UNINET DTF 14 in Automated Powder Application and Curing Machine 120v

UNINET DTF 14"" Automated Powder Application and Curing Machine (120V)

Stop wasting time and materials on manual DTF powder application. The UNINET DTF 14"" Automated Powder Application and Curing Machine streamlines your Direct-to-Film workflow, transforming loose powder handling and inconsistent curing into a single, reliable, and efficient automated process. Designed for professional-grade production, this machine ensures consistent quality, maximizes powder usage through recycling, and significantly boosts your daily throughput for a competitive edge in custom apparel and merchandise.

Key Features

• Automated Powdering & Shaking: Precisely dispenses DTF adhesive powder and automatically removes excess, ensuring an even application without manual effort.
• Integrated Curing Tunnel: Cures the adhesive quickly and consistently as the film passes through, setting the image perfectly for transfer.
• 14-Inch Capacity: Accommodates DTF film rolls up to 14 inches wide, making it a perfect complement to many popular roll-to-roll DTF printers.
• Powder Recycling System: Excess powder is collected and made reusable, minimizing waste and reducing overall operational costs.
• Synchronized Take-Up Roller: Includes a film sensor that automatically starts and stops the take-up roller for smooth, synchronized, and stable operation with your roll-fed printer.
• Built-in Exhaust Port: Features a port for easy attachment of a fume extraction system (sold separately), ensuring a safer working environment.

Why It Matters

In high-volume DTF printing, consistency and speed are critical. This automated machine replaces the messy, inconsistent manual process of applying powder and the risk of unevenly cured transfers. By integrating this system, you achieve faster production cycles and higher quality finished products. The automated powder recycling directly lowers material costs, while the precise curing ensures maximum wash durability for every transfer you produce, enhancing customer satisfaction and minimizing re-dos. It's an essential investment for scaling your business and maintaining professional consistency.

Specs & Compatibility

• Input Voltage: 120V
• Max Film Width: 14 inches
• Weight: Approximately 180 lbs (81.6 kg)
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 33.4"" x 25.5"" x 23.6"" (85cm x 65cm x 60cm)
• Film Handling: Integrated film tension bar and take-up system for stable roll movement.
• Compatibility: Designed for in-line use with any roll-fed Direct-to-Film (DTF) printer with compatible roll capacity (e.g., UNINET DTF 1000).

Who This Is For

This automated powder application and curing system is an ideal solution for:

• Growing Print Shops: Businesses looking to move beyond desktop DTF setups into reliable, medium-volume roll-to-roll production.
• Custom Apparel Manufacturers: Anyone needing consistent, high-quality DTF transfers for t-shirts, hoodies, hats, and other textile products.
• DTF Service Bureaus: Operations focused on production efficiency, where maximizing output and minimizing powder waste is paramount.
• Users of Roll-Fed DTF Printers: Those currently using manual curing processes and seeking a professional, integrated upgrade to boost speed and transfer durability.

How to Use

The UNINET DTF 14"" machine is designed for seamless integration:

1. Placement: Position the machine directly after your roll-fed DTF printer.
2. Threading: Feed the freshly printed DTF film (wet ink side up) from the printer output into the machine's powdering section.
3. Setup: Pour the DTF adhesive powder into the designated reservoir.
4. Operation: The system automatically applies the powder and shakes off the excess. The film then moves through the precision-heated curing tunnel, fully melting and setting the adhesive.
5. Collection: The integrated take-up roller automatically winds the cured, ready-to-press transfers onto a roll, making them easy to store or move to your heat press station.

Note: Optimal performance requires a humidity environment of over 50% to prevent film buckling and ink clogs. Fume extraction is highly recommended during the curing process.