{"product_id":"fedar-fda3-dtf-printer","title":"Fedar FDA3 DTF Printer 13 Inch with RIP Software","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.desc-img{width:40%;}@media screen and (max-width:768px){.desc-img{width:100%!important;}.desc-img-rect{width:100%!important;}}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExplore Oven Options for a dtf printer with shaker\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady to produce apparel transfers without piecing together mismatched equipment? The \u003cstrong\u003efedar fda3 dtf printer\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you a 330 mm printing platform with pumped white ink circulation, automatic head care, Riin RIP software, and three configurations for matching your current production needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfigurations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose Printer Only ($3,295), Printer plus Shaker Oven ($4,495), or the Complete Kit with fume purifier ($4,800).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrint width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 330 mm (13\") using a genuine Epson F1080-A1 head with 1080 nozzles across 6 rows at 180 npi.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrint speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 pass, 1.2 m2\/h (about 12.9 sq ft\/hour), roughly 6.2 minutes per full A3.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite ink circulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A quiet peristaltic pump moves white ink through the supply lines instead of relying on tank stirring alone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated capping station with a moisturizing function plus automatic cleaning cycles protect the printhead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInk system:\u003c\/strong\u003e CMYK plus White in 300 ml bulk tanks, using aqueous pigment DTF ink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaker oven (in bundled configurations):\u003c\/strong\u003e A combined two in one unit applies powder and cures it in line, with no separate A3 oven needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFume purifier (Complete Kit only):\u003c\/strong\u003e A separate third device for source capture near the shaker oven, not a substitute for room ventilation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRIP software:\u003c\/strong\u003e Riin is included standard, with Maintop, CADlink (Fiery), and FlexiPRINT supported as optional upgrades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarter consumables:\u003c\/strong\u003e CMYKW 1kg ink set, one 13\" film roll, and 1kg fine powder included for setup and testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport and warranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 year limited warranty on hardware and boards, plus US based phone and email support through Impact USA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDOA window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Report arrival damage or defects within 7 days of delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBench and power needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plan a rigid bench near 7 ft x 3 ft for bundled configurations and confirm circuit requirements with a licensed electrician before install.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsumable cost estimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e About $0.83 per full A3 transfer and about $0.60 per square foot, based on listed pricing and researched usage assumptions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"desc-sep\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:1px;border:none;background:#d1d5db;margin:2rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat You Receive in a complete dtf printer kit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc-row\" style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:1.5rem;align-items:flex-start;margin:0 0 0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/0638\/7337\/files\/13-inch-dtf-printer-complete-kit-components.webp?v=1786402984\" alt=\"a3 dtf printer for small business kit contents: printer, shaker oven, purifier, and Riin RIP\" class=\"desc-img\" style=\"width:40%;display:block;height:auto;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"desc-col\" style=\"flex:1 1 260px;min-width:260px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Complete Kit configuration combines three separate devices for an inline DTF workflow:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFedar FDA3 printer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prints CMYK plus White on roll fed PET film.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombined powder shaker and oven:\u003c\/strong\u003e Applies powder by vibration, then melts and cures it in the heated section of the same chassis. No separate A3 oven is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFume purifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Captures fumes near the shaker oven. Its model number, airflow rating, filter stages, filter life, and replacement filter cost are not published.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRiin RIP software:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prepares artwork, processes color and white layers, and sends print jobs through the Hosonsoft software stack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarter consumables:\u003c\/strong\u003e CMYKW 1kg starter ink set, one 13\" film roll, and 1kg fine powder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSetup material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self installation manual and video instruction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage and help:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 year limited printer warranty plus US based phone and email support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fume purifier remains a \u003cstrong\u003ethird, separate device\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is not built into the printer or shaker oven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003chr class=\"desc-sep\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:1px;border:none;background:#d1d5db;margin:2rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePumped White Ink Circulation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/0638\/7337\/files\/dtf-printer-starter-bundle-peristaltic-pump-return-line-detail.webp?v=1786402966\" alt=\"Peristaltic pump and return tubing fitted inside the dtf printer with rip software package\" class=\"desc-img desc-img-rect\" style=\"width:57%;display:block;height:auto;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite DTF ink contains dense pigment that settles when left still. A quiet peristaltic pump moves white ink through the external supply path instead of relying only on tank stirring. Rollers compress the tubing, so the ink does not touch the pump mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy the mechanism matters:\u003c\/strong\u003e tank stirring mixes ink inside the container but leaves ink sitting in the supply line. Pumped circulation keeps the tank and lines moving, with reach into later parts of the ink path depending on the machine design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInk inside the printhead nozzle chambers can still remain stationary. Daily agitation, nozzle checks, capping station cleaning, and correct standby use remain necessary. The pump and its valves are serviceable wear parts after prolonged operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"desc-sep\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:1px;border:none;background:#d1d5db;margin:2rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCapping Station and Automatic Head Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/0638\/7337\/files\/fedar-fda3-dtf-printer-moisturizing-cap-and-vacuum-line-closeup.webp?v=1786402979\" alt=\"Sealed moisturizing cap and suction tubing protecting the head in the dtf printer with rip software\" class=\"desc-img desc-img-rect\" style=\"width:80%;display:block;height:auto;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn integrated capping station seals around the nozzle plate while the carriage is parked. Its moisturizing function maintains a humid space around the nozzles, helping slow evaporation of aqueous pigment ink. The suction path also supports automatic cleaning cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic cleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pulls ink through the nozzles, wipes the nozzle plate, and sends purged ink to the waste container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandby protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e The computer may be switched off, but the printer must remain powered in standby for scheduled cleaning to run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoutine care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean the cap and wiper with approved DTF cleaning solution and a lint free swab.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning limit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Run one or two cycles after a failed nozzle check, with three cycles as the maximum before inspecting the ink path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutomatic cycles consume ink. Budget for cleaning and purging rather than treating every kilogram as printable ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"desc-sep\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:1px;border:none;background:#d1d5db;margin:2rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e300 ml Bulk Ink Tanks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/0638\/7337\/files\/dtf-printer-with-shaker-cmykw-300ml-tank-array-and-waste-bottle.webp?v=1786402970\" alt=\"Side mounted CMYKW tank bank and waste container supplying an epson printhead dtf printer\" class=\"desc-img desc-img-rect\" style=\"width:80%;display:block;height:auto;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSide mounted \u003cstrong\u003e300 ml bulk tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e feed the CMYK plus White ink system. The visible tank bank makes ink levels easier to inspect before a run, while the separate waste container collects fluid from cleaning cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep every channel above \u003cstrong\u003e20% ink\u003c\/strong\u003e. Agitate white ink at the start of the day and again every 4 to 6 hours during continuous operation. Roll or invert the container end over end for 30 to 60 seconds rather than shaking it vigorously and introducing air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"desc-sep\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:1px;border:none;background:#d1d5db;margin:2rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOpen Film Path for Inspection and Cleaning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/0638\/7337\/files\/epson-printhead-dtf-printer-open-pet-film-path-and-pinch-rollers.webp?v=1786402975\" alt=\"Open platen and pinch roller area of the fedar fda3 dtf printer for film path checks and cleaning\" class=\"desc-img desc-img-rect\" style=\"width:57%;display:block;height:auto;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open layout exposes the PET film path, pinch rollers, perforated platen, and carriage area for inspection. It also makes nozzle observation and routine cleaning easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA silent linear guide rail supports smoother carriage movement and stable printing. Film curl, loose feeding, roll memory, or heavy ink coverage can lift PET film toward the nozzle plate. Secure the film, maintain the stated room conditions, and inspect the path for dust, adhesive, ink splatter, and powder residue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe printer accepts roll fed PET film with up to \u003cstrong\u003e100 m media feed and take up\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is compatible with hot peel and instant peel DTF films listed for this system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"desc-sep\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:1px;border:none;background:#d1d5db;margin:2rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing an a3 dtf printer for small business\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc-row\" style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:1.5rem;align-items:flex-start;margin:0 0 0.5rem;flex-direction:row-reverse;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/0638\/7337\/files\/complete-dtf-printer-kit-three-configuration-price-guide.webp?v=1792708432\" alt=\"13 inch dtf printer configuration guide comparing printer only, shaker oven, and full kit prices\" class=\"desc-img\" style=\"width:40%;display:block;height:auto;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"desc-col\" style=\"flex:1 1 260px;min-width:260px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree configurations let you purchase the equipment your shop needs now:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrinter Only at $3,295:\u003c\/strong\u003e Printer, Riin licence, CMYKW 1kg starter ink set, one 13\" film roll, 1kg fine powder, setup material, 1 year limited printer warranty, and US based support. Shaker oven, purifier, stand, and onsite installation are excluded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrinter plus Shaker Oven at $4,495:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds the combined two in one powder shaker and heated curing oven. Purifier, stand, and onsite installation are excluded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Kit at $4,800:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds the separate fume purifier. Printer stand, onsite installation and training, and the 120V to 220V step up converter are excluded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFedar's parent, Zhengzhou New Century Digital Technology Co., Ltd, is publicly listed on China's NEEQ exchange under ticker 874360. It holds the national “Specialized \u0026amp; Sophisticated Little Giant” designation, and its audited FY2025 report records 560 employees and R\u0026amp;D spending equal to 3.94% of revenue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the published \u003cstrong\u003e1.2 m2\/h in 8 pass\u003c\/strong\u003e, our calculation places machine output at roughly 59 to 79 decorated shirts during eight hours of uninterrupted printing. That is machine output, not finished shop output. Film changes, nozzle checks, powdering, pressing, cutting, and packing use time from the same day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA one person shop producing full size transfers will usually find the FDA3 comfortable around 20 to 30 pieces per day. Around 40 pieces uses more of the print window, while 60 pieces can occupy nearly all available printing time. Artwork size and film area matter more than piece count because small transfers can be nested across the roll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a weekly planning guide, below about 200 full size transfers the FDA3 remains comfortably matched to a small shop. Around 200 to 250 per week places it at working capacity, while sustained production above roughly 250 to 300 per week makes printing a business constraint. Its comfortable film volume ceiling is about \u003cstrong\u003e24 m2 per week\u003c\/strong\u003e, or roughly 105 m2 per month; above about 450 full size transfers per week is not practical on one machine in one shift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003chr class=\"desc-sep\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:1px;border:none;background:#d1d5db;margin:2rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSetting Up Inline Curing for a 13 inch dtf printer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc-row\" style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:1.5rem;align-items:flex-start;margin:0 0 0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/0638\/7337\/files\/complete-dtf-printer-kit-inline-shaker-oven-process.webp?v=1786402992\" alt=\"13 inch dtf printer workflow showing PET film powder application and heated inline curing\" class=\"desc-img\" style=\"width:40%;display:block;height:auto;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"desc-col\" style=\"flex:1 1 260px;min-width:260px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shaker is a \u003cstrong\u003eshaker oven\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a vibration only powder applicator. Film enters the unit, receives powder through vibration, and passes through a heated section that melts and cures the adhesive in line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe printer measures 720 x 390 x 320 mm, but the shaker oven needs more bench length. Published A3 shaker dryers run 35.7 to 47 inches long and weigh 36 kg or more. Our equipment layout calculation places the printer and shaker at roughly 64 to 75 inches end to end before adding film roll and output clearance. Plan near \u003cstrong\u003e7 ft x 3 ft\u003c\/strong\u003e for the production line, plus separate room for the purifier, heat press, supplies, and cooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a rigid bench rather than a folding table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave top access open for the head, dampers, and capping station.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan a two person lift for the printer, which is 42 kg gross.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipping is free within the contiguous US. Printer only packing may be a wooden crate measuring 860 x 450 x 460 mm at 30 kg net and 42 kg gross, or a carton measuring 890 x 470 x 410 mm at 30 kg net and 36 kg gross.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe printer draws \u003cstrong\u003e200W\u003c\/strong\u003e. The shaker oven is the larger electrical load, but its exact wattage and amperage are not published. Comparable A3 shaker ovens span 1.17 to 1.8 kW, which is category information rather than an FDA3 rating. The shaker oven is a resistive heating appliance that behaves electrically like a space heater, drawing close to its nameplate load while heating during a production run. Have a licensed electrician confirm circuit needs from the delivered equipment rating plates. Do not assume the full set can share a standard 15A circuit. A heat press should also be included in electrical planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor planning only, a 120V example using a 1.17 kW shaker, the 1.8A printer load, and an assumed 1.4A purifier load totals about 13.8A. That exceeds the 12A continuous load allowance of a 15A circuit but fits within the 16A allowance of a dedicated 20A circuit. Using a 15A shaker example raises the total to about 18.2A, exceeding the continuous load allowance of a 20A circuit and requiring the shaker on its own circuit. These are category based calculations, not ratings for the unidentified bundled shaker and purifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003chr class=\"desc-sep\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:1px;border:none;background:#d1d5db;margin:2rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConsumables and Service With This dtf printer starter bundle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc-row\" style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:1.5rem;align-items:flex-start;margin:0 0 0.5rem;flex-direction:row-reverse;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/0638\/7337\/files\/13-inch-dtf-printer-starter-consumables-pack.webp?v=1786402996\" alt=\"a3 dtf printer for small business starter supplies with CMYKW ink, 13 inch film, and powder\" class=\"desc-img\" style=\"width:40%;display:block;height:auto;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"desc-col\" style=\"flex:1 1 260px;min-width:260px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe starter package supplies the materials needed for initial setup and testing: \u003cstrong\u003eCMYKW 1kg ink, one 13\" film roll, and 1kg fine powder\u003c\/strong\u003e. Pigment DTF ink is aqueous and feeds through the bulk tank system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptional service choices include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOnsite installation and training:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 2 full days, $1,500 plus travel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemote technical support:\u003c\/strong\u003e $100\/hour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinancing:\u003c\/strong\u003e available through Affirm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepurchase consultation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact Us for a production estimate built around your intended artwork sizes and weekly order volume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur consumable calculation estimates about \u003cstrong\u003e$0.83 for a full A3 transfer\u003c\/strong\u003e, about \u003cstrong\u003e$0.68 for an 11\"x14\" adult front\u003c\/strong\u003e, and about \u003cstrong\u003e$0.60 per square foot\u003c\/strong\u003e. These calculations use listed ink, powder, and film prices plus researched consumption assumptions. They exclude labor, waste, misprints, purges, head replacement, maintenance, and equipment depreciation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePowder consumption is the model's largest sensitivity because published estimates vary widely; weighing a powder bag before and after 50 sheets provides a shop specific figure. Ink is purchased by weight but consumed by volume, and no ink density specification is published, so request the ink technical data sheet from Impact USA before treating the estimate as a measured production cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003chr class=\"desc-sep\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:1px;border:none;background:#d1d5db;margin:2rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGenuine Head Architecture in an epson printhead dtf printer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc-row\" style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:1.5rem;align-items:flex-start;margin:0 0 0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/0638\/7337\/files\/13-inch-dtf-printer-f1080-head-architecture-stats.webp?v=1786403001\" alt=\"complete dtf printer kit head graphic with 1,080 nozzles, six rows, 180 npi, and 8 pass speed\" class=\"desc-img\" style=\"width:40%;display:block;height:auto;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"desc-col\" style=\"flex:1 1 260px;min-width:260px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single genuine \u003cstrong\u003eEpson F1080-A1\u003c\/strong\u003e head carries 1080 nozzles across 6 rows at 180 npi. CMYK and White share the head, producing a rated \u003cstrong\u003e1.2 m2\/h in 8 pass\u003c\/strong\u003e, approximately 12.9 sq ft\/hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pass count matters because speed figures from different print modes cannot be compared without it. This published rate represents the higher quality 8 pass mode. No DPI figure is stated because the supplied documentation incorrectly places nozzle count in the resolution field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur print time calculation places a full A3 image at about \u003cstrong\u003e6.2 minutes in 8 pass\u003c\/strong\u003e. Actual jobs vary with artwork dimensions, nesting, maintenance interruptions, and film handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlan for printhead replacement as an ownership cost.\u003c\/strong\u003e Epson publishes no service life figure for this head in DTF use. Reseller estimates suggest 3 to 6 months in daily production, 6 to 12 months at lower volume with disciplined care, and as little as 2 to 3 months after neglected maintenance. Genuine or OEM replacement listings run roughly $280 to $499. A full replacement event can reach $400 to $700 or more in parts after adding dampers, cap, wiper, and ribbon cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace all dampers, the capping station, and the wiper when fitting a new head. Printheads and other ink contact parts are excluded from the printer warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003chr class=\"desc-sep\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:1px;border:none;background:#d1d5db;margin:2rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow This dtf printer with rip software Controls Production\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc-row\" style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:1.5rem;align-items:flex-start;margin:0 0 0.5rem;flex-direction:row-reverse;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/0638\/7337\/files\/complete-dtf-printer-kit-riin-rip-production-workflow.webp?v=1793106218\" alt=\"a3 dtf printer for small business software flow from Riin layout and nesting to printer control\" class=\"desc-img\" style=\"width:40%;display:block;height:auto;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"desc-col\" style=\"flex:1 1 260px;min-width:260px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRiin RIP\u003c\/strong\u003e is included and runs on Windows. It is published by Shenzhen Hosonsoft, the company behind the printer's Hoson mainboard software. The current Hosonsoft release is Riin 7.2, dated February 18, 2025, while Fedar's download portal lists the FDA3 build as “RIIN_V7.1.4.5_A3-2024-7-17_setup.” It handles layout, raster processing, color management, ICC import, ink limiting, print queues, and automatic nesting with a material saving arrangement mode. Its named tools include “Most saving material” automatic nesting, the Print Management Center task queue, Full Color Manager for ICC import and custom profiles, Linearization ink limiting, InkSaver, and Spot Color settings for white ink. A separate Hosonsoft printer manager handles head calibration, cleaning, and communication with the printer. That second application may be Hosonsoft PrintExp or a vendor branded version such as BetterPrinter, creating a two app workflow in which Riin controls layout, rasterizing, and color while the manager controls the hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep and repeat and matrix copy tools are limited to certain Riin editions, and the exact included edition is not published. Transparency handling, choke or spread controls, ink cost estimates, and the activation method are also unconfirmed. Choke, spread, trapping, and transparency or alpha channel handling are not documented in the official Riin manual. The manual confirms two possible licensing routes, a USB security dongle or an activation code bound to the software, but does not establish which method ships with this FDA3 package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupported optional RIP choices include \u003cstrong\u003eMaintop, CADlink Fiery, and FlexiPRINT\u003c\/strong\u003e. CADlink adds documented trapping, underbase controls, variable data production, and plugins for Illustrator, Photoshop, and CorelDRAW. FlexiPRINT is sold by subscription.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComputer requirements are Windows 7 or later, Intel i5\/i7, 4 GB RAM or more, a discrete GPU, and 100 GB or more free disk space. Accepted production files include JPG, TIF, PDF, and similar formats. Riin's confirmed imports include TIFF, PDF, EPS, and PSB, while confirmed exports include .rcf, .rcfx, PLT, PRN, and JPG.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003chr class=\"desc-sep\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:1px;border:none;background:#d1d5db;margin:2rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrint With Real Outside Air Exchange\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc-row\" style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:1.5rem;align-items:flex-start;margin:0 0 0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/0638\/7337\/files\/a3-dtf-printer-for-small-business-ventilation-airflow-disclosure.webp?v=1786403010\" alt=\"13 inch dtf printer air diagram showing source capture, indoor recirculation, and outside air exchange\" class=\"desc-img\" style=\"width:40%;display:block;height:auto;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"desc-col\" style=\"flex:1 1 260px;min-width:260px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrint in a well ventilated area.\u003c\/strong\u003e The included purifier captures fumes near the source and reduces what reaches the operator at the machine. It recirculates filtered air into the same room and does not duct contaminants outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA particle filter does not remove gases. The US EPA states that most filters are designed for either particles or gases, and that filtration does not replace pollutant control and ventilation. Gas capture requires suitable carbon media, which has finite adsorption life and can become saturated without an obvious visual warning. The included purifier's filter stages are not published.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalifornia's Air Resources Board warns that thin activated charcoal filters may reduce odors briefly without removing high VOC concentrations. OSHA guidance also treats recirculated filtered air as an alternative that needs monitoring and warning safeguards not found on desktop DTF purifiers. The TPU safety data cited for the powder calls for local exhaust ventilation at melting zones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished purifier information is sparse across the A3 category. In a review of nine A3 class units, only one published CFM, one stated a filter class with particle size, two published a replacement interval, and two published replacement filter pricing. A category vendor selling a documented 106 CFM three stage unit still states that additional room ventilation is highly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRun the shaker oven in a room with \u003cstrong\u003ereal outside air exchange\u003c\/strong\u003e. Duct outdoors when possible, follow the filter replacement schedule supplied with the unit, and treat the purifier as source capture rather than a replacement for room ventilation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003chr class=\"desc-sep\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:1px;border:none;background:#d1d5db;margin:2rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaintenance That Protects Your Investment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc-row\" style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:1.5rem;align-items:flex-start;margin:0 0 0.5rem;flex-direction:row-reverse;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/0638\/7337\/files\/13-inch-dtf-printer-daily-weekly-monthly-maintenance.webp?v=1786403013\" alt=\"a3 dtf printer for small business maintenance schedule covering daily, weekly, and monthly care\" class=\"desc-img\" style=\"width:40%;display:block;height:auto;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"desc-col\" style=\"flex:1 1 260px;min-width:260px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDTF printing rewards a short, consistent service routine. Automated features reduce risk, but they do not remove daily operator care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDaily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Agitate white ink, perform a nozzle check, clean the cap and wiper, inspect ink levels, and clear dust or powder from the film path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeekly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean the encoder strip with distilled water only, empty the waste tank at 75%, inspect lines for bubbles or discoloration, clean feed rollers, and run a diagnostic print.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonthly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inspect dampers, flush lines when needed, clean the head face in one direction, check belt tension and the white ink motor, back up profiles, and verify calibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse approved DTF cleaning solution on ink contact parts. \u003cstrong\u003eDo not use alcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e on DTF ink residue. Keep the printer within 15 to 30 C and 35 to 65% RH, with humidity monitoring recommended during dry seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor idle periods, print or run a nozzle check every 2 to 3 days. Partial clogs may appear after 3 to 4 days, with thicker ink and failed cleaning cycles possible around 7 days. Opened white ink inside the system may age within 2 to 4 weeks even when agitated correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003chr class=\"desc-sep\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:1px;border:none;background:#d1d5db;margin:2rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and Arrival Coverage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"desc-row\" style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:1.5rem;align-items:flex-start;margin:0 0 0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/0638\/7337\/files\/a3-dtf-printer-for-small-business-warranty-and-doa-coverage.webp?v=1786403018\" alt=\"complete dtf printer kit warranty graphic with one year coverage, exclusions, and seven day DOA window\" class=\"desc-img\" style=\"width:40%;display:block;height:auto;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"desc-col\" style=\"flex:1 1 260px;min-width:260px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe printer carries a \u003cstrong\u003e1 year limited warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e covering hardware and electronic boards. Eligible components receive service and replacement support during that period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrintheads are not covered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInk contact consumable parts are not covered, including captops, wipers, sponges, and pumps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamage or defects present on arrival must be reported within 7 days of delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproved returns must ship in the original packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutbound replacement shipping is covered after the defect is confirmed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003chr class=\"desc-sep\" style=\"display:block;width:100%;height:1px;border:none;background:#d1d5db;margin:2rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/0638\/7337\/files\/complete-dtf-printer-kit-essential-fda3-spec-badges.webp?v=1786403022\" alt=\"13 inch dtf printer spec badges for print width, nozzle layout, 8 pass speed, tanks, and power\" class=\"desc-img\" style=\"width:40%;display:block;height:auto;max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\u003ctable style=\"overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFEDAR FDA3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrinthead\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEpson F1080-A1, single head\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNozzle Architecture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1080 nozzles, 6 rows at 180 npi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrint Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e330 mm (13\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrint Colors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCMYK + White\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrint Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 pass, 1.2 m2\/h (approximately 12.9 sq ft\/hour)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrint Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 to 5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoll fed PET film\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Media Feed and Take Up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInk Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePigment DTF ink (aqueous), CMYK+W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInk System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBulk tanks with white ink circulation through a quiet peristaltic pump\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTank Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead Maintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAutomatic head cleaning and moisturizing function\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded RIP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRiin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRiin Version and Fedar Build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent Hosonsoft release: Riin 7.2; Fedar FDA3 download: RIIN_V7.1.4.5_A3-2024-7-17_setup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional Supported RIP Software\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintop, CADlink (Fiery), and FlexiPRINT\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComputer Requirements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindows 7 or later, Intel i5\/i7, 4 GB RAM or more, discrete GPU, 100 GB or more free disk space\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFile Formats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJPG, TIF, PDF, EPS, PSB, and similar; confirmed Riin exports include .rcf, .rcfx, PLT, PRN, and JPG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Environment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 to 30 C, 35 to 65% RH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMachine Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e720 x 390 x 320 mm (approx. 28.3\" x 15.4\" x 12.6\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42 kg gross (approx. 93 lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrinter Only Wooden Crate Packing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e860 x 450 x 460 mm; 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