Roland DG Corporation has scheduled a series of engineering and performance updates for its enhanced TY-300 Direct-to-Film (DTF) printer.
Designed to support high-duty-cycle apparel production, the updated TY-300 introduces increased ink system capacity, improved white-ink stability, and workflow optimisations.
At the centre of the update is a doubling of the white-ink reservoir capacity, addressing one of the most demanding components of the DTF workflow – the requirement for continuous, high-density white ink for both underbases and opacity.
According to the company, the expanded capacity significantly reduces the frequency of replacement, while maintaining uninterrupted circulation – reducing idle time caused by ink-out conditions.
The updated TY-300 achieves print speeds up to 10.9 m²/h in standard mode and 17.48 m²/h in high-speed mode.
This performance is driven by the printer’s dual-printhead architecture, optimised firing patterns and high-efficiency drying control, enabling stable CMYK + White layering at high coverage with minimal grain and banding.
Advanced colour-management capabilities, including Roland DG’s True Rich Colour technology, deliver broader gamut rendering, smoother gradients and more stable greys, particularly critical for subtle tonal variations.
The system’s four-channel white architecture maintains consistent opacity across large or dense areas, improving edge crispness and fine-detail reproduction even under fast-pass conditions.
Reliability has also been strengthened through updates to the TY-300’s automatic maintenance system, including continuous ink circulation, scheduled head-refresh cycles, and user-replaceable maintenance components engineered for minimal downtime.
Smart circulation stabilises white-ink flow during idle periods, reducing clogging and purging requirements, while extending printhead life.
“DTF continues to evolve at remarkable speed, and we know our customers rely on stable, high-performance systems that can sustain heavy production workloads,” said Ryugo Nimura, executive officer, Global Sales and Marketing Division at Roland DG.
“With the updated TY-300, we have enhanced core components that directly impact throughput, uptime and ink stability. These improvements ensure the TY-300 remains the benchmark for technical performance and production efficiency in the DTF category.”
The TY-300 integrates with VersaWorks RIP, certified DTF film and powders, and Roland DG Care support, which the company said forms a unified DTF ecosystem designed for consistent output quality.
The printer also integrates with an optional shaker and dryer unit to automate the powder stage, which helps with sustaining high-volume production.
The company said this cohesive workflow supports apparel decorators transitioning to higher-volume DTF operations, while minimising compatibility challenges and setup complexity.
The updated TY-300 is now available globally, through Roland DG’s worldwide network of subsidiaries and authorised distribution partners.