Prestige DTF A3 Semi Industrial System

Direct To Film Printing System

This is the ideal entry-level system for anyone wanting to get into DTF on a budget. This system is perfect for smaller businesses and print shops. Like all DTF printers, it MUST be used for at least an hour daily. It’s not for occasional printing. Like our entire DTF lineup, this printer has automatic cleaning, intelligent ink level monitoring and white ink circulation systems included. To make this unit more affordable than its bigger brothers, it uses a semi-industrial XP-600 semi-industrial print head.

DTF is the best technology for printing non-synthetic white fabrics and all dark fabrics. The print is detailed with good colours and excellent wash durability. It’s even being used to replace heat transfer vinyl because there is no cutting, no weeding, no tracing of images and it’s much cheaper to do even counting the maintenance these printers require.

This technology is however NOT suitable for people who will only do the odd print here and there, people who don’t want to do daily maintenance and people in hot climates with no aircon. If your intended volumes are going to be low rather get the material printed for you.

This printer is suitable for up to 800 T-shirts a month based on a print size of 30 x 42cm. If the print size is smaller you can print a larger quantity. Fiery Cadlink DTF raster image processing (RIP) software is included with this system.

What Does It Cost To Print?

Approximately R 30 per running meter x 32cm wide and 90% coverage. The current market price per meter is around R 150. Maintenance costs – To cover the costs of maintenance including eventual print head replacement we suggest adding R 3.00 to each print.

DTF does require some hands-on maintenance so it’s not suitable for people who don’t want to clean print heads, get ink on their hands, change out ink pipes and so on. The printer must work daily to prevent head blockages and failures.

The automatic shaker oven is perfect for production volumes. If you are going to do small volumes, you can shake the powder onto the print by hand and use the infrared curing oven (optional extras) which is essential to ensure even curing. Some people put the print into an oven or heat press to cure but results are unpredictable and can result in the shirt being rejected.

The beauty of using the automatic shaker & curing unit is that you can set the printer to print and do something else while the print is being made ready for transfer. This system should not be confused with UV-DTF which is a system that prints stickers primarily for hard surfaces. Some unscrupulous sellers are telling prospective customers that a UV DTF can also print fabrics. This is NOT the case.

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The System Includes

Prestige DTF R1 (A3) roll printer, with single semi-industrial XP-600 print head.
DTF premium powder - 1kg.
DTF ink set CMYKWW (Ink Made in Korea) - 1 x 1kg bottle of each colour (CMYK) and 2 x 1kg bottle of white premium DTF ink. Our DTF ink is flown in to ensure freshness.
DTF Film DS Roll - Prestige DTF Premium instant peel film that is 35cm x 10 000cm (100M) roll. Instant peel, both sides are printable.
DTF cleaning fluid – 100ml of cleaning fluid for DTF printer.
Trim tool – for cutting the print.
Cadlink DTF RIP – Digital factory DTF edition RIP for desktop DTF printers (A3 & A4) - for windows only.
DTF Maintenance Fluid – 100ml bottle of DTF maintenance fluid. Put on a waste ink pad when not using the printer to keep heads wet and reduce blockages.
Corel 2023 Technical Edition – Designing Software.

Upgrades Or Extras You Can Add To The System

DTF Miro 13 Max Shaker Oven.
DTF 50cm x 40cm Curing Oven.
Add a Muggit™ 38cm x 38cm high-pressure T-shirt press (2-year warranty).

Prestige R1 DTF Printer - Specs & Features

The Prestige R1 DTF printer is the perfect entry-level A3 machine for garment printing enthusiasts starting out looking to enter the DTF market on a budget. Featuring a single semi-industrial XP-600 print head, this compact, direct-to-film desktop station provides the ideal balance of affordability, performance & reliability.

Mainboard: Hosonsoft
Printer Head: Single semi-industrial XP-600 print head.
White ink circulation system: Timed white ink stirring system to circulate and maintain white ink inside the printer, making it always ready for print.
Auto cleaning system: When the printer is left on, it will automatically maintain and clean the printhead.
Original DigiRIP RIP Software. Provides accurate colour matching with bright vivid colour quality in your print. Directs the printer on where to apply the white and how much ink to apply, saving you ink and money.
Printing width: 330mm.
Machine weight: 37kg.
Printer size: 820mm x 640mm x 320mm
Printing speed: 0.9 - 1.2m² per hour. The Prestige R1 DTF is designed for efficient and medium-speed printing, making it suitable for lower-volume production in mind. Ideal for smaller businesses and print shops, that will be doing primarily their own finished product (print + transfer).
Monthly output capacity: Based on design size of 300 x 420mm / 30 x 42cm, you can get up to 800 T-shirts per month. (If the print size is smaller you can print a larger quantity)
Shaker oven: Compatible with Miro 13 Max DTF Powder Shaker and Oven
Print and transfer on porous substrates: Cotton shirts, polyester, tote bags, caps, and most other porous items. Works phenomenally, especially on dark shirts as well as lighter fabrics.
Anti-Head Strike Sensor: This unique machine features advanced anti-head strike technology, designed to prevent the print head from hitting or scraping the substrate during printing. This technology ensures smooth, uninterrupted printing by maintaining optimal print head height and alignment, reducing the risk of damage to both the print head and the substrate. As a result, it enhances print quality, prolongs the life of the print head, and minimizes downtime and maintenance costs.
Printer Warranty: 1 year on the printer (The warranty excludes the printhead and ink system). Not using our inks and films will void your warranty.
Print head is a consumable item and may need to be replaced periodically according to usage.