UV DTF Printer Cost Analysis
UV DTF printers are a new printing technology. They are fast, have high image quality, and can print on many materials.
They have received widespread attention. However, understanding its cost is also important for users who want to invest in a UV DTF printer.
The cost of UV DTF machines can be mainly divided into the following aspects:
1. Equipment Cost
The price of UV DTF printers varies greatly, ranging from a few thousand dollars to hundreds of thousands of dollars. The main influencing factors include the printer's brand, model, printing format, and accuracy.
In general, printers from famous brands are pricier. Printers with bigger formats and higher accuracy are also more expensive.
2. Consumable Costs
The consumables of UV DTF printers mainly include ink, printing A film, and transfer B film.
Ink costs about 20 US dollars per liter. Printing A film costs about 0.8-1.2 US dollars per square meter. Transfer B film costs about 0.4-0.7 US dollars per square meter.
3. Maintenance and Maintenance Costs
UV DTF printers require regular maintenance and upkeep to ensure their normal operation. Maintenance and maintenance costs mainly include replacing the print head. They also include cleaning the nozzle and replacing the filter.
Generally, the XP600 print head costs about 250-310 US dollars. The i3200U1 print head costs about 1014-1056 US dollars. Cleaning the nozzle costs about 0.1 US dollars.
4. Training and technical support
UV DTF printing is a new technology that requires training to use proficiently. We provide free training and technical support when you purchase a LINKO machine.
5. Energy consumption
UV DTF transfer printers need to consume a certain amount of energy when working.
The 30cm model costs about US$17-30/month to power, depending on its power and usage time. The 60cm model costs about US$32-56/month to power. (The calculation above assumes the machine is used 26 days a month and 10 hours daily. The cost range is based on domestic civil and commercial electricity rates.)
6. Space and facilities
UV DTF printers need space and facilities. These include exhaust systems, power sockets, etc. You must estimate their cost based on actual conditions.
7. Follow-up investment
As technology advances, UV DTF printers may be updated. Therefore, users need to consider the cost of subsequent investment.
Therefore, before choosing a UV DTF transfer printer, determine your actual purpose and use.
But don't worry. Consult LINKO, and we will customize it for you. Here are some of LINKO’s sincere suggestions for you when choosing a printer:
- Choose a cost-effective printer
- Use original consumables as much as possible
- Perform regular maintenance and upkeep
- Choose reliable suppliers
