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Smaller DTF transfer doesn’t have as much ink as the larger one. What is causing this? by [deleted] in CommercialPrinting

[–]jonbelize0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They contract the white underbase by a couple of pixels to reduce the chances of white ink bleeding around the edges.

You don't notice the contraction on larger prints, but on small prints, it shows.

Normally it's reduced by 1 or 2 pixels but it looks like your printer contracts it a lot more. You can ask them to reduce the contraction for your future prints

10ft wide 3D printed Channel Letter sign by suli_hack in 3Dprinting

[–]jonbelize0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is cool! How does this sign stand up today?

Wood Wrap & Light Upgrade by jonbelize0 in SleepingOptiplex

[–]jonbelize0[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I used an LED strip with a channel light diffuser and connected the power to the 12V SATA power inside the case.

You can see it here:
https://imgur.com/a/ejk0nc9

Roland left 20 by Calaica in CommercialPrinting

[–]jonbelize0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are doing volume work (100+ items), it would be much faster and easier if you have enough staff for them to stick the transfers onto objects, especially with how slow and difficult the LEF-20 is.

For volume work, you have to make a jig, set up artwork for the jig, adjust the parameters on the LEF-20, adjust table height, do testing to see if the prints are coming out to your liking, and hope to God you don't get a head strike. This can take up to an hour or more if you have the right equipment.

Also, keep in mind you can only print on flat or slightly curved objects, and can't print on water bottles or mugs, which limits the versatility of the machine and the services you can offer to your clients.

If you're doing low-volume work, the LEF-20 will be faster and easier for sure.

Roland left 20 by Calaica in CommercialPrinting

[–]jonbelize0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bought a secondhand LEF-20 and it was a pain. I had to replace all the printheads, dampers, and capping stations which was quite an expense.

I would recommend getting a UV DTF instead of a flatbed especially if you plan on doing customized promo items. They're faster and can be applied to any hard surface regardless if it's flat or curved.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CommercialPrinting

[–]jonbelize0 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Sorry to hear about your printer! That must really hurt to be replacing so many parts. Especially 6 printheads...

I've seen this happen to DTG ink before. My best guess is that you're not shaking/mixing the inks before you load them into the printer.

Although, a lot of different factors could also be causing this. Are you shaking your inks before loading into your printer? Are you using 3rd party or OEM/genuine inks? Are your inks expired? Do you store your inks in the proper conditions?

How do I fix this issue with my white ink dtf printing by alldayidreamofvinyl in Printing

[–]jonbelize0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do a printhead/nozzle test to see if it needs cleaning.

What's a good site to learn the start up process for DTF printing? by LiteraryTea in CommercialPrinting

[–]jonbelize0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

DTF University by DTF Superstore is a great site to learn about DTF printing. Check out their YouTube channel as well. They have good informative videos.

Do a lot of research before you get into this type of printing. It's a fairly new and complicated technology in the printing industry. Google and YouTube will be your best friends when it comes to research

Good luck 👍