- What else do I need to run the BY2-20?
- You need DTF film, DTF ink, adhesive powder, a powder shaker or curing setup, and a heat press to transfer prints to fabric. The printer handles only the film printing step.
- How wide a print can it make?
- It prints on 20-inch-wide DTF film rolls, so designs and gang sheets can run up to that width. Length is limited by the roll and the print job.
- Is it good for small T-shirt businesses?
- Yes, if you already handle heat pressing and powdering. The 20-inch width lets you print several shirt designs per sheet, which suits short runs and custom orders.
- Does it print white ink?
- DTF printing requires white ink for the backing layer on dark fabrics, and this class of printer uses a white-ink channel. Confirm the exact ink configuration with Roland before buying.
- How does it compare with a desktop DTF printer?
- It is wider and roll-fed, so it produces more per run than compact sheet-fed units. Desktop models cost less and take less space but limit gang-sheet size.
- What maintenance does it need?
- Expect daily or regular printhead checks, ink agitation and cleaning cycles to keep white ink flowing. DTF printers reward consistent use over long idle periods.
- Where is the Roland BY2-20 Direct to Film 20" Roll Printer cheapest?
- At Made-in-China.com, for $5,900.00, 26% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Roland BY2-20 Direct to Film 20" Roll Printer?
- 12 stores we checked sell it, including Made-in-China.com, dtgpro.com, USCutter, Atlas Screen Supply Company, McLogan Supply.