GRANDO GD-1601S Epson I3200 Single Head Eco Solvent Printer

In the highly competitive commercial printing market, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining photographic print quality is the ultimate key to profitability. The ability to produce vibrant, weather-resistant outdoor graphics and high-resolution indoor displays on a single, reliable platform is what separates market leaders from the competition. Designed specifically to eliminate production bottlenecks, this 1.6-meter platform delivers exceptional color density, ultra-sharp text, and smooth gradients at a highly optimized cost-per-square-foot, making it the ultimate workhorse for sign shops and digital print service providers looking to scale their operations.

Advanced Industrial Performance

The GRANDO GD-1601 S is engineered with a heavy-duty, industrial-grade chassis designed to eliminate frame vibration, which is the primary cause of banding and micro-defects at high speeds. Constructed with a high-precision, double-guide rail system and a reinforced aluminum beam, this printer maintains absolute carriage stability even during intensive, continuous production cycles. Powered by a single high-speed Epson I3200-E1 PrecisionCore printhead, the system achieves remarkable production speeds of up to 22 square meters per hour in standard production mode, and up to 28 square meters per hour in draft mode. Unlike lightweight entry-level printers, the GD-1601 S features integrated AC servo motors that ensure precise carriage movement and media stepping. This mechanical synergy, combined with an integrated multi-stage heating system (pre-heater, bed-heater, and post-heater), ensures that the eco-solvent ink cures rapidly and bonds permanently to the substrate, allowing print shops to transition immediately from printing to finishing and delivery.

Core Technology & Media Handling

At the heart of the GRANDO GD-1601 S is an advanced roll-to-roll media handling system engineered to manage heavy material rolls of up to 50 kg without tracking deviation. The machine utilizes an automatic media feeding and take-up system equipped with dual-motor tension control, ensuring consistent, wrinkle-free media advancement across long unattended print runs. To support the high-speed output of the Epson I3200 printhead, the printer is equipped with a multi-segment intelligent infrared drying system coupled with a row of high-efficiency cooling fans. This setup ensures that eco-solvent inks are fully dry before reaching the take-up reel, preventing ink offsetting or sticking. Additionally, the system features multi-point, wide-surface pinch rollers that exert uniform pressure across the entire 1600mm printable width, eliminating media skewing and ensuring perfect registration from the first inch to the last.

Compatible Media & Profitable Applications

The versatility of the GRANDO GD-1601 S allows print service providers to target diverse, high-margin market segments. Utilizing durable eco-solvent inks, the printer produces vibrant, scratch-resistant prints that offer up to three years of outdoor durability without lamination. This compatibility unlocks a wide array of profitable applications across various media types:

• Self-Adhesive Vinyl: Perfect for high-resolution vehicle wraps, fleet graphics, floor decals, and die-cut promotional stickers.
• PVC Flex Banners: Ideal for rugged outdoor advertising banners, billboards, and fence wraps that require high tear resistance and weatherproofing.
• Canvas & Fine Art Paper: Enables high-end interior decor printing, museum-grade art reproductions, and personalized photo canvases with deep blacks and rich tonal ranges.
• Backlit & Frontlit Films: Excellent for high-impact retail lightboxes, airport displays, and promotional posters requiring sharp contrast and vibrant backlit illumination.
• Custom Wallpaper & Wallcoverings: Meets the growing demand for personalized interior design, corporate branding murals, and architectural graphics.

RIP Software & Color Management

To fully exploit the capabilities of the Epson I3200 printhead, the GRANDO GD-1601 S offers seamless integration with industry-standard RIP software, including PhotoPrint (FlexiPRINT), MainTop, and Onyx. The printer operates on a standard CMYK 4-color configuration, utilizing Epson’s proprietary Variable Sized Droplet Technology (VSDT). By dynamically jetting ink droplets ranging from 3.5 to 12.5 picoliters, the system achieves incredibly smooth halftone transitions, photographic skin tones, and crisp, legible 4-point text without oversaturating the media. Advanced color management tools within the compatible RIP packages allow operators to build and fine-tune custom ICC profiles, ensuring accurate brand color matching, optimized ink-limit controls, and reduced ink consumption by up to 30% compared to older-generation printheads.

Maintenance & Operational Safety

Maximizing uptime requires a machine designed for simple, proactive maintenance and robust operator safety. The GRANDO GD-1601 S incorporates several automated features to protect your printhead investment and ensure a safe working environment:

• Automated Cap & Wipe Station: Features a motorized capping system that seals the Epson I3200 printhead airtight when idle, preventing nozzle dehydration and ink crusting.
• Anti-Collision Carriage Sensors: Dual physical sensors on either side of the carriage detect media buckles or foreign objects, instantly pausing the print job to prevent costly printhead strikes.
• Active Ink Degassing & Filtration: An enclosed bulk ink supply system with inline filters prevents air bubbles and micro-particles from entering the printhead nozzles, ensuring uninterrupted ink flow.
• One-Touch Auto-Flushing: Simplifies daily maintenance routines with a single-button wet-capping and purge cycle, reducing manual maintenance time to under five minutes.
• Dual Emergency Stop Buttons: Strategically positioned on both ends of the printer for immediate mechanical shutdown in case of operational anomalies.

Investing in the GRANDO GD-1601 S means equipping your business with a highly reliable, industrial-grade printing asset designed to deliver consistent, sellable prints day in and day out. By combining the precision of the Epson I3200 printhead with a heavy-duty chassis and advanced media handling, this printer provides the competitive edge needed to secure larger contracts, increase production margins, and confidently scale your print operations.