Roland DG Corporation has announced a series of engineering and performance updates to the TY-300 Direct-to-Film (DTF) printer. Designed to support high-duty-cycle apparel production, the enhanced TY-300 features increased ink system capacity, improved white ink stability, and workflow optimizations that reinforce its position as the most efficient and reliable DTF printer in its class. At the center of the update is a doubling of the on-board white ink capacity, addressing one of the most demanding components of the DTF workflow. DTF printing requires continuous, high-density white ink for both underbases and opacity, and the expanded capacity significantly reduces the frequency of cartridge replacement while maintaining uninterrupted circulation.
TY-300 is designed to automatically manage white ink supply during longer runs, minimizing interruptions caused by ink-out conditions, a critical factor for users operating multi-shift production environments. The updated TY-300 maintains its industry-leading print speeds, achieving up to 47 linear feet per hour in standard mode and 75 linear feet per hour in high-speed mode, delivering nearly 50 percent higher productivity than comparable DTF units. This performance is driven by the printer’s dual-printhead architecture, optimized firing patterns, and high-efficiency drying control, enabling stable CMYK + White layering at high coverage with minimal grain and banding.
