BY-20 DTF Printer Upgraded with New Ink and Functionality

Hamamatsu, Japan, June 20, 2025 – Roland DG Corporation, a leading manufacturer of wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters worldwide, is excited to announce enhanced ink and functionality for its VersaSTUDIO BY-20 desktop DTF (Direct-to-Film) printer, creating additional capabilities and potential for users.

The BY-20 is a compact, easy-to-use, and affordable desktop printer using the DTF transfer method for professional apparel production. After printing on a special film, hot-melt powder is applied and thermally melted, and then the film is simply layered on fabric and heat-pressed to create original graphics for a vast array of garments such as T-shirts, sportswear, tote bags and more.

New S-PG2 Ink, which was specially created for Roland DG’s high-end DTF printers, is now compatible with the BY-20 to enable more stable and higher quality printing than ever before.

Maintenance functions on the BY-20 are also improved. A new Cleaning Liquid allows users to clean the printheads more efficiently, and a new Head Nozzle Refresher allows anyone to easily clean the printheads’ surface manually. Manual maintenance prevents printhead nozzles from misfiring and enables more reliable operation.

Exclusive VersaWorks 7 (VW7) RIP software, included with the BY-20, now provides auto color generation for the White ink layer, which is often used in DTF printing as a base coat, and is now compatible with the PNG format (available September 2025). VW7 saves time for creating White ink layers which previously required using separate design software.

Ryugo Nimura, President of Global Sales and Marketing Division, said, “DTF printers are prone to harden the inks compared with traditional inkjet printers. With these new enhanced functions, we can provide a more stable working environment by enabling optimum printhead maintenance. Videos and manuals that clearly explain how to properly maintain the products are also available to assist our users. We continue to listen closely to our users and provide solutions that contribute to their business success.”

Users who are currently using the BY-20 will be notified of the changeover to the new S-PG2 Ink beginning June 20, 2025. In addition, a Head Nozzle Refresher is also provided free of charge as of July 23, 2025. A one-year extended warranty will be offered free of charge to users who are currently using the BY-20 as well as anyone who purchases a BY-20 from now until the end of December 2025. For further details, please contact an authorized Roland DG dealer or Roland DG representative.

For more information, contact:

Roland DG Corporation
ESG & PR/IR Unit
+81 (0)53-484-1200
E-Mail：rdg-pr@rolanddg.co.jp