05 Oct,2023
Printing is often overlooked by many businesses, but it’s one of the most influential ways that your organisation can attract customers quickly, promote your or your client’s work, and share information internally. But what is a flatbed large format printer?
Before getting into flatbed large format printers, we’ll focus on large format printers.
A large format printer (LFP) is a tool designed for oversized print jobs. They give businesses the ability to print large-scale items in-house rather than going through a third-party company. Printing in-house means businesses don’t have to rely on outsourcing print jobs, giving them complete control over their print quality, as well as ensuring consistent branding.
Additionally, using an LFP means constant access to printing capabilities, avoiding potential shipping delays and having to adhere to third-party operating hours. This makes urgent printing jobs and printing in large volumes achievable for businesses.
To be classified as a large print, a project should possess dimensions of at least 12 inches in width or height.
Now that we’ve delved into large format printers, let’s take a closer look at LFPs that cater to signage and décor.
The SureColor S-Series is a range of eco-solvent printers perfect for professionals specialising in sign printing. They are compatible with an enhanced range of media including the full range of paper, canvas, film and vinyl substrates. They produce images that are brighter, and more durable, and have a higher gloss level and gamut range than competitors.
The SureColor R-Series is a range of large format printers perfect for wallpapers, posters, signage and more! The R-Series printers use resin ink technology that offers instant lamination, minimises printing hassle, better colour accuracy and better colour consistency. The printers come with Epson Edge Print software for a productive workflow and a cutting-edge PrecisionCore print head for consistent, accurate output.
The SureColor V7000 is made to produce long-lasting images with exceptional color and color accuracy on a variety of substrates. The printer employs 8 colour + White + Varnish UV inks and has a 1.25 x 2.50m bed with multi-zone suction. The printer can print on a wide variety of materials, including board, core flute, vinyl, canvas, aluminum, wood, and acrylic . It is great for graphic art, POS/POP, packaging, decoration, and bespoke cabinetry with a media thickness of up to 80mm.
Koi fish wallpaper printed on Epson R-Series large format printer
A flatbed LFP is a type of large format printer that can print on a variety of rigid materials at a big scale.
The main benefit of a UV flatbed is the ability to print on rigid substrate, marking it the biggest difference between other roll-to-roll printers. Because UV flatbed LFPs can handle a variety of materials, they can print on many surfaces like metal, wood, glass, foam board, glass and more!
UV flatbed LFPs have high printing quality due to Epson printing technology, including head and 8col ink set. Additionally, the quality of the UV ink enhances the durability and longevity of a print.
With a UV flatbed LFP, companies can:
An adaptable printing tool that can print on a variety of materials is a UV flatbed printer. The primary benefit of a UV flatbed printer is the use of UV-curable ink, which cures rapidly when exposed to UV light and dries swiftly. The printer's range of potential uses is increased by the curing process, which enables printing on both flexible and rigid materials. A UV flatbed printer may print on a variety of materials, including:
Sheets of acrylic, which are frequently used for signage, exhibitions, and decorative items, can be printed using high-quality UV flatbed printers.
Printing on a variety of plastic materials, including PVC, PET, and polycarbonate, produces great results.
UV flatbed printers can print on a variety of wood kinds, creating opportunities for customized wooden goods and aesthetic uses.
Using printing to decorate glass enables the creation of custom glass panels, windows, and creative glasswork.
Epson’s V7000 Flatbed LFP is a reliable solution that's perfect for printing outstanding outdoor and indoor signage, promotional goods, and more. We have combined precision imaging and print head technology with UltraChrome UV ink to build an innovative printer that delivers durable end products and ensures worry-free project completion. The signage and printing industry is competitive, meaning you need the best possible technology. Epson’s large format printers allow businesses to accomplish tasks in less time and with better results.
The Epson V7000 features 8-colour + White + Varnish UltraChrome UV Ink , a wide color gamut, improved gradation, exceptional brightness, fast drying, and sharp resolution. With this wide range of available color options, companies will receive the same crystal-clear image quality on their finished product as they view on the computer before printing — resulting in less frustration and surprise over finished products.
While competing LFPs use heat to form droplets, Epson employs a patented MicroPiezo operation that exposes the ink to less stress and provides more precise timing and control.
You can bind, fold, or package the print without waiting for it to dry since the UV light utilized in the printer's manufacturing process enables the ink to polymerize and dry virtually quickly. This allows projects to move from the printer to their end destination faster and more. Additionally, Epson offers one of the fastest print speeds for this class of UV flatbed printers up to 43.1m2 per hour.
A UV flatbed large format printer like Epson’s V7000 is an incredible tool that enables businesses to produce high-quality images on a wide range of substrates. This gives them greater control, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness regarding their production.
If you’re ready to take your printing capabilities to the next level, then download our eBook on flatbed large format printers, or you can visit our website to explore our full range of Epson’s printing solutions.Happy printing!
