DTF Station Prestige R1
13-inch A3+ machine rated at 14 ft²/hour
Overview
DTF Station describes the Prestige R1 as the first originally manufactured A3+ DTF printer aimed at people starting in direct-to-film. It has a maximum printing width of 13 inches and a stated printing speed of 14 ft²/hour, which the manufacturer translates to 64–86 shirts per day. It is built around an Epson F1080 printhead and includes the company's White Ink Management System (WIMS), a timed stirring system that circulates white ink inside the printer.
Specifications at a glance
Figures published by the manufacturer, checked September 4, 2026. We do not publish star ratings because we have not independently bench-tested these machines.
Key Features
- White Ink Management System (WIMS): timed white ink stirring
- Passive auto-cleaning: maintains and cleans the head every 4 hours when powered on
- Active auto-cleaning: cleans at set intervals, even mid-print
- Head strike sensor to help prevent printhead damage
- Auto ink alert system
- Automatic film sensor stops printing if film runs out
Pros
- Manufacturer publishes an actual speed figure (14 ft²/hour)
- Four separate protective systems against the common failure modes
- US-based supplier with parts inventory
- Labelled board design intended for easier access and repair
Cons
- Roughly twice the price of comparable A3 machines from direct importers
- Warranty is voided by non-DTF Station ink, film or powder
- 14 ft²/hour is modest for the price
- Single F1080 head
Specifications
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