Epson ET-8550 How to Convert to DTF Printer DTF Guidebook

Epson ET-8550 How to Convert to DTF Printer DTF Guidebook | Direct-to-Film

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DTF for Beginners Part: 3
After 2 years of researching and a ton of trial and error this is how to convert the Epson Ecotank ET-8550 to a DTF printer, with all the kinks worked out. I've been using this setup for the last year and this is how I've been able to print when needed consistently without issues.
0:00 Intro
0:08 ET-8550 Convert to DTF steps
0:33 Tools needed to Convert to DTF
0:41 Unboxing
1:01 What's in the Box
1:31 Epson Print Drivers
2:21 Removing packaging
3:05 ET-8550 Rear Paper Feeder
4:20 Et-8550 Paper Tray Cassette 2
4:53 ET-8550 Cassette 1 / CD Tray
5:30 ET-8550 Exit Tray
5:42 Why to remove the exit tray
6:21 ET-8550 Scanner
7:39 ET-8550 Maintenance Box / Waste Tank
8:48 ET-8550 Printhead
9:10 ET-8550 How to remove Exit Tray
12:45 ET-8550 unlock printhead
13:42 ET-8550 How to remove rollers
18:36 ET-8550 Capping Station
19:19 ET-8550 Wiper Blade
20:01 ET-8550 error codes
21:20 ET-8550 Ink Tanks
21:50 ET-8550 How to install DTF Exit Tray
22:11 ET-8550 External Waste Tank
24:08 ET-8550 How to install CISS
25:25 ET-8550 How to Remove Printhead cover
28:50 ET-8550 How to refill ink CISS
29:55 ET-8550 How to shake DTF inks
31:07 Turning on the printer
31:28 ET-8550 Initialization / Power Clean
32:44 Printhead nozzle check
34:20 DTF Rip Software
34:46 CADLINK vs Acrorip
36:00 ET-8550 DTF Printing
36:18 How to powder DTF Prints
37:36 How to cure DTF Prints
37:56 ET-8550 DTF Heat Transfer
38:28 How to Press DTF Prints
39:58 DTF end Process
41:28 Peeling DTF Transfers
41:40 Outro
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@trishfrench1927 5 ай бұрын

This is THE most comprehensive video that I have seen for 8550 conversion, and I've watched so many of them that my head spins. Shout out to you Hangry Muscle! UPDATE: One thing that I need to make clear to everyone, though! I tried this right out of the box, and here is my conclusion: You CANNOT do this right out of the box. You must first install your printer and go through the set-up process. The reason for this: If you take off the rollers and the tray and then install your printer, it will NOT be able to do a proper set-up, test page etc. without the rollers and the tray. You can however put in the DTF ink when the set-up tells you to put in your ink. Once you get it installed and set up, then you can take off the roller and tray. Happy DTF'ing everyone!

@estebantorres8385 3 ай бұрын

Did you have an issue when you followed the video when this occurred? If so, how did you fix the problem?

@HangryMuscle 3 ай бұрын

I haven't had an issue converting these right out the box.

@SV-ShadyKing Ай бұрын

@@HangryMuscle hey brother what brand or where did you get your placement guide? looks good quality and I really need one. Cheers brother

@HangryMuscle Ай бұрын

@SV-ShadyKing amzn.to/3KBNQKv

@SV-ShadyKing Ай бұрын

@@HangryMuscle Thank you brother

@devinwelborn5211 6 ай бұрын

I got this printer with the intent of doing sublimation. While getting ready I found this video. I think the dtf will be better for what my intent is. So glad I found this.

@CG_55 5 ай бұрын

How’s is going for you so far? I’m thinking about purchasing one of these printers and doing like the video. I was wondering if the prints also look good on black shirts since that’s what I’ll be working on most

@claudiacanales6309 8 ай бұрын

I’m so glad I found your video. I was struggling getting that roller piece out. Just the video I needed! Thank you so much!!!! 🎉

@HangryMuscle 7 ай бұрын

You're very welcome. Stay Hangry 💪🏾

@Thermo51090 9 ай бұрын

Looking good Hungry!!! Thank you for this video, very helpful! ❤

@HangryMuscle 9 ай бұрын

Thank you Thermo, appreciate you watching 🙏

@tonyjenkins71 4 ай бұрын

Am glad he did a follow up to the last video. ❤ marvelous vid bro!

@trishbeautyandcraft 6 ай бұрын

Soo new to this and nervous to open and start concerting😊😆 BUT I need to do it. I'm afraid it will be hard... but I'm going to follow your video step by step!

@alonsojimenez6240 5 ай бұрын

I just bought this printer as well waiting for my CISS kit due to the white DTF. Hopefully I can make it work!

@Ytubemc20 18 күн бұрын

Best video ever! Thanks for sharing 🙏🏽

@manifestmyreality2025 21 күн бұрын

just picked up my Epson 8550 today!

@HangryMuscle 21 күн бұрын

Congrats! 💪🏾

@foxxytute2141 Ай бұрын

Hey, can you do a tutorial on setting up the CADLINK Software settings please?

@sandycartwright521 Ай бұрын

YES

@shewat52 3 ай бұрын

Great great video! I wished it was a XP 15000 though that you were demonstrating. Love all the designs also.

@lanvo105 8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much sir for the video.

@Jemmyjo 8 ай бұрын

That is the most thorough video I have seen. Not everyone is so generous in sharing. Does anyone know what the clear solution was he put in the tanks. Does the ink come with the CISS and if not, what are you using? Just fyi, I found the link to the ink in the description.

@sevimdavis2392 6 ай бұрын

Thank you Zach!

@HangryMuscle 6 ай бұрын

You're welcome 😁

@SimplybeingR 7 ай бұрын

Thanks, my 2nd 8550 will be here tomorrow...your video makes me feel confident I can do this...did you get the ceramic tile cut to that size?

@sotosbrother9389 6 ай бұрын

Love your videos bro ! How many prints you think these things can last ? A year ?

@DonteKentrell 9 ай бұрын

Not going to lie I have a commercial dtf and this one looks good bro

@HangryMuscle 9 ай бұрын

That's why its my favorite printer

@DonteKentrell 9 ай бұрын

@@HangryMuscle hell yea I’m about to get one

@renyaiedaniel5646 7 ай бұрын

Best video I have seen very informative and explained your steps very well. I have a question what are the measurements of the exit tray tile you are using and where can I purchase it from?

@HangryMuscle 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for the feedback! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aN6jmLSFrbnVdYU.html

@rooseveltgarrett1313 4 ай бұрын

And the reason I say that is because of the color pattern on the attached reservoirs that it comes with

@craftcreations6480 4 ай бұрын

great video! how's it holding up?

@Healher_7 8 ай бұрын

Hey nice Video! Where did you get your ciss from? The ones I keep seeing are for other epson printers.

@izzymacc 5 ай бұрын

Hi Ty for sharing your knowledge just wondering what ink can you use for dtf on this video

@Andresmartinez-nl2cm 3 ай бұрын

excellent video friend, thank you very much... can you send me the link to the video of the maintenance box

@k-oz-inc.theproducers3260 3 ай бұрын

Great video! Thank you for sharing this information. I’m so glad I found it. I was about to purchase the ET-8550 to covert it to a sublimation printer. This video has changed my mind. Can you please tell me why you are using external ink dispensers instead of the ones in the printer? Thanks. I appreciate you!

@alvinanderson2112 2 ай бұрын

You have to have someone c different inks and it must be DTf ink

@kwanzaandrews3661 8 ай бұрын

I just purchased my Epson 8550 and I’m loving it. What is the largest size dimension have you been able to print on your converted Epson 8550.

@alexmoreno5894 8 ай бұрын

Hello have you had any problems with your printer and is it converted to Dtf

@angelacauldwell5977 5 ай бұрын

Also have one other question... I have epson et 15000 now. I have been using it for several months printing DTF without any issues. All the sudden it has started smearing blue ink. I have replaced head and the dampers... no luck on fixing it. I have never had rip software that i know of except whatever came with the printer, but i never changed anything when i started doing dtf prints... it has done great up until about a month ago and have been trying to figure out what the problem is every since. Thank you

@ShitMist 8 ай бұрын

Hey just a question about the ciss. The last time I saw your video, the ciss was giving you leaking problems and so what did you do this time that helps the ciss run properly this time round?

@taylorparsons6190 7 ай бұрын

How well did the first one hold up? Is this easier to use than buying one that is set up for DTF? I'm only going to be printing for personal use

@CassieBarras Ай бұрын

Hi! Love the video. How big will this printer print?

@tomcollick8111 7 ай бұрын

Hi, What size is the tile you used for outfeed? I want to cut acrylic close to the size for this printer outfeed. Which version of the RIP software do you use? Full or DTF?

@ShereenH 4 ай бұрын

Hello. I've been hooked on your videos since I stumbled upon them. Great content!! I converted my Epson 8550 printer to DTF, but my blue designs are printing purple. I'm using Cadlink software. Would it be the ICC profile set on the printer that's causing this error? Or is it coming from the profile that's set in Cadlink?

@antonioguillan92 28 күн бұрын

Forgive me if I missed it.... but why do I need an external Ciss and not just use the one that's already in the printer?

@spiritofestherministry8757 3 күн бұрын

Great video. Question. Since you did not use the ink tanks and went with the external CISS instead. Are you able to switch to maybe sublimation or regular printing by using the actual ink tanks by unplugging the CISS? Just a thought since the ink tanks in the printer were not used. Thank you.

@FreckledGingerGoes 3 ай бұрын

Thank you!! I had an L1800 I bought a few years ago already converted, but am going to convert an 8550 myself. I have EKPrint studio for the rip software, but can't figure out if it'll work with the 8550. Do you know? Hoping I don't have to purchase another rip software.

@WorldWideStang 3 ай бұрын

Just got my et 8550 just did the conversion waiting on my other supplies to come in but I was curious if it’s easier to use the tanks on board or if its better to use a big tank ciss system?

@AysiaGarza 15 күн бұрын

this video is amazing!!! thank you for all the info!!! went to purchase ciss system on your website but it’s sold out :( any idea when you will be getting more or where else i can purchase?

@HangryMuscle 15 күн бұрын

Hey, thanks for letting me know it said out of stock, It is fixed now. You can purchase the ciss. hangrymuscle.com/products/universal-6-color-ciss-kit-w-accessories-for-epson-inkjet-printers-et-8550-xp-15000

@user-dt6lx4zt1u 9 ай бұрын

When converting the epson 8550 to dft do you have to install the ciss

@jjuanguevara1 8 ай бұрын

Got a question. All my dtf printers ive had over time as i upgrade them ive notice i alwaya het this weird vertical line at the edge of my prints. Any idea how to fix it so it no longer does that??

@rsapgreen8399 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the information… really detailed…. I’m still learning, just got the ET8550 . Literally a week ago .Was able to convert it, thanks to you. I’m using the hiippo ink… what ink do you use ? I see you have white ink. All the other videos say you can’t use white ink for sublimation. But you obviously did. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

@buddysmith7080 8 ай бұрын

He converted to DTF not sublimation.

@rsapgreen8399 8 ай бұрын

@@buddysmith7080 thanks for nothing…

@shadowline1413 7 ай бұрын

Bro your dumb. There ist No White sublimation inks. ITs technically Not possible.

@sotosbrother9389 6 ай бұрын

Hey bro why would my nozzles get worse after doing a print cleaning in the control panel ?? Than I do another one and gets better ,? Sometimes also my colors are mixing in the nozzle check .. if you have an idea it would help I already dropped a lot of money and I’m getting nervous lol

@angelacauldwell5977 5 ай бұрын

Hello, Im looking into getting this printer. I have a few questions if you wouldnt mind answering, would be greatly appreciated. What electric stirrer would you recommend for the white ink and from where? What is your printer settings on laptop when you are printing DTF? Is there a particular brand of ink, powder, and film you suggest? And I found Cadlink software, supposed to be full version on Etsy... its like 15 dollars... they said its the full version.... do you know anything about that? Kinda scared about it since everywhere else Cadlink is NOT cheap by far. Thank you!

@christinekranz4844 6 ай бұрын

Hi!! Thanks for this tutorial! Couple of questions:. I converted an epson for sublimation and have been making tumblers, shirts, etc. I also have been using the dtf hack using my sublimation printer. What is the difference in me using my sublimation printer or converting another printer and using dtf inks? Also, what is the heat pad you usec for curing your designs? Thank you!!!

@carlaswickard1428 4 ай бұрын

Sublimation hack does not print white this printer has 2 additional color slots to add white. I’m assuming you also have to stick to light colors

@ChocolateCoaDrip 7 ай бұрын

😂 Hello hi great channel amazing Video. Just subscribed 🎉🎉🎉🎉

@anthonyirons511 7 ай бұрын

How come I read somewhere that the et-8550 has a DTF mode that changes heights of rollers and such and doesn’t require removing stuff from the printer? Did they suggest wrong?

@HighBridge1000 Ай бұрын

I am having a problem with the underlay coming out yellow instead of white. Using DTGRip 10.3.. I have the printer inks as BWCYMW. Set the channels the same in DTGrip

@zidanciito07 5 ай бұрын

How to set the matte paper a3 so that the white part comes out from the back, I still don't know how to do it besides that when I have done it I get the paper with the wet design?

@vittovitto79 4 ай бұрын

what type of heat mat do you use for curing?

@Redbone380 4 ай бұрын

Is this printer better then the Epson P600 and P800 that everyone is saying to use for dtf prints? Which is more vibrant?

@markalfredabordo6917 4 ай бұрын

Good day hungry. I converted my l18050 to DTf and it's not printing white under base. Using AcroRip 10

@jeanaatkins8083 4 ай бұрын

I'm using a converted XP-15000 with chipless cartridges, I get clogs so much, will this printer clog less ?

@andrewnegru 7 ай бұрын

What software do you need to purchase? There’s several options ranging from $200 to $500

@TashaJohnson-mm2nh 7 ай бұрын

I finally converted my printer thank you so much, but I’m running into an issue when printing how do I get the white to cover over the color image.

@chriswheeler5150 6 ай бұрын

You need dtf software

@Ragnar6467 2 ай бұрын

I have this printer with inkjet ink in it. Can I remove and clean it to change to DTF

@rogerlondono2521 2 ай бұрын

I have this for sublimating and i removed the wheels because of the marks it leaves. Now its not printing the last inch or so of the paper. Any thoughts?

@user-om8dp6hf4o 8 ай бұрын

It there an dtf shaker compatible with the Epson 8550?

@jericocifuentes8724 4 ай бұрын

Thank you brother your a bigg help 🫡💯🙏🏼🥇⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

@RosaliHumphrey Ай бұрын

Can I ask what’s the feel of the transfer? Some feel very plastic. Thank you in advanc!

@dirtbikefamily234 3 ай бұрын

Can this printer be used with any RIP Software? I will be using EK Print. Thank you for your time!

@tonoz6312 5 ай бұрын

Hi there thanks for this video it's very helpful, I just bought this printer and will be working DTF and was wondering if it's possible to use the printer as well with regular ink with it's own system by plugin back the ink tubes to the head, then just clean the head every time I switch (and one question why you didn't filled with that other ink direct to the printer?)

@spiritofestherministry8757 3 күн бұрын

I just asked the same question above. Following, because wouldn't it make sense since it is not being used.

@rooseveltgarrett1313 4 ай бұрын

So is printer's head already set for the colors to print in a certain order

@foxxytute2141 Ай бұрын

Hey do you have a link for the heating mat?

@amstewart2003able 9 ай бұрын

Great video, where did you get your heat mat or a link? Thanks

@HangryMuscle 9 ай бұрын

dtgpro.com/cicproduct/dtf-pro-heatstation.php?afl=3277

@jaimitogonzalez9431 4 ай бұрын

Question I have the same printer set it up like the video also in cadlink but it’s not printing a full size picture it cuts it on the sides pls help thank you

@humblecountyclothingllc.887 3 ай бұрын

brand new out of the box , ran the clean and print head test - got nothing. idk what im doing wrong. fully converted

@angelmontes1885 7 ай бұрын

Mine is not printing g the white on top and now as paper exit it hits the top of the exit part smearing everything can you help me

@matthewmontalbano1648 8 ай бұрын

Hangry I have seen some folks have added a roll print option to the ET 8550. Have you done that yet? I’d love to see how that is added and what you need to do with the software to make that happen.

@matthewmontalbano1648 8 ай бұрын

I will add Hangry your videos are absolutely fantastic and I will converting one of these this week. Can’t wait!

@snmom431 7 ай бұрын

I removed the rollers and now I am getting error 000031 and can't do anything as the printhrad moves to the left and makes an awful screaching noise and locks up. any ideas how to fix this?

@Snakeadrian 5 ай бұрын

Can i use the original eco tank ?

@vmgdaxo 5 ай бұрын

Do you have to take out exit tray?

@josemanuelfernandezgil8513 2 ай бұрын

I just watched this video of yours and I understood it very well because it is very well explained. Still, I have a question: How do you configure the printer so that it knows to use white ink? Is it done from the printer or is it done from the rip software? I hope I don't bother you and thank you for your time: (greetings from Galicia (Spain)/sorry for google traslate🙃

@HangryMuscle 2 ай бұрын

Hey thank you, The DTF rip software is what you use to configure the new colors.

@KicknItWitTheGentrys 4 ай бұрын

What to do if the white ink coating isn’t printing over it?

@user-dv1fy4fu5e 3 ай бұрын

A brother I’m struggling and dwelling on opening up my Epson 2800 to convert it to DTF do you think it’s still possible for that model? And if so does anybody charge a fee to do it for you in Texas?

@mathiasrodriguez2515 8 ай бұрын

Hello, how did it go with the DTF project on the Epson Stylus Pro 9600 plotter? I'm going to subscribe to your channel.

@angelicabosquez4519 3 ай бұрын

Like how many minutes would you say to cure it?

@tutorialespartituras2195 9 ай бұрын

great videos sir... is possible that you sell me a printer with all the extra items like you have set up in this video just to plug and print...i will buy the software separately...give a way to contact with you

@domokun2182 2 ай бұрын

@hangry muscle home come my images are blurry in the cadlink software i I rendered them to have better image quality but still looks shit ?

@BlkRoze06 4 ай бұрын

My images are still printing white side down. I have the mirror option on and it still prints wrong. How can I fix this?

@shelbystewart8672 Ай бұрын

Hi. I am converting my 8550 right now. Do I have to fill the ink tanks with solution since I am putting on a CISS system???

@HangryMuscle Ай бұрын

@Madeline-uk4fq 20 күн бұрын

I’m having this code error on my epson 8550 031006. any tips on how can I fix it? Thank you

@tracymcgraw1439 5 ай бұрын

How would you charge to convert my ET-8550 printer for me?

@deborahberenguer8011 6 ай бұрын

Bonjour vous dite de ne pas mettre la tête d’impression trop a gauche mais lorsque vous avez imprimer si j’ai bien vue vous avez pris toute la capacité d’impression de la feuille , j’ai mal compris concernant le fait de ne pas envoyer à gauche pour risque de coulure d’encre ?merci pour votre réponse et vidéo qui va beaucoup m’aider 😊

@jimmys511 6 ай бұрын

wow great video and sick art work.Do you use an AI program?

@tdan4301 3 ай бұрын

Dont know much aboit dtf but can you make the 16oz snowglobe wraps with this printer

@trishfrench1927 3 ай бұрын

DTF is ony for soft products such as shirts, hats, etc. Sublimation can also be used for those items, but sublimation can be used on hard surfaces, but DTF can't

@pcpcnow 7 ай бұрын

What is the difference in using the sublimation ink with the DTF powder and the DTG ink and the DTF powder?

@trishfrench1927 3 ай бұрын

I don't think you can put the powder on sublimation ink. The powder is to cure DTF ink. There is a difference between sublimation ink and DTF ink.

@user-te3kj3to8m 8 ай бұрын

I was in the middle of removing the bottom bottom feeder and the one plastic wheel I dropped it I don’t know if it went in the printer so I can’t find it. I don’t have that one plastic wheel. Will I be able to use it? If not, do you know where I could get another one?

@HangryMuscle 8 ай бұрын

Did you watch the video, i went over the wheel

@dpddpd71 8 ай бұрын

Can you tell us which CISS system you bought? Can't find any recommended for et-8550, which one do you use?

@HangryMuscle 8 ай бұрын

I posted it in the description

@vaughanza 5 ай бұрын

Great video, can you tell me if the Epson EcoTank L8150 is the same printer. Can not find the ET-8550 in SA thanks

@HangryMuscle 5 ай бұрын

Yes, its the same just black

@vaughanza 5 ай бұрын

Thanks@@HangryMuscle

@tomcollick8111 8 ай бұрын

Hi, Do you have a video on what version of Cadlink and what CISS do you use? Where to get quality inks?

@HangryMuscle 8 ай бұрын

Check the description, everything is listed

@tomcollick8111 8 ай бұрын

@@HangryMuscle thought I did. Thank you

@tomcollick8111 7 ай бұрын

This was not meant as sarcasm. I honestly read the descritption and did not see until after I asked.

@user-dt6lx4zt1u 9 ай бұрын

When converting the epson 8550 to dft do you have to install the ciss?

@HangryMuscle 9 ай бұрын

No but i recommend it

@tfokeefe 8 ай бұрын

****** I'm having trouble fitting the hoses to the printer from my CISS tanks. They are too small to fit. I noticed that your hoses look burnt or heated did you heat them so that they would fit to the printer more easily?

@HangryMuscle 8 ай бұрын

No, i cut them

@zacky6416 4 ай бұрын

You sell convert printers?

@aaroncurry6281 8 ай бұрын

Is it nessary to remove the exit tray. Ive seen some do it and some dont. In some of your earlier videos you had the tray on so does the prtinter start to streek over time or does it vary from printer to printer. I would think that these printers are all made the same so what works for one should work for all. What do you think is making the exit tray be unlevel over time

@HangryMuscle 8 ай бұрын

Did you watch the video?

@tashanet6497 8 ай бұрын

Honestly, I did not remove my exit tray and have never had an issue with my prints using the exit tray. I like and Prefer the exit tray. Use it and see how it works for you. Everyone is different. Try it out first before ripping it out.

@michelletorres9773 4 ай бұрын

Do you need a ciss or can you just addd the dtf to the tanks on the printer ?

@gordodejuarez2641 4 ай бұрын

You can also just add the ink to the printer

@matthewmontalbano1648 8 ай бұрын

Hangry got my printer up and running with Cadlink. Worked great for 50 prints but now getting random crops where only half my print gets completed left to right. Sometimes it’s just a 2 inch strip down the middle on a A3 plus print. It’s driving me crazy. So random. Any ideas?

@HangryMuscle 8 ай бұрын

Yeah, I'm familiar with the issue, various reasons can cause this, failed communication between pc and printer or incorrect settings is usually issue

@tomcollick8111 7 ай бұрын

HI, I dropped the screw from the roler holder into the printer and cannot find it. DO you know the size of the screw to replace this one? Any clues on how to find the screw? THank you,

@HangryMuscle 7 ай бұрын

I don't know the size, you should be able to find the screw though. Use a flashlight to get more visibility.