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Mutoh ValueJet 1638X Dye-Sublimation Printer

Mutoh ValueJet 1638X Dye-Sublimation Printer

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$9,999.99at Q360 GroupChecked Nov 10

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  • Last seen at $9,999.99 at Q360 Group on Nov 10.

Our take on the Mutoh ValueJet 1638X Dye-Sublimation Printer

The Mutoh ValueJet 1638X is a 64-inch wide-format piezo inkjet printer that Mutoh sold for dye-sublimation, signage and banner work. It uses dual staggered print heads and takes bulk ink, and owners rate its output on textiles and soft signage well against smaller desktop dye-sub machines. This particular unit is sold as a parts machine: it is non-operational and needs new print heads, so it suits a shop or technician who already runs ValueJet hardware and wants a donor chassis, not someone who needs a working printer. A working 1638X competes with 64-inch dye-sub printers from Epson and Roland, but a non-running unit should be judged on its reusable parts, not on print quality.

Best forPrint shops already running Mutoh ValueJet hardwareTechnicians who rebuild or service wide-format printersBuyers who need a donor chassis, boards or motorsDye-sub and banner shops sourcing spare parts
Pros
  • 64-inch print width handles wide banners and textile rolls
  • Dual staggered print heads give a wide, fast carriage
  • Bulk ink system keeps running costs down on long jobs
  • Common platform, so used parts and service knowledge are easy to find
  • Sturdy chassis and media feed worth salvaging as spares
Cons
  • Sold non-operational and needs new print heads
  • Print heads are the most expensive part to replace
  • No guarantee the boards, pumps or motors still work
  • Sitting idle can clog ink lines and damage other components
  • Old model, so some parts are no longer stocked new

Mutoh ValueJet 1638X Dye-Sublimation Printer prices at every store

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    $9,999.99Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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Mutoh ValueJet 1638X Dye-Sublimation Printer price history

Lowest price we've seen: $9,999.99 on Nov 10 at Q360 Group. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

Owner discussion of the ValueJet 1638X centers on its dye-sub output and its appetite for maintenance. Print quality on textiles and banners draws praise, while print head life and clogging are the recurring complaints.

What people mention
  • Print qualityPraisedOwners say dye-sub output on textiles and banners is strong and consistent when the heads are healthy.
  • Print headsCriticisedClogging and head wear are the most common complaints, and replacement is the big running cost.
  • MaintenanceMixedRoutine cleaning and capping keep it running, but owners say it demands regular attention.
  • BuildPraisedThe chassis and media feed are described as solid and suited to heavy roll work.
  • Parts availabilityCriticisedAs the model ages, owners report it is harder to source some components new.

From Q360 Group

  • Mutoh VJ-1638X wide format printer
  • Q360 pre-owned equipment
  • Great for parts
  • Currently non-operational
  • Needs new print heads

About the Mutoh ValueJet 1638X Dye-Sublimation Printer

This is a Mutoh VJ-1638X wide format printer, sold as a dye-sublimation printer under the ValueJet name. It is pre-owned equipment.

The printer is not currently operational because it needs new print heads. It is suited for use as a source of parts.

Brand
Mutoh
Model
VJ-1638X
Type
Wide format printer
Condition
Pre-owned
Working status
Non-operational
Issue
Needs new print heads
Best use
For parts

Questions and answers

Can this printer be made to run again?
Only by fitting new print heads, and even then the rest of the machine is untested. Treat it as a rebuild project, not a plug-and-print purchase.
What is a non-operational ValueJet 1638X good for?
It is a donor machine. Boards, motors, pumps, the media feed and the chassis can keep another 1638X running.
How does it compare with a working 64-inch dye-sub printer?
A working 1638X matches rival 64-inch dye-sub machines on width and bulk ink economy. This unit does not print at all, so the comparison is about spare parts.
What should I check before buying it?
Ask which heads are dead, whether the carriage moves freely, and whether the main board and power supply are intact. Confirm the ink lines have not been left dry and crusted.
Does it come with ink or media?
Nothing beyond the printer itself is stated. Assume no ink, no media and no RIP software, and budget for heads and consumables.
Is it worth rebuilding versus buying a used working unit?
Rebuilding makes sense if you already stock ValueJet parts and do the labor yourself. Otherwise a used working printer is the safer route.
Where is the Mutoh ValueJet 1638X Dye-Sublimation Printer cheapest?
At Q360 Group, for $9,999.99, as of our latest check.

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