Toner does not streak or smear if it gets wet. Most users will immediately identify with this if they are in the habit of highlighting information on a construction plan printed on an inkjet plotter. Another advantageous aspect of toner is evident when users print a black and white image. As for the ColorWave system, only the black TonerPearls are consumed. Almost all inkjet printers consume color ink when printing black and white files. For example, HP Designjets traditionally render all grayscale with a green tint. Unlike inkjet printers, the type of media used in ColorWave does not determine the final print quality. This is because CystalPoint technology allows toner to instantly crystallize on the surface of the print media. In contrast, inkjet plotters require the ink to be absorbed into the media. This is why color inkjet prints look horrible on lower quality paper. Heavier print media is required to fully accommodate the additional ink needed for maps and posters. In contrast, Océ ColorWave plotters can print full-color posters on regular 20-pound engineering adhesive without sacrificing any print quality. Failure is not a
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