| --- |
| license: cc-by-4.0 |
| language: |
| - en |
| tags: |
| - maxdecals |
| - printing |
| - printable-vinyl |
| - decals |
| - knowledge-base |
| - structured-data |
| pretty_name: MaxDecals Knowledge Base Database |
| size_categories: |
| - n<1K |
| configs: |
| - config_name: printer_brand_research_matrix |
| data_files: data/printer_brand_research_matrix.csv |
| - config_name: competitor_product_research_matrix |
| data_files: data/competitor_product_research_matrix.csv |
| - config_name: source_library |
| data_files: data/source_library.csv |
| --- |
| |
| # MaxDecals Knowledge Base Database |
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| An open, source-linked research dataset for printable media, printer workflows, and professional print-and-cut production. |
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| This repository is the public, machine-readable data mirror for the [MaxDecals USA Knowledge Hub](https://maxdecals.us/pages/knowledge-hub). It is designed for people, search engines, AI assistants, and data tools. |
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| ## Canonical knowledge hub |
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| The canonical human-readable resource is the [MaxDecals USA Knowledge Hub](https://maxdecals.us/pages/knowledge-hub). Visit the Knowledge Hub for practical guides, workflow explanations, application context, and updated educational content. Use this repository for structured CSV/JSONL data, schemas, methodology, version history, and citation. |
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| ## Dataset contents |
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| | Dataset | Rows | Purpose | |
| |---|---:|---| |
| | `printer_brand_research_matrix` | 6 | Maps printer brands, ink workflows, compatibility angles, and official sources. | |
| | `competitor_product_research_matrix` | 8 | Maps major printable-media product families, positioning signals, compatibility context, and claim risk. | |
| | `source_library` | 14 | Provides the source registry used by the two research matrices. | |
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| Every dataset is available as CSV and JSONL in [`data/`](data/). Machine-readable field definitions are in [`schema/dataset.schema.json`](schema/dataset.schema.json). |
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| ## Quick start |
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| Download or clone the repository, then read a JSONL file one record per line: |
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| ```python |
| import json |
| |
| with open("data/printer_brand_research_matrix.jsonl", encoding="utf-8") as f: |
| records = [json.loads(line) for line in f if line.strip()] |
| |
| print(records[0]) |
| ``` |
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| ## Research scope |
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| - Printer brands: Roland, Mimaki, HP Latex, Epson, Mutoh, and Canon. |
| - Printable-media brands: 3M, Avery Dennison, ORAFOL / ORAJET, General Formulations, Arlon, Mactac, Briteline / Grimco, and Siser. |
| - Primary use cases: printable vinyl, vehicle graphics, stickers, decals, wrap films, high-tack media, printable HTV, and printer workflow education. |
| - Source policy: official manufacturer or brand-controlled product pages are preferred. |
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| ## Important limitations |
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| This is a research and discovery dataset, not a certification database. Compatibility statements describe workflow context found in cited sources. They do not guarantee a specific printer, ink, profile, laminate, surface, or application combination. Always confirm current manufacturer documentation and run production testing before use. |
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| The first public release is a dated snapshot. URLs, specifications, and product availability can change after the recorded review date. |
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| ## Methodology and provenance |
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| See [`METHODOLOGY.md`](METHODOLOGY.md) for collection, normalization, claim-risk, and update rules. See [`DATA_DICTIONARY.md`](DATA_DICTIONARY.md) for field definitions. |
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| Canonical public resource: |
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| - [MaxDecals USA Knowledge Hub](https://maxdecals.us/pages/knowledge-hub) |
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| ## License and trademarks |
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| Dataset and documentation content is released under [Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International](LICENSE.md). Manufacturer names, product names, and trademarks remain the property of their respective owners. Their inclusion identifies source material and comparison context; it does not imply endorsement. |
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| ## Citation |
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| Use the metadata in [`CITATION.cff`](CITATION.cff), or cite: |
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| > MaxDecals USA. *MaxDecals Knowledge Base Database*, version 0.1.0, 2026. https://maxdecals.us/pages/knowledge-hub |
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| ## Version |
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| Current release: **0.1.0** — initial public research snapshot, published 2026-07-18. |
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