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The Mimaki 3D Printed Full-color Bulbasaur Keycap is a masterful piece of creative collaboration, blending advanced technology with artistic design. This version of Bulbasaur fanart features an exquisite yellow chrysanthemum flower blossoming on its back, which adds a touch of elegance and individuality to the beloved Grass Pokémon's classic form. The rich hues of green and the lifelike vibrancy of the yellow mum flower are achieved using the cutting-edge Mimaki full-color 3D printing technique, renowned for its unparalleled realism.

The smooth finish of this keycap makes it stand out-the layer lines are nearly imperceptible, requiring no additional sanding or polishing post-processes. On the reverse side, the keycap showcases a box-like structure without a stem mount, carefully designed to prevent wear and tear during frequent key swaps. Thanks to the resin material, the surface maintains its durability and flawless appearance, while the designer plans to further enhance its functionality by adding the mechanical key switch structure using epoxy resin.

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Solution

• Step 1: Design Preparation: The 3D model of Bulbasaur, featuring a yellow chrysanthemum flower on its back, was digitally created and optimized for full-color printing. The file was converted into a format compatible with Mimaki’s 3DUJ-553 printer.
• Step 2: Material Loading: UV-curable resin and color inks were loaded into the Mimaki 3DUJ-553 printer. This printer supports over 10 million colors, ensuring vibrant and lifelike results.
• Step 3: Layer-by-Layer Printing: The object was printed layer by layer using Mimaki’s advanced UV inkjet technology. Each layer was precisely deposited with colored resin, and UV light was used to cure the material instantly. This process ensured that the colors were vivid and seamlessly integrated into the structure.
• Step 4: Color Application: The printer’s inkjet heads applied color with exceptional accuracy, blending shades to achieve the realistic green tones of Bulbasaur’s body and the vibrant yellow of the chrysanthemum flower. The result was a photorealistic finish that closely matched the digital design.
• Step 5: Support Material Printing: Alongside the keycap, a water-soluble support material was printed to stabilize the structure during the build process. This material was designed to be easily removed post-printing.
• Step 6: Support Removal: After printing, the keycap was submerged in lukewarm water to dissolve the support material. This step left the keycap clean and free of any additional post-processing needs.
• Step 7: Surface Inspection: The printed keycap was inspected for surface quality, ensuring that the layer lines were virtually unnoticeable and the colors were consistent and vibrant.
• Step 8: Final Quality Check: The finished keycap was thoroughly examined for any defects, ensuring it met the highest standards of precision and aesthetic appeal.