GRANDO GD-1602S Epson I3200 Double Head Eco Solvent Printer

To scale your wide-format print production and capture high-margin commercial graphics contracts, you need a machine that bridges the gap between high-speed output and photorealistic detail. The ability to run continuous, unattended print jobs on diverse roll media without banding or color drift is what separates highly profitable print service providers from the competition. The GRANDO GD-1602 S is engineered to meet this exact demand, delivering the perfect balance of industrial speed, mechanical reliability, and pristine print quality.

Advanced Industrial Performance

Engineered for continuous, high-volume commercial production, the GRANDO GD-1602 S is built upon a heavy-duty, industrial-grade steel chassis designed to eliminate carriage vibration. At high printing speeds, even the slightest micro-vibration can cause dot-placement errors and banding; the GD-1602 S counters this with a precision-machined beam and a high-performance linear guide rail system. This robust mechanical foundation allows the dual-staggered Epson I3200 printheads to travel smoothly at maximum velocity, delivering exceptional stability and long-term alignment accuracy.

Driven by high-power, brushless AC servo motors, the print carriage maintains consistent momentum, translating to production speeds that dramatically accelerate your daily throughput. Whether running in high-speed draft modes for fast-turnaround outdoor banners or high-resolution modes for close-up indoor displays, the mechanical stability ensures that every pass is perfectly aligned. By minimizing physical wear on internal components, this industrial build quality not only guarantees consistent print quality across its 1.6-meter width but also extends the operational lifespan of the printer, maximizing your return on investment and reducing downtime in demanding 24/7 print environments.

Core Technology & Media Handling

At the heart of the GRANDO GD-1602 S is the dual Epson I3200-E1 printhead configuration. Utilizing PrecisionCore micro-piezo technology, these heads feature 3,200 nozzles per head and employ Variable Sized Droplet Technology (VSDT). By firing droplets ranging from ultra-fine 3.8-picoliter dots for smooth gradients to larger droplets for dense solid fills, this system achieves sharp text, fine lines, and grain-free photographic prints.

To support this high-speed output, the GD-1602 S features an advanced roll-to-roll media handling system. It includes a synchronized, tension-controlled automatic take-up and feeding system that prevents media skewing during long print runs. To ensure eco-solvent inks dry completely before reaching the take-up reel, the printer is equipped with an intelligent three-stage heating system:

• Pre-heater: Warms the media to open up pores, allowing for optimal ink absorption.
• Platen heater: Controls ink dot spread on contact for maximum sharpness.
• Post-heater: Initiates the curing process immediately after printing.

This thermal array is paired with an external multi-fan drying system and an infrared heater, allowing operators to wind prints immediately without risk of ink transferring or smudging.

Compatible Media & Profitable Applications

The 1.6-meter (60-inch) working width and eco-solvent ink chemistry of the GRANDO GD-1602 S open up a wide range of high-margin outdoor and indoor applications. The printer handles diverse roll media with ease, enabling you to offer premium products to your clients:

• Self-Adhesive Vinyl: Produce vibrant vehicle wraps, fleet graphics, wall murals, and die-cut stickers with excellent contour-cut compatibility.
• Flex Banner & PVC: Print durable, weather-resistant outdoor billboards, building wraps, and event banners that withstand the elements.
• Backlit Film: Create high-density, rich-color graphics for illuminated retail lightboxes and airport displays.
• Canvas & Fine Art Paper: Deliver high-end interior decor, textured wall coverings, and artistic reproductions with smooth tonal transitions.
• One-Way Vision: Manufacture perforated window graphics for commercial storefronts and vehicle windows.
• Eco-Solvent Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV): Print custom graphics for heat-pressing onto apparel, bags, and promotional textiles.

RIP Software & Color Management

The GRANDO GD-1602 S is designed to integrate seamlessly into professional print workflows, offering compatibility with industry-standard RIP software packages such as MainTop, PhotoPrint (FlexiiRIP), and Onyx. These software options provide print shops with advanced nesting tools, precise tiling for multi-panel graphics, and automated spot color matching to reduce media waste and optimize ink consumption.

Operating on a high-speed CMYK double-head configuration (dual CMYK ink lines), the printer maximizes color density and coverage speed. The RIP software works in tandem with custom ICC profiles to manage the ink limit and linearization, ensuring that brand-critical colors are reproduced accurately across different media types. This precise control over ink deposition ensures deep, rich blacks, vibrant reds, and smooth skin tones while maintaining cost-effective ink consumption rates.

Maintenance & Operational Safety

To protect your investment and maintain peak print quality, the GRANDO GD-1602 S features automated maintenance systems and protective hardware safeguards:

• Automatic Capping & Wiping Station: Keeps the Epson I3200 printheads moist when idle, preventing ink drying and nozzle clogging.
• Anti-Collision Carriage Sensors: Instantly stops the carriage if a media wrinkle or obstacle is detected, protecting the sensitive printhead faces from physical damage.
• Active Ink Purging & Flushing: Simplifies daily startup routines with push-button cleaning cycles that minimize ink waste.
• Bulk Ink Supply System: Features large capacity ink reservoirs with low-ink sensor alarms, allowing for uninterrupted overnight printing.
• Dual Emergency Stop Buttons: Positioned accessibly on the machine frame to ensure operator safety during sudden media jams or mechanical issues.