RICOH Ri 2000
The perfect digital textile printer for businesses looking to expand and ramp up production of new and improved product lines of beautifully printed, long-lasting garments. Hybrid printing for DTG and DTF.
The ultimate DTG/DTF printer to
help you grow your bottom line
Optimized for profitability
Automate your workflow, optimize your inventory, and deliver superior products with automated quality control and standardized color output across your network of DTG printers.
Higher productivity
Nearly 3 times faster than previous models. Print full-color graphics in under 10 seconds and with walk-up readiness and quick-change platens, print on virtually any garment in seconds.
One-stop DTG/DTF shop
Ricoh is there for you at every step. Get dedicated support, onsite training, and any accessories you need like platens, pretreatment, and heat presses to achieve ROI quickly.
Built for higher performance and value
With incredibly fast print speeds, easy operation, simplified maintenance,
and advanced software solutions, the RICOH Ri 2000 saves time and money,
enabling you to focus on growing your business.
High-performance print heads
The Ricoh Ri 2000 is equipped with the leading genuine Ricoh print heads designed for speed, precision, and durability. The result is gorgeous, high-resolution print quality with minimal maintenance.
High-performance print heads
The Ricoh Ri 2000 is equipped with the leading genuine Ricoh print heads designed for speed, precision, and durability. The result is gorgeous, high-resolution print quality with minimal maintenance.
Dual carriages for
simultaneous white
Achieve top speeds with single-pass printing. One set of heads lays down your white underbase followed immediately by the second set that deposits your color layer.
Dual carriages for
simultaneous white
Achieve top speeds with single-pass printing. One set of heads lays down your white underbase followed immediately by the second set that deposits your color layer.
Intuitive touchscreen with
smart alerts
Equipped with a large, full-color 7” touchscreen display with upgraded graphical interface, intuitive controls, and a built-in Interactive Operation Guide that provides smart alerts and maintenance reminders.
Intuitive touchscreen with
smart alerts
Equipped with a large, full-color 7” touchscreen display with upgraded graphical interface, intuitive controls, and a built-in Interactive Operation Guide that provides smart alerts and maintenance reminders.
Automatic head cleaning jig
No more manual head cleaning. Replace your swabs and wipes, simply attach the cleaning jig, add cleaning solution, and let the printer do the rest of the work for you.
Automatic head cleaning jig
No more manual head cleaning. Replace your swabs and wipes, simply attach the cleaning jig, add cleaning solution, and let the printer do the rest of the work for you.
Quick-change magnetic platens
Changing magnetic platens is a snap. Easily swap to different platen styles and sizes, up to an extra-large 16" x 19.6". The ultimate apparel versatility with virtually no downtime between setups.
Quick-change magnetic platens
Changing magnetic platens is a snap. Easily swap to different platen styles and sizes, up to an extra-large 16" x 19.6". The ultimate apparel versatility with virtually no downtime between setups.
Automatic table height setting
Easily switch between substrates of varying thickness up to 1.2". Laser-assisted table height adjustment speeds up your workflow, helping foolproof your prints by positioning your table with precision.
Automatic table height setting
Easily switch between substrates of varying thickness up to 1.2". Laser-assisted table height adjustment speeds up your workflow, helping foolproof your prints by positioning your table with precision.
Built according to Ricoh’s world-class standards of engineering and design, the RICOH Ri 2000 delivers uncompromisingly high performance, innovative features, and unrivaled value.
Design
If you can design it, you can print it. Create your graphic using your favorite design software, such as Photoshop, Illustrator, or CorelDRAW. If you prefer, you also can print graphics accepted from customers or other designers as long as they submit the image in PNG, JPG, or TIFF formats.
Once you have your image, prepare for print using the included ColorGATE software. Ricoh’s RIP software options help you get the perfect print by allowing you to position and fine-tune the image for the specific garment style and color.
Whether you are printing on light garments or dark garments, an adult-size t-shirt or extra-small infant onesie, the RICOH Ri 2000 creates gorgeous, eye-popping prints quickly. Our water-based inks are not only environmentally friendly and cost effective, but they also allow you to print on both natural fabrics and synthetic blends like 100% light poly.
When you’re ready, simply load your garment and send your file directly to the printer or to a USB drive for convenient printing.
Cure
Once your print is complete, it is essential to cure the ink into the fabric to ensure a long-lasting printed garment that is easy to clean in a regular washing machine, less likely to fade, feels soft, and resists cracking when stretched. Cure your printed garment using a heat press or tunnel dryer.
RICOH Ri 2000 a DTG & DTF machine in ONE
While DTG printing produces high-quality full size prints with brilliant colors and an incredibly soft hand feel, DTF printing definitely has some benefits that make it the perfect addition for your garment printing business.
Design
Once you have your image, prepare for print using the included ColorGATE software. Ricoh’s RIP software options help you get the perfect print by allowing you to position and fine-tune the image for the specific garment style and color.
And for DTF the only thing you have to change here is the layering order into C -> W, reduce the white amount and mirror your motif.
GOOD TO KNOW
DTF requires less white ink – about 40% white versus 200% white for DTG printing. White ink tends to be the most expensive since more of it is used, so reducing the amount of white ink used for your prints can be quite a money saver.
Place a DTF film on the printer and set the distance between the plate and the print head as small as possible. Now you can start the printing process.
During subsequent printing, the CMYK colors are applied first, followed immediately by a white top layer.
TIP: In the case of smaller motifs, of course, several graphics can also be printed on one film (e.g. to save space using the container function) and later cut out individually and transferred to the fabric.
Powdering
The wet ink must be powdered with a hotmelt adhesive.
There are several ways to do this. For beginners, it is enough to do this manually. Sprinkle the powder evenly on the motif and then shake the film gently to remove excess powder.
TIP: The excess powder can be reused without any problems.
Cure
Once your print is complete and powdered with adhesive glue, it has to be cured in an oven or under a heat press by hovering. Curing time and temperature will vary depending on the adhesive, film and ink.
Easy Application
The transfers are now ready to be pressed onto the chosen product. With DTF you can place your design on hard-to-reach or awkward surfaces and have a wide variety of materials like cotton, nylon, treated leather, polyester, 50/50 blends.
TIP: You can also prepare the transfers and store them for up to 6 months.
Getting a perfect print on the garment of your choice is easy with the help of Ricoh’s RIP software. Use ColorGATE Productionserver, included with your RICOH Ri 1000 or RICOH Ri 2000 digital textile printer, for advanced functionality and vibrant, accurate colors. The optional Spark Design Software allows you to personalize your graphics.
ColorGATE
Enjoy industry-leading color management technology with ColorGATE RIP Software.
Vibrant
Enjoy bright, rich color and achieve retail-quality prints that pop! ColorGATE makes it easy to create custom apparel that your customers will love.
Fast
Spend less time ripping and more time printing. ColorGATE delivers faster processing time for converting your images into printable files.
ColorGATE System Requirements
SPECS | ColorGATE Minimum requirements |
|---|---|
Recommended Graphics Application | PhotoShop/Illustrator/CorelDraw/Action Illustrated |
Compatible File Formats | TIFF, PNG, JPG, PDF, PSD, AI, BMP |
Required Operating System | Microsoft Windows 8.1 (Pro, Enterprise), Microsoft Windows 10 (Pro, Enterprise), Microsoft Windows Server 2012, Microsoft Windows Server 2016, Microsoft Windows Server 2019, Apple macOS with Parallels Desktop |
Installation & Operation | USB port for hardware dongle required; LAN adapter, TCP/IP for network access required, software-based licenses require internet access (the software must connect to license server approximately once per day) |
Interfaces | Ethernet, TCP/IP, USB, FireWire |
CPU | Intel Core i3-2100 / Athlon II X2 340 |
RAM | 4GB |
Free Disk Space | 120 GB |
Built according to Ricoh’s world-class standards of engineering and design, the RICOH Ri 2000 delivers uncompromisingly high performance, innovative features, and unrivaled value.
Feature | RICOH Ri 2000
|
|---|---|
Print Head Technology | Ricoh piezo-electric drop-on-demand inkjet |
Ink Chambers/Nozzles per Chamber | 8 Ricoh print heads 16 channels / 192 nozzles per channel |
Printable Area | Up to 40,6 cm x 49,8 cm with optional large platen |
Typical Print Speeds (10″ x 8″ graphic, LIGHT garment) | Super Speed: 9 seconds Speed: 15 seconds Fine: 28 seconds Super Fine: 58 seconds |
Typical Print Speeds (10″ x 8″ graphic, DARK garment) | Super Speed: 54 seconds Speed: 60 seconds Fine: 74 seconds Super Fine: 97 seconds |
Resolution Settings | Superfine: 1200×1200 dpi / 8 pass Fine: 600×600 dpi / 4 pass Speed: 600×600 dpi / 2 pass Super Speed: 600×300 dpi / 1 pass |
Ink Delivery System | Advanced closed-loop delivery system; Auto ink circulation system for white channels |
Printable Substrates | 100% cotton and high-cotton blends; 100% light poly, up to 50/50 dark poly, wood and canvas. Hats, shoes and other extended media options coming soon |
Table Height Adjustment | Automatic table height adjustment up to 30 mm thick |
Maintenance Features | Precise ink monitoring, auto ink maintenance system, head cleaning jig, power purge system to help fill and remove ink from system |
Operating Environment | 15 C to 32 C, Humidity 45-80% RH, non-condensing humidifier recommended |
Dimensions | 52 cm H x 166 cm L x 86 cm W |
Weight | 140 kg |
Curing Temperatures and Times – Heat Press (conveyor times vary) | 165 C, 90 seconds |
Standard Table | Medium (Included) 32,0 x 45,7 cm |
Optional Platens | Large : 40,6 x 49,8 cm Small: 26,6 x 33,0 cm More options available soon. |
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Texgraff is a division of Multisystem Technology based in U.A.E, for Garment Decoration, Textile Printing and Sublimation solutions. We specialize in sales, marketing, support and wholesale distribution of premium computer graphics technologies to reseller channels throughout the Middle East and Africa.
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