RICOH Ri 4000 DTG Printer
RICOH Ri 4000 DTG Printer
Our most advanced Digital Textile Printer prints directly on garments (DTG) or transferable films (DTF) for ultimate flexibility. RICOH Ri 4000 prints on a wider range of materials than ever before, including 100% polyester and 100% cotton. Eliminates the need for manual pretreatment with our automated Enhancer system.
A new era of speed and efficiency for more profitable printing businesses
Built-in Pretreatment
From built-in pretreatment, and newly formulated inks, to automated maintenance, streamline your workflow, save costs on all consumables, and optimize your inventory.
Higher productivity/Faster ROI
Get from design to print in record time. Print full-color graphics in under 92 seconds, which includes automatic pretreatment, saving you significant time with fewer manual errors.
One-stop DTG/DTF shop
Whether you’re new to DTG/DTF or an expert, get dedicated support, onsite training, and any accessories you need like platens, pretreatment, and heat presses to start selling quickly. Game-changing quality, efficiency, and versatility
Game-changing quality, efficiency, and versatility
We’ve taken DTG/DTF printing to the next level with the RICOH Ri 4000. With higher image quality, and end-to-end automation like pretreatmentt and maintenance, the Ri 4000 easily outclasses its competitors.
Quick-change dressable platens
Changing magnetic platens is a snap. Easily swap among a wide variety of platens for maximum versatility. Print up to 16” x 19.6”
High-performance print heads
The RICOH Ri 4000 is equipped with the leading genuine RICOH piezo-electric drop-on-demand print heads designed for speed, precision, and durability.
High-efficiency dual carriages
The first carriage lays down the newly developed Enhancer followed by the second carriage with the white and color layer.
Auto platen height adjustments
Easily switch between substrates and let the Ri 4000 auto optimize the platen height for the best prints. Automatic, laser-assisted height adjustment speeds up production and foolproofs prints by positioning your platen with precision.
7" touchscreen with smart alerts
Large 7″ touchscreen delivers a vibrant, full-color display with upgraded graphical interface, intuitive controls, and advanced technologies. Includes an operation guide that provides smart alerts and maintenance reminders.
New enhancer and ink formulas
Equipped with 4 cartridges of enhancers, 4 CMYK, and 2 white. Ri 4000’s inks are safe, long-lasting, and vibrant, with superior color performance even on 100% polyester. Save ink, time, and cost by optimizing your inventory.
Built for Productivity
Print garments with our fastest production and delivery times
- Prints extremely fast. Full-color 10” x 8” graphics on light garments in less than 92 seconds (includes our time-saving automatic pretreatment process).
- Less downtime between garments. Swap and load garments in seconds and with greater accuracy using our easy dressable platens. No tools required.
Built for Quality
Print more vibrant, longer lasting garments, including in-demand polyester sportswear
- Faithfully reproduce your design in vibrant colors and fine details thanks to Ricoh’s unique dual cartridge print heads that optimize the position and size of ink droplets, and white and color layer coverage.
- Prints super high-resolution, up to 1200 x 1200 dpi, without significant drop in speed (under 123 seconds for full-color 10” x 8” graphic including pretreatment).
- Get amazingly accurate color management with the included ColorGATE RIP and process even the largest design files faster than ever.
Built for Cost Savings
Automations that make maintenance and operating profitably easy
- Eliminate time setting garments. Sensors detect the thickness of every fabric, automatically adjusting table height, giving you perfect prints every time.
- Significantly reduce maintenance times with intelligent auto cleaning, white ink agitation systems, and continuous monitoring of ink supply and air levels.
- Set prices more accurately. Automatically calculate ink costs and consumption to see the amount of ink required and ink cost per garment.
| FEATURE | RICOH RI 4000 |
|---|---|
| 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) | Speed mode: 92 seconds Fine mode (standard): 123 seconds Super Fine mode: 187 seconds (CMYK, 254 x 203mm) |
| Typical Print Speeds (10″ x 8″ graphic, DARK garment) | Speed mode: 221 seconds Fine mode (standard): 252 seconds Super Fine mode: 306 seconds (CMYK+W, 254 x 203mm) |
| Resolution Settings | Superfine: 1200×1200 dpi / 16 pass Fine: 600×600 dpi / 8 pass Speed: 600×600 dpi / 4 pass |
| Ink Delivery System | Advanced closed-loop delivery system; Auto ink circulation system for white channels |
| Printable Substrates | 100% Polyester, polyester/cotton blends, 100% cotton (needs external pretreatment), and DTF |
| 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 | 50 cm H x 166 cm L x 88 cm W |
| Weight | 135 kg |
| Curing Temperatures and Times – Heat Press (conveyor times vary) | 165 C, 90 seconds |
| 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 |
Get all this and more!
Contact sales for everything we’re offering in our Ricoh Ri 4000 DTG Printer package.
RICOH Ri 4000 DTG Printer
with 1-year Warranty
with 1-year Warranty
1 Medium Size Shirt Platen
Full CMYK + 2 White Ink Cartridge set
Enhancer Cartridge Set
Cleaning Cartridge Set
Maintenance Supply Kit
ColorGate Software Access
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