インク7色／4色・天然色素可食インク4色 |
Shelf life and storage of edible ink
The edible inks used in food printers have varying shelf lives and storage methods depending on the type.
Shelf life of edible ink
Edible inks are treated like food since they are consumed, and thus have an expiration date. Inks made from natural colorants like gardenia yellow, gardenia blue, beni koji pigment, and squid ink typically have a shelf life of about 3 months. In contrast, synthetic colorant inks, such as food-grade blue No. 1, food-grade yellow No. 4, food-grade red No. 102, and food-grade red No. 106, generally have a shelf life of around 1 year.
However, it is recommended to use edible inks promptly after opening. While both natural and synthetic edible inks have varying expiration dates, the difference can be significant. Choose the appropriate ink based on the product you're printing and your budget.
Storage of edible ink
Edible inks, which are treated as food products, require careful attention in accordance with food safety laws. It’s important to understand the proper storage methods for different types of edible inks. For example, cartridge-type inks, which include a microchip, should not be frozen or refrigerated to prevent malfunction. Similarly, bottle-type inks should not be frozen, as there is a risk of ink separation. Proper storage is essential to maintain their quality and effectiveness.
Store edible inks in a cool, dark place! Always follow the manufacturer’s storage instructions to maintain quality and prevent issues.
Installing edible printers in stores is recommended!
If you're considering introducing an edible printer, we recommend Mastermind's products, which are developed, manufactured, sold, and maintained all in-house. Our popular model, the "MMP-F13," is compact and has been adopted not only by Japanese and Western confectionery shops but also by cafes and restaurants. We hope our edible printers will support you in developing and producing new products.
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