Best Paper for Sony UP-D898MD — 2026 Compatibility Guide (Durico ULSTAR Options Compared)

Quick Answer

Need paper for a Sony UP-D898MD? The printer accepts three A6 thermal media grades, and Durico ULSTAR makes a fully compatible, drop-in replacement for each one: Durico ULSTAR-1100S (standard) replaces Sony UPP-110S, Durico ULSTAR-1100HG (high-gloss) replaces Sony UPP-110HG, and Durico ULSTAR-1100HD (high-density) replaces Sony UPP-110HD. Same 110mm width, same roll geometry, same image quality — at a lower cost, shipping from Precision Imaging Supply.

Which paper does the Sony UP-D898MD actually take?

The Sony UP-D898MD is a digital A6 black-and-white thermal printer built into a huge share of ultrasound carts, endoscopy towers, and cath-lab systems. It prints at roughly 325 dpi with up to 256 gray levels, and it turns out an A6 print in about 1.9 seconds in high-speed mode. That performance depends on one thing being right: the paper.

Sony designed the UP-D898MD around its UPP-110 series of 110mm thermal media, and the printer accepts all three grades in that family — standard, high-gloss, and high-density. The only real decision you have to make is which grade fits your workflow. Once you know that, the compatible Durico ULSTAR equivalent is a one-to-one swap.

Here's the catch most buyers run into: OEM — original equipment manufacturer — Sony-branded paper is priced at a premium, and for a high-volume printer like the UP-D898MD that premium adds up fast across a year of scanning. Durico ULSTAR paper is engineered to the same 110mm specification and manufactured in South Korea to drop straight into the same printer, which is why so many imaging departments use it to trim supply costs without touching print quality.

Sony UP-D898MD paper compatibility table

All three Durico ULSTAR grades share the 110mm width the UP-D898MD's paper path is built for, load exactly the way the OEM roll does, and are currently in stock at Precision Imaging Supply.

How to choose the right grade for your UP-D898MD

Standard — Durico ULSTAR-1100S (replaces UPP-110S)

If your department runs routine grayscale scans all day — general OB/GYN, abdominal, vascular, veterinary ultrasound — standard paper is the workhorse and the best value. It gives clean, readable prints for the chart and the patient record without paying for a finish you don't need. For most UP-D898MD owners printing at volume, the Durico ULSTAR-1100S is the default choice. Its 110mm × 20m roll matches the Sony UPP-110S geometry exactly, so print length per roll and paper-path behavior stay the same.

High-gloss — Durico ULSTAR-1100HG (replaces UPP-110HG)

Elective and keepsake imaging is where gloss earns its place. 3D/4D centers and OB/GYN practices that hand parents a photo of the baby want that premium, photo-like surface. The Durico ULSTAR-1100HG delivers the presentation-grade finish patients expect, matching the Sony UPP-110HG spec at 110mm × 18m. Note the 18m roll length — that's the OEM standard for gloss media, not an error; the glossier coating means slightly less paper per roll than the 20m standard and high-density grades.

High-density — Durico ULSTAR-1100HD (replaces UPP-110HD)

When diagnostic clarity is the priority — cardiology, radiology, any workflow where subtle grayscale gradients carry clinical meaning — high-density paper produces deeper blacks and higher contrast. The Durico ULSTAR-1100HD is the compatible replacement for Sony UPP-110HD, built to the same 110mm × 20m spec, engineered for maximum optical density on the UP-D898MD's thermal head.

Why the Durico ULSTAR papers are truly compatible

"Compatible" isn't a marketing word here — it's a spec match. Four things have to line up for a thermal paper to work correctly in the UP-D898MD, and Durico ULSTAR matches all four:

Roll geometry. The UP-D898MD's paper tray and feed rollers are built for 110mm-wide media on a specific core. Durico ULSTAR rolls are wound to the same 110mm width and core dimensions as the Sony UPP-110 series, so they seat correctly and feed without drift or edge-curl.

Surface finish. Each Durico grade is coated to match the finish of its Sony counterpart — matte on the standard, gloss on the HG, high-density coating on the HD. That's what keeps the printed image looking the way clinicians expect, print after print.

Thermal sensitivity. A thermal printer creates the image by heating the paper's coating; if the paper's sensitivity is off, you get prints that are too light, too dark, or inconsistent. Durico ULSTAR media is calibrated to the same activation range the UP-D898MD's thermal head is tuned for, so the printer's default density settings produce a correct image with no fiddling.

Manufacturing consistency. Durico ULSTAR is manufactured in South Korea to tight tolerances, which is what keeps roll-to-roll behavior predictable — the same reason a busy department can standardize on it and stop babysitting print quality.

Price and savings vs. Sony OEM

This is where the UP-D898MD's appetite for paper matters. Because it's a high-throughput printer, media is a recurring line item, and the gap between OEM and compatible compounds every month.

Sony OEM UPP-110 series media typically runs anywhere from about $70 to $190 per 10-roll box from medical resellers, with the high-gloss and high-density grades sitting toward the top of that range. Durico ULSTAR pricing at Precision Imaging Supply as of this writing:

The savings are most obvious on the high-gloss and high-density grades, where Sony OEM sits at the top of that reseller range. Just as useful for smaller practices: the 5-roll box lowers the entry cost and cuts overstock, so a low-volume UP-D898MD isn't sitting on a year of paper it hasn't used yet. Prices shift, so check the live product pages for the current figure before you order.

Will compatible paper void my printer warranty or hurt image quality?

Two fair questions, and they come up on every call. On warranty: using a compatible consumable that meets the printer's media specification does not, on its own, void a printer warranty — and Durico ULSTAR is built to that specification. On image quality: because the thermal sensitivity and surface finish are matched to the Sony grade you're replacing, prints come out at the density and clarity your clinicians are used to. The point of a compatible paper isn't to compromise — it's to remove the OEM markup while keeping the output identical.

Frequently asked questions

Is Durico ULSTAR paper really compatible with the Sony UP-D898MD?

Yes. The UP-D898MD accepts the Sony UPP-110 series (UPP-110S, UPP-110HG, UPP-110HD), and Durico ULSTAR-1100S, 1100HG, and 1100HD are built to match those specs — same 110mm width, same roll geometry, same finish. They load and print exactly like the OEM roll.

Which Durico grade should I buy for my UP-D898MD?

Match the grade to your work: 1100S (standard) for routine daily scans, 1100HG (high-gloss) for patient keepsakes and 3D/4D prints, 1100HD (high-density) for high-contrast diagnostic imaging. Many departments keep standard on hand and stock a grade for specialty work.

Will using compatible paper void my Sony printer warranty?

Using a compatible consumable that meets the printer's media specification does not by itself void a printer warranty. Durico ULSTAR is engineered to the same 110mm UPP-110 specification the UP-D898MD is designed around.

Does Durico paper print as well as Sony OEM?

Yes. Each grade is coated and calibrated to match its Sony counterpart's finish and thermal sensitivity, so prints come out at the same density and clarity using the printer's normal settings.

Where is Durico ULSTAR paper manufactured?

Durico ULSTAR thermal media is manufactured in South Korea to tight tolerances, which is what keeps roll-to-roll consistency predictable across high-volume use.

How fast does it ship?

All three grades are stocked and ship from Precision Imaging Supply. Check the product page for current lead times and local delivery options.

What's the minimum order?

You can order a single 5-roll box of any grade, which keeps the entry cost low for smaller practices, or step up to the 10-roll box so high-volume departments reorder less often.

Order compatible paper for your Sony UP-D898MD

Pick the grade that fits your workflow — all three are in stock and ship from Precision Imaging Supply:

• Standard: Durico ULSTAR-1100S — the everyday workhorse (replaces Sony UPP-110S)
• High-gloss: Durico ULSTAR-1100HG — presentation-grade keepsakes (replaces Sony UPP-110HG)
• High-density: Durico ULSTAR-1100HD — diagnostic contrast (replaces Sony UPP-110HD)

Still deciding between grades? These deep-dives break down each one: the Sony UPP-110S standard paper guide, the Sony UPP-110HG high-gloss guide, and the Sony UPP-110HD high-density guide.

About Morgan Hayes

Morgan Hayes is the imaging supply specialist behind Precision Imaging Supply's resource center. With over a decade tracking the medical thermal printing market, Morgan helps imaging departments, OB/GYN clinics, veterinary practices, and independent ultrasound centers navigate the maze of printer-and-paper compatibility — including the Durico drop-in alternatives that save practices 30–50% versus OEM Sony media without compromising print quality.

Related guide: Paper for the Sony UP-D897MD — same 110mm UP-895/897/898 paper family.