Direct to Film printing completely changed how custom apparel shops handle detailed, multi-color jobs. Printing vibrant transfers onto film and pressing them onto 100% cotton, polyester blends, dark hoodies, or caps eliminates complex screen setups and time-consuming vinyl weeding. Early adoption came with headaches like clogged white ink, daily teardowns, and entry-level machines crashing right in the middle of rush production.
Epson designed its commercial line of Epson DTF printers specifically to clear out those headaches. Built with industrial PrecisionCore MicroTFP printheads, Nozzle Verification Technology, and automated cleaning routines, these machines keep your production moving with minimal maintenance. Whether you run a growing custom apparel shop upgrading from a small setup or an established screen printing facility expanding transfer capacity, Epson has a model built for your daily output.Â
Epson DTF Printers at a Glance
| Model | Primary Format | Print Width | Ink Capacity | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SureColor F2270 | Desktop Platen (DTG and DTF Hybrid) | Up to 16" x 20" | 800 mL Bulk Packs | Startups, boutique shops, short runs |
| SureColor G6070 | Roll-to-Roll Dedicated DTF | 35.4" Wide Roll | 1.6 L High-Capacity Packs | Growing shops scaling transfer volume |
| SureColor G9070 | Industrial Roll-to-Roll DTF | 64" Ultra-Wide Roll | 1.6 L High-Capacity Packs | High-volume commercial and contract printers |
Epson SureColor F2270 Hybrid Printer
If you run a custom apparel brand or growing print shop that needs versatility without taking over half your building, the Epson SureColor F2270 gives you both Direct to Garment and Direct to Film printing in one unit. You do not need two separate pieces of equipment to handle custom shirts and specialized transfers.
Features and Specifications
- Hybrid Capability: Print directly onto cotton t-shirts with a standard platen, or switch over to print DTF transfer films for polyester, sleeves, caps, and outerwear.
- Automatic Height Optimization: The printhead detects garment thickness automatically, preserving sharp detail without manual adjustments.
- UltraChrome DG2 Ink System: High-volume 800 mL bulk ink packs cut down on replacement swaps and keep your consumable costs under control.
- Compact Footprint: Fits right on standard shop tables while delivering crisp 1200 dpi output quality.
Practical Shop Benefits
Fast setup times save healthy margins on short-run jobs that would swallow too much labor on a manual screen press. Automated maintenance channels and a fabric wiper keep white ink circulating properly, so you stay focused on printing instead of pulling printheads apart.
Ideal Setup: Boutique printers, custom brands, and screen print shops adding short-run transfer capabilities without bringing in massive floor equipment.
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Epson SureColor G6070 35 Inch DTF Printer
When your shop hits the limit on manual film prep and desktop setups, dedicated roll production becomes your next big step up. The Epson SureColor G6070 handles continuous 35.4-inch film rolls, letting you gang up multiple jobs, neck labels, and large back prints side-by-side across the sheet.
Features and Specifications
- 35.4 Inch Roll Width: Maximizes your film coverage by packing gang sheets with full-size artwork and left-chest logos at the same time.
- UltraChrome DF Ink Packs: High-capacity 1.6-liter ink cartridges lower your operational fluid costs on heavy production runs.
- Front-Loading Design: Loading rolls and reaching maintenance access both happen from the front, so you can place equipment right against your shop walls and save floor space.
- Epson Cloud Solution PORT: Tracks live job completion, fluid levels, and daily printer performance remotely right from your phone or desktop.
Practical Shop Benefits
Continuous feeding keeps your heat presses supplied with transfers through full shifts. Pairing these Epson DTF printers with an automated inline shaker unit streamlines powder application and curing without manual shaking or standalone ovens.
Ideal Setup: Commercial print shops expanding transfer production, high-volume decorators, and mid-sized screen printing operations.
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Epson SureColor G9070 64 Inch Industrial DTF Printer
For high-capacity print environments and contract decorators cranking out massive daily footage, the Epson SureColor G9070 delivers serious wide-format industrial production. Its 64-inch printable width lets you push maximum hourly output across large contract jobs.
Features and Specifications
- 64 Inch Wide Format: Maximizes your media usage by printing up to four full adult shirt designs across a single row on continuous film rolls.
- Dual PrecisionCore MicroTFP Heads: Built for rapid linear speed with precise drop placement and opaque white ink layers.
- 1.6 Liter Bulk Ink System: Keeps long production runs humming along without constant ink reload stops.
- Heavy-Duty Construction: Built to handle multi-shift commercial environments and heavy media rolls smoothly.
Practical Shop Benefits
Ganging four full-size graphics across a single 64-inch roll cuts down media waste and speeds up your delivery timelines. Automated nozzle checks and active printhead monitoring keep your gradients smooth and white opacity solid across long continuous runs.
Ideal Setup: Contract printers, high-volume apparel manufacturers, and industrial facilities running transfers across continuous daily shifts.
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Essential Supplies for Reliable DTF Printing
Solid equipment gets you halfway there, but clean transfers take quality supplies and solid finishing tools to guarantee long-lasting prints:
- Transfer Film: Premium Ryonet DTF Hot Peel Roll Film gives you clean releases, sharp line detail, and a soft hand-feel on finished garments.
- Powder and Curing Equipment: Pair your roll printer with a continuous shaker system like the DTF Station Miro-36 Shaker Supply Bundle to handle powdering and heat curing inline automatically.
Choosing the Right Epson DTF Printer for Your Shop
Choosing the right printer comes down to fixing your current production bottleneck and meeting your long-term shop goals:
- Pick the F2270: If you need a versatile desktop unit to handle custom short-run DTG garments and small DTF transfer orders without giving up dedicated floor space.
- Pick the G6070: If your shop is scaling up transfer output, printing 35-inch gang sheets, and needs automated roll-to-roll production.
- Pick the G9070: If you run an industrial facility or contract shop requiring a full 64-inch roll width to print continuous transfer sheets daily.
Ready to Upgrade Your Transfer Production?
Whether you need reliable bulk supplies or want to integrate high-speed Epson DTF printers into your shop workflow, our team is right here to guide you toward the best setup for your shop.