Why does one CMYK Illustrator file print differently from other similar files exported with the same settings?

Hi @Esha,
 

Just checking in to see if the issue has been resolved. If our experts' suggestions worked, kindly mark the helpful reply as the correct answer so other users facing the same problem can find the fix.

If you're still stuck, please share more details about your exact workflow, and we'll continue investigating.

Anubhav

Do the two art files have the same exact kinds of elements (same color fills, effects, etc.)?

If the artwork from the file printing differently comes from another source, such as a RGB file, that could be a culprit. If the artwork has any transparency effects that could also be an issue. EPS does not natively support any fills or effects that involve transparency. PDF does support transparency. Issues with transparency get compounded if artwork was originally designed in RGB yet brought into a CMYK environment.

Are you using RasterLink Pro as the RIP to control the Mimaki printer? Or are you using a different RIP?

​@Esha do they have the same color profile? You can check the profile when choosing Edit > Assign Profile.