Focusinc A3 DTG Printer Direct Inkjet Digital Printer T shirts Printer

The Focusinc A3 DTG Printer is designed for A3-sized prints. The printable area is approximately A3 dimensions (roughly 300–330 mm x 420–480 mm) depending on platen size and carriage limits. Exact usable area depends on the supplied platen and any fixture accessories.

It uses textile-specific water-based pigment inks (CMYK plus white) formulated for direct-to-garment printing. These inks are designed for good color vibrancy and wash fastness when used with proper curing and pretreatment.

Yes — the printer can print on dark garments. For best opacity and color fidelity on dark fabrics, a white underbase is typically printed first and a pretreatment solution applied to the garment beforehand. Pretreatment improves ink adhesion and reduces bleeding.

It works best on natural fibers such as 100% cotton and high-cotton blends. Polyester and performance fabrics can be printed but may require specialized inks or processes and can yield different hand-feel and durability. Always test on your specific fabric and follow ink manufacturer guidelines.

The printer supports high-resolution printing suitable for detailed graphics and photos. Typical DTG resolutions up to 1440 dpi are supported via the included RIP software, providing photographic-quality output depending on image preparation and garment pretreatment.

Print speed depends on print mode, coverage, and whether a white underbase is used. Light-shirt prints can take under a minute in fast modes; dark-shirt prints with white underbase take longer (often 1–3 minutes). Throughput varies with resolution and RIP settings.

The printer typically ships with a Windows-compatible driver and RIP software for print layout, color management, and white underbase control. Windows 7/10/11 are commonly supported. Mac support may be limited; check with the vendor for native Mac or third-party RIP options.

This model uses white-ink circulation or periodic agitation routines (depending on configuration) and built-in head maintenance/capping sequences to minimize settling and clogging. Regular maintenance flushing and following the recommended use cycles are important to maintain reliability.

Daily checks and head-clean cycles are recommended, plus regular platen cleaning and scheduled flushing when idle for extended periods. Replace consumables such as capping pads, filters, and waste ink pads according to the maintenance schedule. Follow the user manual for detailed maintenance procedures.

Curing is required for wash-fastness. Typical methods are a heat press (e.g., 160°C / 320°F for 60–90 seconds) or a conveyor dryer set to the ink manufacturer’s recommended temperature/time. Exact settings depend on ink, garment, and dryer calibration — always follow the ink supplier’s curing guidelines.

Install the printer on a stable, level surface in a well-ventilated area. Most benchtop A3 DTG units run on standard AC power (commonly 110–120V or 220–240V depending on the region); check the specific model label for voltage and amperage. Ensure adequate space around the unit for access and maintenance.

Regular consumables include textile inks (CMYK + white), maintenance solution/flush, pretreatment fluid, platen blankets or tapes, capping station parts, wipers, and waste ink pads. Keep critical spares like extra printheads and platen accessories if you have high uptime requirements.

Vendors commonly offer installation assistance, on-site or remote training, and technical support packages. Check with your supplier for available options, costs, and warranty-covered support. Many suppliers also provide instructional materials and software setup help.

Warranty terms vary by supplier and region. A standard limited warranty (e.g., one year on parts and limited labor) is common, but confirm exact coverage, exclusions (consumables, printheads, misuse), and available extended warranty or service plans with the seller.

Contact an authorized Focusinc dealer or the vendor’s sales team for current pricing, lead times, and ordering of replacement parts and consumables. Dealers can also provide quotes for bundled packages (printer, inks, pretreatment, and training).