The VersaSTUDIO BY-20 is a highly versatile desktop device ideal for a range of direct-to-film apparel applications, such as creating custom T-shirts, sportswear, tote bags, and more. You can also use the BY-20’s integrated contour cutting capabilities to produce jersey numbers and other heat transfer graphics. Here are some examples:
The BY-20 direct-to-film workflow is a quick and easy four-step process, with no weeding or masking required. Roland DGA offers the printer, transfer film, powder, and inks (each sold separately) for a complete solution. Plus, the system integrates with popular DTF powder shaker and heater units for an automated system.
With its user-friendly operation, fast print speeds, and intuitive software, the BY-20 direct-to-film system makes designing and creating customized apparel easier than ever. You can also transfer your BY-20-produced graphics to a wide variety of materials, including cotton, polyester, denim, nylon, rayon, and more.
The BY-20 is so easy to use, even beginners can produce professional-quality output. After pressing the power button, all other operations – from printer setup and maintenance to sheet cutting – can be performed with the intuitive utility software. There’s even a support function that guides you through the various menu operations in an easy-to-understand manner.
The BY-20 consistently delivers quality results that professionals can rely on. That’s because it features the same advanced print technologies as Roland DG’s state-of-the-art wide-format printers. You can expect rich, colorful, high-definition output, print after print. Plus, the included design and output software provides all the features and tools you need to create stunning graphic quickly and easily.
The BY-20 is a professional-level printer that's priced to suit the budgets of those just getting started. It comes complete with design and output software, so you can get started printing right out of the box.
Small enough to fit on your desktop - the BY-20 is ideal for your home office or shop. In addition, media setup, ink loading and maintenance can be performed from the front of the printer, further reducing space requirements.
Reliability comes standard with the BY-20, so you can count on smooth, consistent performance. Easy-to-follow instructions and intuitive engineering make periodic maintenance and consumable replacement a breeze.
The BY-20’s included FlexiDESIGNER VersaSTUDIO Edition design and output software allows even those with little or no printing experience to consistently produce high-quality graphics. This feature-filled, intuitive software offers a host of tools for creating shapes, text, and effects, while also simplifying the print and cut workflow.
For users looking for even greater control over output settings and capabilities, every BY-20 printer comes with powerful, simple-to-use VersaWorks 6 output software. VersaWorks 6 includes useful features that optimize quality and streamline processes for the printer, ink, and media. It also simplifies the setup of print layouts, generates cut lines for print and cut applications, and provides built-in color management tools that make reproducing specific colors quick and easy.
Gain a detailed understanding of your entire print operation while keeping your device running at optimum performance with a user-friendly app specially designed to integrate seamlessly with your VersaSTUDIO BY-20. Reduce downtime and improve efficiency with a machine monitoring assistant that works in complete harmony with your device.
Built-in functionality highly automates the media setup process, preparing the printer for varying material types and thicknesses, facilitating media loading, minimizing waste to reduce costs, and more.
BY-20 inks and powders are Oeko-Tex® ECO PASSPORT certified, guaranteeing the safety of textile products produced and providing assurance they do not contain harmful levels of toxic substances.
Provides intuitive and quick access to the items you want to use and comfortably supports operation from printer setup to maintenance and sheet cutting.
The BY-20 direct-to-film printer can be easily integrated with popular shaker and heater units, for an automated DTF system.
LED lights indicate the printer’s status – such as “operating,” “temporarily on standby,” or “in error.” Even from a distance, the varying colors provide an update at a glance.
The BY-20 is ethernet compatible. Print data can be sent and maintenance instructions can be given, even from remote locations within the same network.
The VersaSTUDIO product family includes a range of affordable, intuitive desktop digital imaging devices that make it easy for anyone to produce what was previously achievable only by a limited number of professionals. VersaSTUDIO expands creative possibilities, so users can challenge the ordinary, start a business, expand their services, or simply learn digital manufacturing.
Every BY-20 also comes with Roland DG’s industry-best customer service and support as well as a One-Year Trouble-Free Warranty. Your success is our success, so you can rest assured we’ll be with you every step of the way to make sure you are fully satisfied with the performance of your Roland DG device.
Piezo ink-jet method
5.91 – 20.2 in. (150 to 515 mm)
Maximum 39.3 mil (1.0 mm) with liner, for printing
Maximum 15.7 mil (0.4 mm) with liner and 8.6 mil (0.22 mm) without liner, for cutting
Maximum 5.9 in. (150 mm)
Roll Weight
Maximum 13.2 lb. (6 kg)
3 in. (76.2 mm) or 2 in. (50.8 mm)
Maximum 18.89 in. (480 mm)
220-ml cartridge
Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, White
Max. 1,440 dpi
0.39 – 5.9 in/s (10 to 150 mm/s)
30 – 500 gf
Roland CAMM-1 series blade
0.000 – 1.500 mm (0.0 – 59 mil)
0.025 mm/step (0.98 mil/step)
86 – 95 °F (30 – 35 °C)
86 – 100.4 °F (30 – 38 °C)
Ethernet (100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T, automatic switching)
Automatic sleep feature
100 – 240 Va.c. 50/60 Hz 2.1 A
Approx. 185 W
Approx. 27W
62 dB (A) or less
60 dB (A) or less
42.1 in. × 24.3 in. × 24.5 in. (1,069 mm × 617 mm × 622 mm)
137 lb. (62 kg)
Temperature: 68 – 89.6 °F (20 – 32 °C)
Humidity: 40 – 80 % RH (no condensation)
Temperature: 41 – 104 °F (5 – 40 °C)
Humidity: 20 – 80 % RH (no condensation)
Dedicated stands, power cord, Media take-up unit, media holders, replacement blade for separating knife, User's Manual, Software (FlexiDESIGNER VersaSTUDIO Edition, VersaWorks, Roland DG Connect), etc.
*1 The length of printing or cutting is subject to the limitations of the program.
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*3 Warm-up is required after power up. This may require 5 to 20 minutes, depending on the operating environment.
Depending on the ambient temperature and media width, the preset temperature may fail to be reached.
*4 Operating environment (Use in an operating environment within this range.)
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