Watch this before buying a DTF Printer

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Watch this before buying a DTF Printer

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3 жыл бұрын

What is up Lumedia Fam! Watch this before buying a DTF Printer!!! Stuck between buying a converted one or doing the conversion yourself? I speak of some of the pros and cons in this video and why i feel converting a printer is a bit better. Not only that we talk about where I buy my consumables and other things needed to get started. As always if you have any questions drop a comment below!
DTF Printers and Supplies, I have two different sites that I trust for your convenience to shop around and also incase something is out of stock.
RIP Software:
kingdomdtf.com...
dtfsuperstore....
DTF Printers:
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Film:
dtfsuperstore....
kingdomdtf.com...
Inks:
dtfsuperstore....
kingdomdtf.com...
Adhesive/Powder:
dtfsuperstore....
kingdomdtf.com...
Cleaning Solutions:
dtfsuperstore....
kingdomdtf.com...
Heat Press:
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Oven:
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Laptop:
can run photoshop and other programs: amzn.to/3ekwMZM
For RIP Software only: amzn.to/3i9uTQz
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@Lumedia 3 жыл бұрын

Do you plan on buying a DTF printer? If so which one? You converting or buying a kit?

@canecorsoxena8644 2 жыл бұрын

Which printer do you recommend I convert?

@stevenwright6280 2 жыл бұрын

I do plan on buying one and converting it, I'm not sure which one I've been looking at the xp 15000 I seen it for about 350.00 new I want one that will print 13x19 do you have any recommendations

@breakdown2 2 жыл бұрын

@@stevenwright6280 Llol

@rickgulley6813 Жыл бұрын

I have a Roland XR640 Pro Jet that prints white and metallic what would i need to do to convert it to DTF???

@Lumedia Жыл бұрын

I would start by checking if there is any DTF RIP software that supports it and go from there.

@ucme2014 2 жыл бұрын

I feel you on the cracked software......can be useful if you know what you're doing though

@mustaphaelalia7799 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, can you refer us to one of those Chinese "specialty DTF printers" ?

@Elfkayz7247 2 жыл бұрын

Am buying this dtf directly from Aliexpress and it comes with this. Am sending the picture and the accessories that will it

@barbarawoods2562 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Designs by Ardell I’m thinking about DTF I’m doing vinyl now I’m checking out DTF because of the White ink 😃

@merlenel.2504 2 жыл бұрын

You are the Man Thx

@paulkereti1060 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info bro. 👍

@Lumedia 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching brother!!! Hope I could be of some help!

@boskoe604 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have a list of epson printers that can be converted into DTF ?

@claudinedehaquiz8755 Жыл бұрын

I would also like a list please…its been a year since you did this video. You might have some new info.

@Anapropainting 2 жыл бұрын

How do you make your R1800 recognize the DTF film? my set up already for single sheet but sensor doesn't detect the film. Tip will well appreciated.

@Lumedia 2 жыл бұрын

I make sure it stands up as vertical as possible. I also took a cotton swab and cleaned the feed roller thoroughly with alcohol. That fixed my issue.

@Anapropainting 2 жыл бұрын

@@Lumedia my printer does feed just the printer head don’t recognize the film. If I use photo paper it prints. Could you share your printer settings please.

@Lumedia 2 жыл бұрын

The issue you’re having is nothing to do with your printer head. The issue is your registration sensor not seeing the see through film of what I said doesn’t work try adding just a tiny bit of tape at the beginning of the sheet so that it registers the sheet.

@Anapropainting 2 жыл бұрын

@@Lumedia got it !! I’ll do that. Thank you so much.

@Lumedia 2 жыл бұрын

No problem brother!!

@meganfair301 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Iv been doing big yo for several years and now sublimation for about 2.5 year I have bought dtf from etsy Love it what printer would you recommend to buy new and a affordable price either to Convert or retail ? I kinda would to try a convert my Self to help educate myself on the printer as you had covered thanks again

@mastihagr 2 жыл бұрын

I have an Epson L1800 and i changed 2 suppliers for pet film but still can't recognise the film!. I use Acrorip 9 but it is cracked also. Can someone please tell me how do i fix it to recognise the pet film?

@Lumedia 2 жыл бұрын

have you cleaned the roller that feeds the film? clean with alcohol and it should help it. other than that try one sheet at a time or add a piece of masking tape at the bottom of the sheet.

@borial1006 2 жыл бұрын

Quick question does the printer need to stay on 24 seven and is there slot of maintenance with DTF printers

@Lumedia 2 жыл бұрын

something like this bigger machine yes. a smaller l1800 or 3880 will be a bit less daunting. not a lot of maintenance you just have to do it everyday pretty much. but honestly it is worth it.

@hollyelzey8920 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! Thanks for the information! I was finally able to get my hands on a 2720 as most other machine options are and have been out of stock for months near me. I was planning to convert to sublimation, but now seeing your video I am wondering can I convert this to DTF.. can you make a video on how to convert a machine or where to get the items needed for conversion? TIA

@Lumedia 3 жыл бұрын

Hey holly! “Technically” you could run dtf inks in that printer. But you only have cmyk and no extra color channels. For dtf you need a minimum of 5 channels cmyk+w(white). And you would still need to find a RIP software that would run it. So to answer your question you could but could only print on light garments. Which defeats the purpose of dtf really. I would highly advise to stay the course and convert for sublimation. You can do much more with that route.

@NEMESISofBALLISTIC 3 жыл бұрын

May i ask, what are the commercial grade ones where you don't have to disassemble to clean them?

@Lumedia 3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately all DTF printers require about the same amount of maintenance. I have a video I’m uploading this week talking about the subject. You don’t need to take apart the smaller ones for cleaning them. You only need to do that if your printhead clogs. While it’s less likely to happen in a commercial grade printer it can still happen.

@NEMESISofBALLISTIC 3 жыл бұрын

@@Lumedia oh ok well i really appreciate the feedback I'm really wanting to get into this to add to my methods of shirt making for my business always good to have multiple options for customers

@NEMESISofBALLISTIC 3 жыл бұрын

@@Lumedia do you have a particular printer you would go with thats a better option overall? Whether it be already converted or to do the conversion myself, which I'll probably do the conversion myself to save that much more money

@Lumedia 3 жыл бұрын

100%, I was hesitant too because of the maintenance. But once you get into the habit you honestly don’t feel like it’s a chore. Just becomes part of your routine. I don’t miss weeding HTV or having to look for quality polyester shirts.

@NEMESISofBALLISTIC 3 жыл бұрын

@@Lumedia yeah it sucks having to limit what you can done especially with certain things being sold out constantly so having a wider range of what you can do eliminates that annoyance lol

@YEET-sj6qo 2 жыл бұрын

how much space do you have for your designs when working with the printers?

@Lumedia 2 жыл бұрын

could you elaborate on the question?

@RachelisFree21 2 жыл бұрын

My husband and I want to start a t shirt business ( side business for us) . What do you suggest for a starter printer?

@Lumedia 2 жыл бұрын

congrats on wanting to start a business for yourself! In all honesty if its a new process for you guys and you want your best bang for your buck. I would go the sublimation route! I have a few videos talking about the process. That will give you the most flexibility if your trying to do custom items for customers. If you are trying to start a clothing line. Then I suggest buying a heat press and premade transfers. best way to go about it. Hope this helps point you in the right direction!

@JustSaytheWordLLCGINAGIL 3 жыл бұрын

Great content bro!

@Lumedia 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for stopping by!!! How’s business?

@JustSaytheWordLLCGINAGIL 3 жыл бұрын

@@Lumedia I need more space lol. How is business for you?

@Lumedia 3 жыл бұрын

HAHAHA IM LITERALLY THE SAME. My house is bursting with equipment. Need to upgrade soon it’s to the point where it’s hindering the business.

@JustSaytheWordLLCGINAGIL 3 жыл бұрын

@@Lumedia I feel your pain. Even a 2400 sq ft house wasn’t enough space for my blanks and equipment, plus other business essentials. I'm not ready for a store front either. Extra money I don't care to spend yet.

@tisprintcraftstv 2 жыл бұрын

Good evening, I am thinking of going into dtf printing and since I can't afford to buy the dtf printer in the market I am now considering modifying one of the Epson printers. Initially Epson L805 was my focus being cheaper but I got to know about Epson XP 15000 which is A3 and almost the same price with the L805 but I also discovered that it doesn't work with acrorip software, and requires a very expensive software and CISS. Also from my online research people are not giving palatable reviews about it. Please if you know about the XP 15000 how can I go about it without itch from conversion to rip installation and successful printing. Kindly help. Thanks

@claudinedehaquiz8755 Жыл бұрын

I would like to know as well. Thanks

@Jmcustoms03 Жыл бұрын

You can convert the xp15000 super easy and don’t need a ciss I also use oem cartridges and chipless software I also use acrorip with zero problems

@stevenwright6280 2 жыл бұрын

About how long do you have to cure for

@Lumedia 2 жыл бұрын

In the oven it’s only about 2 mins

@ashleigheverett5240 2 жыл бұрын

Would an ecotank 4850 work??

@calliebeach5251 2 жыл бұрын

can you lean me to a good printer to convert?

@Lumedia 2 жыл бұрын

epson 3880 is great the r1800 is too. only downfall is replacement parts are hard to find. L1800 seems to be the way to go at the moment.

@Elfkayz7247 2 жыл бұрын

Hello

@donfransisco9404 2 жыл бұрын

whats the discord link?

@stevenwright6280 2 жыл бұрын

What do you think about the Epson XP 15000 for conversion?

@Lumedia 2 жыл бұрын

I personally do not recommend for a number of reasons! Stick to an l1800 if possible to begin with!

@cknight2316 2 жыл бұрын

@@Lumedia why do you not recommend? Just bought 2 of them 😬

@Lumedia 2 жыл бұрын

It’s just not as rugged as other printers. From when I check there is also no method of shaking the inks. I’ll look back into them to see if anything has changed though!