Meet the Icolor UNINET DTF Xpress Printer That Prints Clean and Runs Itself
Tired of fighting clogged white-ink nozzles, printhead strikes, and endless manual maintenance? This 17-inch DTF machine was built to take those headaches off your plate. With its automatic wet-cap mechanism, industrial Ricoh printheads, and self-managing feed system, you get sharp transfers and a workflow that keeps moving so you can focus on filling orders instead of babysitting a printer.
- Print size: Handles media up to 17 inches wide for a range of transfer sizes.
- Print speed: Produces up to 42 linear ft (60 sq ft) per hour at 600 x 600 dpi.
- Printheads: Uses industrial Ricoh piezo heads across 4 color and 2 white channels for long service life.
- Nozzle care: Patented automatic wet-cap mechanism prevents white ink clogs with minimal maintenance.
- Drying system: Independently controlled 4-zone heaters keep color and white layers distinct.
- Media handling: Dual front and back roller feeding keeps film flat and reduces printhead strikes.
- Safety monitoring: Built-in system tracks temperature, humidity, and mechanical performance, pausing automatically if issues arise.
- Workflow automation: Automatic inline cutter and motorized unwinder minimize manual handling.
- Controls: Adjustable 7-inch touchscreen shows ink levels, file status, and print progress at a glance.
- Connectivity: Supports Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and USB, with 32GB storage for reprints without a PC.
- Cloud updates: Free 24/7 cloud connection delivers software updates and daily status reports.
- Alerts: Status LED and alarm signal when attention or urgent action is needed.
- Design: Compact enough to fit through a 32-inch doorway, with a two-piece build and wheeled storage cart.
- Included bundle: Comes with RIP software, live onboarding, CMYKW ink cartridges, transfer film, transfer powder, and a starter cleaning kit.
- Warranty: Backed by a 2 year warranty with dedicated technical support.
- Safety note: Requires a well-ventilated commercial space with proper PPE due to TPU adhesive powder handling.
Industrial Ricoh Printheads Built for the Long Haul
At the heart of this machine sit premium Ricoh industrial-grade printheads arranged across 4 color channels and 2 white channels. The exclusive Bulk Piston Piezo Technology pushes ink with better consistency and a longer service life than the film-type piezo heads found on many other machines. The top lid raises fully to expose the internal print head assembly and heater bed, giving you clear access for inspection and maintenance.
- Head type: Piezo-electric drop-on-demand
- Configuration: Color 4 channels, White 2 channels
- Resolution: up to 1,200 x 1,200 dpi
- Extended durability for high-volume commercial printing
Patented Wet-Cap Mechanism Keeps Nozzles Clog-Free
White ink is notorious for drying and clogging, which is exactly the problem this printer solves. The patented automatic wet-cap mechanism keeps your nozzles healthy with every print, so you spend less time cleaning and more time producing. It delivers the lowest maintenance in the industry for any DTF machine, giving you smooth, worry-free operation day after day.
Fast, Dry, and Precise Printing on Every Job
Speed means nothing if your prints smear, so this machine pairs quick output with an independently controlled 4-zone heater system. Each zone dries rapidly to keep every color and white-ink layer distinct, no matter the ink volume.
- Up to 42 linear ft (60 sq ft) per hour at 600 x 600 dpi
- 27 linear ft per hour at 600 x 1200 dpi
- 13 linear ft per hour at 1200 x 1200 dpi
- Precisely engineered drying across four independent zones
Dual Feeding and Safety Systems That Protect Your Investment
A printhead strike is frustrating and expensive, and this printer works hard to prevent one. The dual feeding system uses both front and back rollers to keep media perfectly flat and under consistent tension.
- Headstrike prevention with input and output guides that keep film straight
- Vacuum-enhanced print area for better ink adhesion and no film buckling
- Integrated safety system monitors temperature, humidity, and electrical and mechanical performance
- Automatically pauses or stops the machine if any irregularity is detected
Automatic Cutter and Motorized Unwinder for Hands-Free Output
Stop trimming every print by hand. The automatic inline cutter trims at the end of each page or when the job finishes, keeping your workflow fast and tidy. The motorized unwinder makes loading and unloading simple, with smart sensors that detect low media levels and sync with the feeding system to prevent waste.
Smart Controls, Cloud Connectivity, and Environment Monitoring
Running the machine is refreshingly simple thanks to an adjustable 7-inch touchscreen that lets you check ink levels, part status, stored files, and print progress at a glance.
- 24/7 cloud connectivity downloads software updates and uploads daily status reports, free with your machine
- Print via Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or USB memory stick
- 32GB built-in storage lets you reprint previous jobs without a PC connection
- Status LED light and alarm that turns on when attention is needed and blinks red with a sound when action is urgent
- Six independent temperature and humidity sensors that auto-adjust jetting and drying settings for your room conditions
Compact Modular Design on the Icolorprint UNINET DTF Xpress 17 in Printer
Tight on space? The compact build fits through a 32-inch doorway, so getting it into your shop is easy. The design splits into two pieces: the upper print unit and a wheeled storage cart that forms the bottom half, so you can roll it wherever you need it and keep supplies close at hand.
Everything Included With the Icolorprint UNINET DTF Xpress 8 Head Printer
This is a complete printing system ready to put to work right out of the box. Your purchase includes:
- Advanced RIP Software that runs on a normal network / router setup
- Virtual onboarding with a live tech
- 200ml ink cartridges in CMYKW plus Cleaning
- Transfer powder
- Transfer film roll, 17" x 328 ft
- Starter bundle with cleaning liquid, foam applicators, lint-free wipes, and grease
- Storage cart with wheels (bottom half of the printer)
- 2 year warranty with world-class service and support
Reliable backup keeps your operation running, and our experienced technical team provides top-tier coverage on both the machine and its consumables. Documentation is available too, including the UNINET DTF Xpress User Manual and the UNINET DTF Xpress Brochure. Contact Us for any questions about your order or support needs.
Compatible Ink Cartridges
Keep your machine stocked with genuine 200ml UNINET DTF Xpress ink cartridges:
- Black (Part #XPRESSINKBK200)
- Cyan (Part #XPRESSINKCY200)
- Magenta (Part #XPRESSINKMG200)
- Yellow (Part #XPRESSINKYL200)
- White (Part #XPRESSINKWH200)
- Cleaner (Part #XPRESSINKCLEAN200)
Important Safety Information
Always work in a well-ventilated area and use protective equipment when handling DTF products and processes. We highly recommend a fume extractor to handle fumes caused by TPU adhesive powder curing. Wear PPE such as a full body covering, a respirator or N95 mask, goggles, and gloves to protect against airborne TPU adhesive powder before curing, since inhalation may be hazardous to your health.
- DTF equipment is intended for use in a commercial environment, not a residential or in-home setting
- DTF inks and film require a good humidity environment; over 50% humidity is highly recommended to minimize ink clogs and film buckling
- Use of all DTF equipment, chemicals, powders, inks, and accessories is at the sole risk of the user
Product Specs
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Technology | Inkjet System |
| Head Type | Piezo-electric drop on demand print head |
| Number of Print Heads | Color - 4 channels, White - 2 channels |
| Resolution | 1,200 x 1,200 dpi (Maximum) |
| Media Width | Up to 17" wide |
| Print Speed | 42 Linear ft (60 Sq ft) / hour at 600 x 600 dpi; 27 Linear ft / hour at 600 x 1200 dpi; 13 Linear ft / hour at 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Min / Max Print Length | Roll to Roll 1 in - 38 in; Integrated Shaker 9 in - 20 in |
| Power Supply | 110 volts |
| Power Consumption | Standby 100w; Max (operation) 570w |
| Connectivity | Ethernet, USB Memory (Type A), and Wi-Fi |
| Built-in Storage | 32GB |
| Touchscreen | Adjustable 7-inch |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| UNINET Part # | ICPDTFXPRESS |
