Product Overview
Build a more efficient direct-to-film production workflow with the UNINET DTF Xpress 17" Auto Maintenance DTF Printer with Horizontal Shaker Bundle. Combining the advanced DTF Xpress printer with a separate horizontal powdering and curing system, this bundle is designed for apparel decorators and commercial print shops looking to automate key stages of DTF transfer production.
Featuring industrial Ricoh printhead technology, patented automatic wet-cap maintenance, intelligent environmental monitoring, and a four-zone heating system, the DTF Xpress delivers professional printing capabilities with reduced routine maintenance requirements. The included Horizontal Shaker automates adhesive powder application and curing, helping streamline the process of producing transfers for custom apparel and accessories.
The bundle also includes UNINET ProRIP software, starter inks, DTF transfer powder, transfer film, maintenance supplies, and virtual onboarding to help get your business started.
The UNINET DTF Xpress is designed to address one of the biggest challenges in direct-to-film printing: maintaining consistent printhead performance, particularly when working with white ink.
Its patented automatic wet-cap mechanism helps maintain nozzle health between printing operations, reducing the risk of ink clogs and minimizing routine operator intervention.
Combined with automated maintenance functions and a sealed ink system, this technology helps reduce production interruptions and supports dependable printing performance.
Regular inspection, appropriate environmental conditions, and manufacturer-recommended maintenance remain important for long-term reliability.
The DTF Xpress uses industrial-grade Ricoh piezoelectric printhead technology designed for professional CMYK and white ink transfer printing.
Its printhead system supports detailed graphics, consistent ink delivery, and white ink underbases for decorating a wide range of apparel products.
With a maximum print resolution of 1200 x 1200 dpi and production speeds of up to 42 linear feet per hour, the DTF Xpress provides the performance needed for commercial transfer printing and growing apparel decoration businesses.
The included UNINET Horizontal Shaker automates two essential steps in DTF production: adhesive powder application and heat curing.
After graphics are printed onto DTF transfer film, the horizontal shaker applies adhesive powder and cures the printed transfers, reducing the need to perform these steps manually.
This separate equipment configuration allows operators to establish a dedicated powdering and curing stage alongside the printer, supporting an organized commercial production workflow.
Automating these finishing processes helps reduce material handling and allows operators to focus more time on printing, order preparation, and garment decoration.
The DTF Xpress incorporates four independently controlled heating zones to manage transfer film drying throughout the printing process.
Maintaining appropriate drying conditions helps preserve separation between color and white ink layers while supporting consistent print quality across different artwork and ink coverage requirements.
Independent heating controls give operators additional flexibility when optimizing printing conditions for commercial production.
Environmental conditions can have a significant impact on DTF printing performance. The DTF Xpress features six independent temperature and humidity sensors that continuously monitor printing conditions.
The printer uses this information to help optimize ink jetting and drying performance, while integrated safety monitoring can pause or stop operation when certain irregularities are detected.
UNINET recommends maintaining a controlled commercial production environment, with humidity above 50% highly recommended to help minimize ink clogging and film buckling.
The DTF Xpress incorporates a dual film-feeding mechanism with front and rear rollers designed to maintain consistent media tension and keep transfer film flat during printing.
This system helps reduce the risk of printhead strikes and film handling issues that can interrupt production.
An automated motorized unwinder synchronizes with the printer's feeding system to simplify roll loading and support consistent film movement.
An adjustable 7-inch touchscreen provides convenient access to printer settings, ink levels, equipment status, and job information.
The printer also supports Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and USB memory connectivity, along with 32GB of internal storage for managing previously printed jobs.
Cloud connectivity supports software updates and remote diagnostic capabilities through UNINET's service platform.
This bundle includes UNINET ProRIP software for preparing and managing direct-to-film print jobs.
ProRIP supports the CMYK and white ink printing workflow required for producing professional DTF transfers.
Combined with the printer's automated maintenance and the Horizontal Shaker's powdering and curing capabilities, the included software helps create a coordinated commercial transfer production system.
The UNINET DTF Xpress Horizontal Shaker Bundle includes the following equipment, software, and starter supplies:
A compatible computer, heat press, suitable ventilation, and commercial production workspace are required separately.
DTF printing involves specialty inks, adhesive powders, and heated curing processes. UNINET recommends operating DTF equipment in a properly ventilated commercial environment and using appropriate personal protective equipment when handling uncured TPU adhesive powder.
Suitable fume extraction and ventilation should be provided for the Horizontal Shaker curing process according to the manufacturer's requirements.
UNINET does not recommend operating DTF equipment in residential or in-home environments.
The UNINET DTF Xpress 17" Auto Maintenance DTF Printer with Horizontal Shaker Bundle combines advanced printhead maintenance technology with automated adhesive powdering and curing.
Its industrial printhead technology, four-zone heating, intelligent environmental monitoring, and automated film handling support professional printing, while the separate Horizontal Shaker helps simplify transfer finishing.
For apparel decorators looking to expand production capabilities while reducing manual processing, this bundle offers a practical combination of printing automation, finishing equipment, and starter supplies.
USCutter offers professional DTF printing equipment, transfer supplies, heat presses, and apparel decorating solutions for commercial print shops and growing businesses. Find the equipment and consumables needed to build an efficient direct-to-film production workflow.
PLEASE NOTE: You must be able to receive a small freight shipment. In most cases, this printer can be delivered via a lift-gate. However, it's the buyers responsibility to determine if they can receive the shipment via lift-gate before purchase. Buyer assumes all responsibility for delivery and delivery costs, additional services, handling fees, equipment rentals, or any additional costs associated with transport of the cargo (to include re-routing, inside delivery, or returns).
If you have any questions, please contact your USCutter Sales Rep at (425) 481-3555