The 2513 UV flatbed printer is an industrial-grade, large-format UV direct-printing system featuring a 2500mm × 1300mm print area. Key highlights include high productivity, compatibility with diverse materials, high precision, and instant drying, making it a primary choice for sectors such as advertising signage, architectural decoration, building materials, and customized creative products.
I. Core Specifications (Industry Standard)
| Print Area | 2500mm × 1300mm (fits standard 1.22m × 2.44m sheets, commonly known as “4×8 ft”) |
| Print Thickness | 0–100mm (standard models; customizable up to 250mm for some units) |
| Printhead Configuration | Industrial piezoelectric heads (e.g., Ricoh GEN5/GEN6, Toshiba CE4, Epson i3200); 2–8 heads optional |
| Droplet Size / Resolution | Min. 3.5–7pl; Max. 2880×1440 dpi; 8–16 levels of grayscale |
| Color System | Standard CMYK + W (White) + V (Varnish); options for Light Cyan/Light Magenta/Spot Colors; up to 8–10 colors |
| Print Speed | 30–80 m²/h (4-pass mode); up to 100–150 m²/h (high-speed mode) |
| Curing System | Water-cooled UV-LED cold light source; instant curing; lifespan ≥20,000 hours |
| Machine Structure | Integrated welded steel frame + dual lead screws/linear guides + servo drive system; weight approx. 1200–1500kg |
| Platform | Sectional vacuum suction + automatic height detection/anti-collision; suitable for thin sheets, thick materials, and irregular shapes |
II. Core Technical Features (Professional Grade)
1. Printheads and Ink System (Core of Precision and Stability)
Industrial-grade Printheads: Ricoh GEN6/GEN5 are mainstream; 7pl variable droplet size; grayscale printing; sharp text and smooth gradients
Negative Pressure Ink Supply + White Ink Circulation: Secondary ink tank negative pressure control; automatic white ink circulation to prevent settling; supports 24-hour continuous production without nozzle clogging
Independent Multi-color Control: Independent channels for white ink, color ink, and varnish; supports simultaneous white/color printing, spot varnish, and relief effects.
2. Mechanics and Automation (Industrial-grade Stability)
Heavy-duty Steel Structure + Precision Drive: Integrated welded frame; dual lead screws / Linear motor drive; positioning accuracy of ±0.1mm; high-speed operation without vibration.
Automatic height detection & anti-collision: Printhead automatically detects material height (accommodating thicknesses of 0–100mm) to protect the printhead.
Visual positioning (optional): CCD automatically identifies registration marks; error for overprinting, double-sided printing, or repeated printing is ≤±0.1mm.
Automatic maintenance: Printhead auto-cleaning, moisturizing, and wiping; minimizes manual intervention.
3. UV Curing & Eco-friendliness (Key to production efficiency)
LED cold light source: No thermal deformation; suitable for heat-sensitive materials like acrylic, PVC, and leather.
Instant drying: Ink cures immediately; no drying time required; ready for cutting, laminating, or bending right away.
Eco-friendly ink: VOC-free and solvent-free; SGS certified; suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications.
III. Core Advantages (Compared to small-format models / traditional printing)
1. Large format & high productivity
Accommodates full-sheet 2.44×1.22m materials; no splicing needed; single-pass production.Speed of 30–150㎡/h; print-on-demand (starts at one sheet); no plate-making required; handles both small-batch customization and mass production.
2. Universal material compatibility (Core competitiveness)
Rigid materials: Acrylic, PVC, aluminum composite panels, metal sheets, glass, ceramics, stone, wood, MDF, foam board, KT board, etc.
Flexible materials: Leather, soft film, lightbox fabric, non-woven fabric, PVC film (some models support hybrid flatbed/roll-to-roll printing).
Irregular shapes / Thick materials: Phone cases, handicrafts, decorative parts, materials up to 100mm thick, small curved objects.
No pre-treatment needed: Direct printing on most materials; eliminates the need for coating or laminating processes.
3. Image quality & durability
High-definition detail: Minimum droplet size of 3.5–7pl; 1440–2880dpi resolution; crisp text edges and rich image gradation.
Diverse effects: Supports white ink under-printing, varnish enhancement, spot embossing, matte/gloss finishes, and crystal stickers (AB film).
Outdoor durability: UV-resistant. Ink is waterproof, scratch-resistant, and UV-resistant; fade-resistant for 3–5 years outdoors.
4. Cost and Operations
Low total cost: Eliminates plate-making fees; requires less labor; low energy consumption (LED cold light source).
Flexible production: Profitable for small batches and efficient for large volumes; suitable for customization, short lead times, and high SKU counts.
Simple maintenance: Industrial-grade design ensures low failure rates; automatic maintenance reduces downtime.
IV. Main Application Scenarios
Advertising & Signage: Acrylic signs, PVC display boards, light boxes, metal signage, outdoor billboards.
Architectural Decoration: Tile feature walls, sliding glass doors, wood veneer panels, stone decor, integrated wall panels.
Building Materials: Cabinet doors, bathroom panels, aluminum veneer, foam boards, calcium silicate boards.
Creative Gifts: Phone cases, keychains, handicrafts, photo frames, puzzles, personalized gifts.
Industrial Customization: Sheet metal, plastic parts, appliance panels, traffic signs, machinery control panels.
V. Selection Guide (Purchasing Reference)
Printhead Choice: Ricoh GEN6 (high speed & precision), Epson i3200 (cost-effective).
Number of Printheads: 2–4 heads (entry-level / small-to-medium batches), 6–8 heads (high speed / mass production).
Thickness Requirements: Standard 0–100mm; custom options for thick materials up to 250mm.
Additional Features: Visual positioning, automatic loading/unloading, roll-to-roll module, varnish/embossing systems.
