This article will review the Epson Stylus Pro GS6000 large format solvent printer. The GS6000 is a 64-inch wide solvent printer that can produce images on a wide variety of substrates for any number of applications produced by show houses, decoration printers, in-house and government printers, and sign shops.
ink technology
The Epson GS6000 offers users a very wide color gamut with a total of eight colours. This ink can be used in combination with almost any solvent-based media with fast dry times and high scratch resistance. Unlike many solvent printers on the market, the ink used in the GS6000 is virtually odorless and no special ventilation or air purification systems are required. Though depending on the environment the printer will be used in, users may want to consider one of those options.
Supported Media, Roll Sizes, and Print Speed
Virtually all coated and uncoated solvent media can be used with the Epson GS6000. Users can print on photographic and fine art paper (limited selection available), canvas, vinyl, Tyvek, and other films such as polypropylene and polyester.
Sheets of paper as small as 17×22 inches can be used, although rolls of paper are typically used. Rolls up to 64 inches wide can be used with a maximum print width of 63.60 inches.
The GS6000 performs well when it comes to print speeds. In its highest quality mode, 1440×1440 dpi, 16 pass, the GS6000 produces prints at a rate of 32 square feet per hour. In its highest speed mode, 720 x 360 dpi, 2 pass, the printer produces prints at a rate of 340 square feet per hour. Most users can expect print speeds to vary between 91 and 122 square feet per hour for the quality modes used for typical applications. One thing to keep in mind is that throughput varies from user to user and can vary based on RIP, file size, network, and other factors.
print applications
The Epson Stylus Pro GS6000 can be used for any number of wide-format printing applications with outdoor print durability of up to two years. While some other solvent printers have inks that can last longer outdoors, most graphics buyers replace their graphics well before two years.
This printer allows users to print traditional indoor and outdoor signs, including banners, murals, billboards, and graphics for barricades and construction sites. Trade show displays, point-of-purchase displays, and other high-quality photographic print displays can also be produced. Users can also produce other on-demand applications such as vehicle wraps and decorative fine art prints found in corporate offices, hotels, and other commercial locations.
recommendations
The Epson Stylus Pro GS6000 is a high quality large format solvent printer. This printer would be a great addition to any business that needs to produce high-quality graphics that can be printed on a wide variety of media for a wide range of applications. Printing businesses that can benefit from this printer include show houses, décor printers, in-house and government printers, and sign shops.