Roland BY-20 vs DTF Station Prestige R2 Pro

When it comes to Direct to Film or DTF printers, finding the right fit for your apparel decorating business is essential. In this post, we’re comparing two popular options: the Prestige – R2 Pro and the Roland BY-20.

Let’s go through the crucial factors in machine performance and see how they stack up against each other.

Prestige – R2 Pro Direct to Film DTF Printer

Speed: 4.1 square meters per hour

Fast printing speed is crucial for any printing operation. This is going to directly impact productivity and turnaround time. A faster printing speed allows your business to fulfill orders more quickly, meet deadlines, and handle higher volumes of work efficiently. It gives you the opportunity to serve more clients, which will increase revenue, and give you a competitive edge in the market.

Powder Application: Built-in powder application

The powder adhesive is what gives DTF transfers their signature soft feel and allows them to adhere to almost any material. But having this powder application built into your printer is a huge win for production.

This eliminates the need for additional equipment or manual operators. More machine operators mean more employees that you have to pay. The built-in powder application not only streamlines operations, but it also reduces the risk of errors by placing a consistent amount of powder on your transfers every time. This feature is a big time and resource saver.

Maximum Resolution: 2,400 dpi.

High printing resolution ensures that prints are sharp, detailed, and visually appealing. This means when you print intricate designs, fine text, and complex images they are going to be extremely accurate and look truly professional.

with extreme accuracy. These are the kind of things that set you apart from the competition and make customers come back for more.

Roll Size: 33cm

A large roll size offers you more print flexibility. With a wide roll you can accommodate various print sizes and formats, from small designs to oversized graphics. This is especially great for plus sized apparel decoration. Instead of putting a tiny design on a 3XL shirt you can alter the size of your design to be appropriate for all different sizes. You can also make large prints for unique items like blankets, towels and table clothes.

Ink Delivery System: 1-liter bottles for ink delivery

Utilizing 1-liter bottles for ink delivery offers several advantages, including cost-effectiveness and convenience. Larger ink bottles mean you don’t have to constantly change out the ink. This minimizes downtime and interruptions in your production. Also, you can purchase ink in bulk, taking advantage of volume discounts and reducing overall printing costs.

White Ink Management: Built-in white ink management system

A built-in white ink management ensures consistent and reliable printing results, particularly for designs that require white ink. It automates the process of white ink circulation, preventing sedimentation and clogging in the printheads. This minimizes the risk of costly downtime due to ink-related issues and replacing machine parts.

Cost of Ink: £79 for CMYK and £89 for white ink per liter

A low cost of ink is essential for maintaining profitability and competitiveness in the DTF printing business. And the affordable DTF ink the R2 Pro uses reduces operational expenses and overhead costs, maximizing your profit.

Roland BY-20 Direct to Film DTF Printer

Speed: With a speed of 2.34 square meters per hour, the Roland BY-20 lags behind the Prestige – R2 Pro.

Powder Application: Unlike the Prestige – R2 Pro, the Roland BY-20 lacks built-in powder application, requiring additional machinery.

Maximum Resolution: It offers a maximum resolution of 1,440 dpi, slightly lower than that of the Prestige – R2 Pro.

Roll Size: The Roland BY-20 has a roll size of 51.5cm, offering limited flexibility.

Ink Delivery System: This DTF Printer uses specifically Roland SP-G DTF Ink 220cc Ink Cartridges. This can result in higher ongoing costs due to smaller ink cartridge sizes.

White Ink Management: Lacking a built-in white ink management system, it requires manual shaking of white ink cartridges daily.

Cost of Ink: At £57 per cartridge (£259.10 per liter), the ink costs for the Roland BY-20 can quickly add up compared to the Prestige – R2 Pro.

Which investment is right for your apparel decorating business?

The Prestige – R2 Pro emerges as the clear winner in this comparison. With its superior speed, built-in powder application, high-resolution printing, versatile roll size, efficient ink delivery system, automated white ink management, and cost-effective ink solutions, it’s the optimal choice for businesses seeking reliability, performance, and affordability in their DTF printing operations.

SPECS	R2 PRO	ROLAND BY-20
Speed	4.1 Sq Mtr Per Hour (12.1 Linear Mtr Per Hour)	2.34 Sq Mtr Per Hour
Powder applicator	YES Built in for speed	No Extra Machines will be needed
Maximum Resolution	2,400 dpi	1,440 dpi
Roll size	33cm	51.5cm
Ink Delivery System	1ltr Bottles	(Roland SP-G DTF Ink 220cc Ink Cartridge)
FULL WIMS (White ink Managment)	YES (from bottle to head and return)	ΝΟ
Cost of Ink	£79 (CMYK) x 1 ltr/ £89 (White) x 1 ltr	£57.00 per cart (£259.10 Per 1xLtr)
WINNER	YES	NO

Next Steps to Success:

Ready to take your apparel decorating business to the next level? The YES Group offers printing solutions that are efficient and reliable. Plus, their team of industry experts is always available to help you reach ultimate success.

Contact the YES Group today to get started on your journey towards success!

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