If you're weighing Sony UPP-110HG against Durico 1100HG for your ultrasound printer, the short version is that they're built to the same paper type and the same roll geometry. The longer version — what actually differs, what stays the same, and where the money goes — is below.
This comes up most often for practice managers restocking an OB/GYN suite, imaging center, or vet clinic that's used Sony paper for years and is simply looking to see whether a compatible alternative is worth switching to, or a busy front-desk staffer who just needs to confirm a box will actually fit the printer before ordering. Either way, the comparison below is organized the same way you'd shop it: spec first, then construction, then price.
Quick Answer
Durico 1100HG and Sony UPP-110HG are both Type V high-gloss ultrasound thermal paper: 110mm × 18m rolls, UV-cured glossy surface, and compatibility with the same Sony UP-895, UP-897, and UP-898 Series printers. Durico 1100HG also fits Mitsubishi P93/P95 printers — a crossover no other Durico grade offers. The paper spec is the same; the price is not. Shop Durico 1100HG direct from Precision Imaging Supply.
Compatibility Table
| Sony Model / Paper | Durico Equivalent | Spec | Where to Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sony UPP-110HG (Type V) | Durico 1100HG | 110mm × 18m, high-gloss, UV-cured surface | Durico 1100HG — 5-roll box |
| Sony UP-895 / UP-897 / UP-898 Series printers | Durico 1100HG | Drop-in compatible, no printer settings changes | Durico 1100HG — 10-roll box |
| Mitsubishi P93 / P95 printers (equiv. K95H / K91HG / KP91HG) | Durico 1100HG | Same roll — only PIS grade that crosses both brands | Durico 1100HG — 5-roll box |
One more note before the technical breakdown: PIS carries the 1100HG grade specifically — not the 1100HD (high-density) or 1100S (standard/matte) grades. If your printer takes Sony UPP-110HG, this is the right comparison. If you're not sure which Sony paper type your printer actually uses, check the label on your current roll or the printer's spec sheet before ordering, since the three grades aren't interchangeable.
What "Type V High-Gloss" Actually Means
Sony classifies its ultrasound thermal media into a handful of paper types by finish and density — Type I (standard/matte), Type II (high-density), and Type V (high-gloss), among others. That classification is really a spec for the printer, not just the paper: the thermal head, the print driver, and the paper are all tuned to work together as a matched set. When a paper is described as "Type V compatible," it means the manufacturer engineered the surface coating and thermal sensitivity to fall inside the tolerances the printer expects for that class — not that it's an identical physical product to the OEM roll.
That's the frame worth keeping in mind when you compare Durico 1100HG to Sony UPP-110HG: they're not the same manufacturer's roll wearing two different labels. They're two independently engineered products built to satisfy the same Type V spec, which is why the compatibility claim is about matched performance rather than shared origin.
Why Durico 1100HG Is Compatible with Sony UPP-110HG
"Compatible" isn't a marketing word here — it describes a paper built to the same construction and surface finish as the Sony original. Durico's ULSTAR-1100HG uses a five-layer build: a polypropylene film substrate, a UV-cured glossy layer, a protective layer, the thermal coat layer, and a back-coat layer. That's the same layer stack logic that gives Type V high-gloss paper its finish and its ability to hold fine grayscale detail.
A few construction details worth knowing if you're deciding between the two:
- Surface finish. Durico markets the 1100HG grade as its most glossy finish — the same "high glossy, brilliant photorealistic reproduction" positioning Sony uses for UPP-110HG. This grade is the one built for presentation-quality prints; Durico's matte 1100S grade is a different product for different use cases.
- Anti-static protection. The 1100HG roll has a built-in anti-electrostatic layer designed to reduce thermal head wear over time — a detail that matters more the higher your print volume.
- Image density. Durico describes the grade as delivering "extra-high optical density" and "precise gradation of grey-scale." Durico doesn't publish a specific optical-density number for this grade, so treat any site that quotes one as a specific figure with some skepticism — the manufacturer's own claim is qualitative.
- Durability. Durico states the paper carries strong resistance to water, fingerprints, and ultrasound gel drops — relevant if prints get handled in the exam room before they're filed or handed to a patient.
- Handling. Easy cross-direction tearing and minimal curling are both called out in Durico's spec sheet, which matters for anyone filing printed images by hand.
Durico is FDA registered and certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 13485, and the paper is self-manufactured — not outsourced and rebranded — at Durico's own plant in Sangju-si, South Korea. That's worth noting because a lot of "compatible" thermal paper on the market is contract-manufactured by a third party and just relabeled; Durico builds its own product line end to end.
Where the Two Actually Diverge
If the spec is comparable, what's the actual difference between ordering Sony UPP-110HG and ordering Durico 1100HG? In practice, it comes down to three things: who sells it to you, how it's priced, and how it's packaged.
- Distribution model. Sony UPP-110HG typically moves through medical equipment resellers and imaging distributors — the kind of channel that often gates ultrasound paper behind a prescription or facility license, since it's sold as a medical accessory. Durico 1100HG is sold direct, with no gatekeeping beyond a normal e-commerce checkout.
- Pricing consistency. Because Sony OEM paper passes through multiple reseller markups, list prices for the same box vary widely from one distributor to the next, and "sale" pricing can appear and disappear. Durico's price at Precision Imaging Supply is the manufacturer-direct rate, so it doesn't move around the way reseller pricing does.
- Packaging options. Durico 1100HG ships in both 5-roll and 10-roll boxes, giving smaller practices a lower up-front commitment than committing to a full case.
None of that changes the paper spec itself — it changes what it costs you to get the spec into your printer.
Price Comparison
Sony OEM UPP-110HG typically lists anywhere from roughly $190 to $360 for a 10-roll box, depending on the reseller and whatever promotion is running that week — medical resellers price this paper inconsistently, so shop around before you assume any single number is the going rate.
Durico 1100HG is $64.95 for a 5-roll box and $129.95 for a 10-roll box direct from Precision Imaging Supply — see the product page for current price and stock, since both can change. That puts Durico inside the roughly 25–30% savings range the manufacturer reports for its ULSTAR line versus competing OEM paper, and depending on which Sony reseller you're comparing against, often more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Durico 1100HG really compatible with my Sony printer?
Yes, for the UP-895, UP-897, and UP-898 Series. Durico builds the 1100HG grade specifically to the Type V high-gloss spec that these Sony printers expect — same roll width, same length, same surface class.
Will using Durico paper void my Sony printer's warranty?
Using a compatible third-party paper doesn't inherently void a printer warranty in the way that, say, modifying the hardware would. That said, warranty terms vary by manufacturer and by your service contract, so check your specific printer's warranty documentation or ask your service provider if you're not sure.
Does Durico 1100HG print with the same quality as Sony UPP-110HG?
Both are Type V high-gloss thermal paper built to the same surface and density class, so image quality should be comparable in normal clinical use. Durico markets the grade around high black-color density and fine grayscale gradation — the same qualities that matter for high-gloss ultrasound printing generally.
Does Durico 1100HG work with Mitsubishi printers too?
Yes — it's the only grade in Durico's line that crosses both brands, fitting Mitsubishi P93 and P95 printers (equivalent to Mitsubishi's K95H / K91HG / KP91HG paper) in addition to the Sony UP-895/897/898 Series.
Where is Durico 1100HG manufactured?
South Korea, at Durico's own headquarters and plant. Durico is FDA registered and ISO 9001/14001/13485 certified, and the company manufactures the paper itself rather than outsourcing production.
How fast does Durico 1100HG ship?
Precision Imaging Supply stocks 1100HG in both 5-roll and 10-roll boxes for direct order — check the product page for current lead times and shipping options at checkout.
What's the difference between the 5-roll and 10-roll box?
Same paper, different quantity. The 5-roll box suits lower-volume practices or anyone testing the paper for the first time; the 10-roll box is the better per-roll value for busier imaging departments that go through paper faster.
Bottom Line
If your printer takes Sony UPP-110HG, Durico 1100HG is built to the same spec and fits without any workflow changes — plus it's one of the only Durico grades that also works across Mitsubishi P93/P95 printers. The main decision left is whether you want the 5-roll or 10-roll box, and how much you'd rather spend versus Sony's OEM pricing.
Shop Durico 1100HG (5-roll box) or the Sony UPP-110HG compatible paper — 10-roll box at Precision Imaging Supply.
Related reading: Sony UPP-110HG Compatible Paper — Durico 1100HG Replacement Guide · UPP-110HG vs UPP-110HD vs UPP-110S: Which Do You Need? · OEM vs. Compatible Ultrasound Paper: A Buyer's Checklist