First borderless option for Epson’s 64-inch inkjet printer
An adaptation kit for the 64in Epson Stylus Pro GS6000 roll-fed eco-solvent inkjet printer is now available, enabling users to produce borderless prints.
The kit, available as an on-site upgrade for existing GS6000 users and as an option on new machines, has been developed in line with the growing demand for signage and POS applications for interior decoration such as customised wallpapers and window graphics.
Designed for both outdoor and indoor applications, the GS6000 it is able to switch between a range of different coated and non-coated substrates including vinyl. The new kit enhances machine’s capabilities, enabling printing without borders at widths from 11.8in (300mm) up to 62.5in (1,590mm).
The on-site upgrade can be performed in about an hour by an Epson service engineer, or comes pre-fitted on a new GS6000.
Martin Johns, business development manager, pro-graphics at Epson UK, said: “The adaptation involves fitting a new platen to the GS6000. This allows variable positioning of recessed porous pads to catch the overprinted ink on either side of the media roll. A set of spacers for these pads accommodates popular media widths, including standard wallpaper sizes. An adjustable pressure roller allows for the use of both textured and smooth media types without causing edge curling. In addition, the kit includes a user guide that explains how to set the spacers and pressure rollers and adjust image sizing and other print software parameters to use the borderless option correctly.”
The Epson Stylus Pro GS6000 borderless kit is available immediately priced at £1,799.