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This comparison showcases the same Purple Sorceress miniature printed with two full-color resin processes:

• Left: WJP Full-Color
• Right: Mimaki Full-Color

Both were packed in bubble wrap, but the results show clear differences in surface quality, color style, and material brittleness.

1. Surface & Detail Quality

WJP (Left)

• Smoother overall surface and sharper sculpted details.
• Hair curls, jewelry, and facial features appear cleaner and more defined.
• The resin is brittle-one hand and the flame broke and were lost during transport.

Mimaki (Right)

• Rougher texture with softer detail edges.
• Survived shipping intact-the resin is less brittle, though not intended for heavy-duty handling.

2. Color Style & Fidelity

Both prints deviate from the digital model’s original colors.

• WJP: Cooler, lighter tones; smoother gradients.
• Mimaki: Warmer, darker, more saturated tones.

Each technology introduces its own color shift, so the choice depends on the preferred look rather than accuracy.

3. Material Behavior

• WJP resin can snap easily, especially at thin parts.
• Mimaki resin handles small bumps better and is less likely to break during shipping.

This difference affects transport safety, not long-term durability.

Conclusion

• Choose WJP if you want sharper detail, smoother surfaces, and a cleaner, cooler color style.
• Choose Mimaki if you prefer warmer tones and need a print that’s less brittle during handling and shipping.

Both processes are in a similar price range; the decision comes down to aesthetic preference and the level of fragility acceptable for the project.

Challenge

Before production, the model was carefully inspected, and we informed the client that this miniature contained thin, protruding elements that were at higher risk of breakage during handling or transportation. The client understood the risks and chose to proceed without modifying the design. Therefore, when the WJP print arrived with a broken part, the client did not request a reprint, as the fragility had been acknowledged in advance.

Solution

• Step 1: The digital model of the Purple Sorceress was prepared, and the geometry was inspected to ensure the mesh was watertight.
• Step 2: Color textures were applied and baked onto the model, then exported in a format compatible with both WJP and Mimaki full-color printers.
• Step 3: The file was imported into the WJP printing software, where scale, orientation, and resolution settings were configured.
• Step 4: A second build file was generated in the Mimaki software using the same scale to ensure a fair comparison.
• Step 5: The WJP version was printed layer by layer in full-color resin, with color and geometry deposited simultaneously.
• Step 6: The Mimaki version was printed in the same manner using its own slicing and color profiles.
• Step 7: Both prints were removed from their machines and were cleaned of excess resin and support structures.
• Step 8: The models were post-cured under UV light to harden the resin and stabilize the colors.
• Step 9: Support marks were lightly refined, and each base was cleaned to ensure the models could stand properly.
• Step 10: Both prints were inspected, photographed, and documented for comparison of detail quality, color style, and material behavior.