Epson Announces Next-Generation SureColor F-Series Dye-Sublimation Printers with New High Density Black Ink

As textile imaging continues the rapid transition from
analog to digital, Epson America today bridges the gap further with the introduction of its next-
generation SureColor® F-Series dye-sublimation transfer printers. The 44-inch Epson®
SureColor F6200 and 64-inch Epson SureColor F7200 and F9200 leverage Epson
UltraChrome® DS ink with an all new high density Black ink to deliver improved ink efficiency
and black density with better tonal transitions and grayscale for high quality results in the roll-to-

As textile imaging continues the rapid transition from
analog to digital, Epson America today bridges the gap further with the introduction of its next-
generation SureColor® F-Series dye-sublimation transfer printers. The 44-inch Epson®
SureColor F6200 and 64-inch Epson SureColor F7200 and F9200 leverage Epson
UltraChrome® DS ink with an all new high density Black ink to deliver improved ink efficiency
and black density with better tonal transitions and grayscale for high quality results in the roll-to-
roll fabric production, customized promotional production, soft signage, and cut-and-sew sports
apparel, fashion, and home décor markets.

The flagship SureColor F9200 printer utilizes dual Epson PrecisionCore® TFP® printheads for
high-speed, industrial-level roll-to-roll productivity with superior dot control and precise,
repeatable performance. Each printer offers continuous productivity and less downtime with an
integral and easily refillable, high-capacity bulk ink system and an improved post-platen heater
for seamless media handling and faster drying times for continuous production.

“Since Epson launched its first true dye-sublimation printers in 2013, we have been diligently
working to enhance the technology to meet the demands of industrial manufacturers,” said Tim
Check, product manager, Professional Imaging, Epson America, Inc. “Now with the flagship
SureColor F9200 providing double the speed and a high-capacity three liter per color ink supply
system, users can print much more efficiently, and with far fewer interruptions.”

Equipped with a highly accurate take up reel, the Epson SureColor F-Series allow for maximum
uninterrupted production runs with minimal maintenance downtime. The printers also come with
a Wasatch SoftRIP workflow that enables users to start printing sellable output immediately out
of the box with specialty features for textile printing. A complete and proven dye-sublimation
printer solution, the SureColor F-Series is compatible with Epson’s line of dye-sublimation
transfer papers and designed to work exclusively with Epson UltraChrome DS Ink to ensure
optimized output quality at industrial-level production1.

More about the SureColor F-Series Printers

Engineered from the ground up, the Epson SureColor F-Series offers a range of productivity
features, including:

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– Epson PrecisionCore TFP Printhead: Offers high-performance and consistency, along
with variable size ink droplet technology for remarkable photographic print quality and
accuracy. The flagship SureColor F9200 incorporates dual PrecisionCore TFP printheads to
deliver high-speed, roll-to-roll productivity with output speeds up to 1,044 square feet per
hour.

– Epson UltraChrome DS Ink: Epson-exclusive UltraChrome DS ink with all-new high
density Black produces an extreme color gamut with improved black density for rich blacks
and better tonal transitions and gray scale; provides fast drying times and improved ink
efficiency for a low total cost of ownership. The SureColor F-Series printers are designed to
be used exclusively with Epson UltraChrome DS inks and not with any other brands of
cartridges or inks.

– Continuous High-Speed Roll-to-Roll Productivity: Highly accurate take up reel and
substrate system deliver winding accuracy within ±2.5mm on transfer paper rolls. The F9200
allows for maximum uninterrupted production runs with minimal maintenance downtime, plus
an integral and easily refillable, high-capacity 3-liter bulk ink system and improved post-
platen heater allow for seamless media handling and faster drying times.

– Workflow: Wasatch SoftRIP enables users to print sellable output immediately out of the
box with specialty features designed for textile printing.

– Epson DS Transfer Papers: Compatible with Epson’s dye-sublimation transfer papers,
including the DS Transfer Production paper for high-volume customers (up to 575 feet per
roll); DS Transfer Adhesive Textile for high-end cut-and-sew fabric and apparel production;
and the DS Transfer Multipurpose for transfer applications with soft or rigid surfaces.

Support and Availability

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The Epson SureColor F-Series will be available in September 2015 through authorized Epson
Professional Imaging resellers. The F-Series offers varying performance and feature sets to
accommodate a range of dye-sublimation transfer printing needs:

Product

Output

Maximum Print
Speeds2

Bulk Ink System

Price

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SureColor F6200

44-inches

634 Sq.ft/hour

1.5 liters per color

$8,495

SureColor F7200

64-inches

634 Sq.ft/hour

1.5 liters per color

$15,995

SureColor F9200

64-inches

1,044 Sq.ft/hour

3 liters per color

$25,995

The SureColor F-Series printers offer a standard Epson PreferredSM Limited Warranty, a one-
year program that includes toll-free advanced telephone access Monday through Friday and
usually next business-day on-site service in the unlikely event of any hardware failure. For
additional information, visit www.proimaging.epson.com.

1 The printer is designed to use only EPSON inks and not other brands of new or refilled cartridges, or other brands of ink or bulk ink
systems. Using genuine EPSON inks is important for reliable performance and high image quality. Epson offers voluntary recycling
of spent ink cartridges

2 All print speeds are based upon print engine speeds only. Total throughput time depends on workflow configuration, paper type,
RIP, file size, print resolution, ink coverage, networking, etc,