Roland® BN-20 Printer Cutter Review & Best Practices
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- Опубликовано: 25 авг 2024
- Find out why the Roland® BN 20 is one of the most versatile print/cut systems available. Watch a demo on how this powerful system combines full color printing and integrated contour cut technology that allows you to produce numerous items such as heat transfers, decals, wall art, small signage, and more.
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Thanks for the demo, I've been a fan of Stahs for years. This is a great printer which I'm putting on my wishlist!
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Love the BN20. It produces excellent quality prints. The colors are on point. Great addition to my small business
Great to hear!
Good to know! I'm looking into getting one! I want to offer nigh-quality vinyl stickers & sticker packs to my customers, but getting them printed costs entirely too much in my opinion.
would this be going on sale or promotionals anytime soon?
If you want to apply a laminate layer to make your sticker decals waterproof, does this printer have that capability?
thanks for the information
I have this printer, while it does a good job, if you have experience with wide format printer/cutters, this is much slower in both printing and cutting. Another issue is that for some reason it limits the widths of material, you can't just put anything up to it's 20" limit. I had to buy a 30" roll as it was the only size available at the time, had it cut to 20", then it turned out the printer would not accept the 10" width remnant. But it has been reliable for stickers and heat transfers, and takes large cartridges.
Thanks for the feedback.
do you have a recommended source for calendared lamination? I'd like to laminate my decals so they are uv resistant and more water-proof.
Is there a larger version of this printer ?
Can you print, remove and laminate then reinsert and cut afterwards?
Hi Kevin. You can, but that's precise and you may run into registration issues.
do the logos have to be a vector file or can it be any jpeg or pdf or png file and if the picture is blurry is it still going to print it ?
Thanks, wasn't sure if there was any practical use of white ink for t-shirts, stickers and posters. Someone mentioned a clear t-shirt transfer that was supposedly stronger than the white vinyl you print on, but apparently not so. So I will only need the BN20A, ya? Same machine without the mechanics for white/metalic for $2k cheaper? I'm just tired of 3G Opaque and JPSS, or LD sticker paper (which takes 4 weeks to completely dry, pigment ink btw) I don't wanna sell folks cheap crap on etsy.. I'd like to sell long lasting good quality product. I'm being given a lot of money, but only if I actually spend it at once.. a weird deal, but no complaints. I'm definitely gunning for this machine.
We have a variety of print/cut materials in both white and clear. Our collection can be found here: www.stahls.com/printable-heat-transfer-vinyl
Can you use this for hats? And what type of vinyl is used for hats and decals?
Yes you can use printable HTV on hats if you so choose. We actually have a full collection of heat transfers and decals you can use on hats that you can find on our website. www.stahls.com/custom-cut-digital-services
What setting use for cutting siser printable htv vinyl?
The cutting specs vary for every type of HTV so it would be best to visit Siser's website to locate the exact cutting specs for the vinyl you're working with.
Do you still use/recommend this printer?
I was considering one for business, but I noticed how long it’s been since this video was created, and how long this specific printer has been on the market.
Its a great printer for a startup business. Its a space saver if you don't have much space. The only downside is the speed. Its not the fastest on the market but its the most accurate in their line from what I've seen. The print quality is better because it doesn't go so fast so to me its a good tradeoff for a small business. If you don't have a lot of business and you wanna put out some great quality product then its perfect for that. But if you're looking for volume, you should look into a bigger one if you have space for it.
@@VinoUdaBestOne what do you recommend for bigger ones
@@aphiahnyemba7091 I'm not sure on the model number but roland has release quite a few new ones. You should check their site and see what will work for you space wise.
Please can I download any picture over internet and print it and cut it?
Yes, you can download photos and print/cut them. It's best to use images and designs that are for commercial use. Be careful with anything that could be licensed or trademarked.
Thank you,
How do you get the design on the bag and tshirt?
Can print on reflective white vinyl?
You would need to make sure the vinyl is compatible with the ink. Check with the manufacturer.
My will not roll back to cut.. not sure what I am doing wrong?
What material did you print on ?
Hello, the Roland BN-20 is compatible with our CAD-COLOR printable vinyl - www.stahls.com/printable-heat-transfer-vinyl
Can this machine be used with a MacBook? This is the kind of machine I’ve been looking for. I want the print then cut floor machine, the one I have now only cuts
If you have an Intel MacBook you can install Windows 10 on it. Either using BootCamp (dual boot - when the Mac starts you pick if you want to boot into macOS or Windows) ... or ... use virtualization software such as Parallels or VMware. The point is, you can run Windows 10 on your Mac. Macs have been able to do this for years. Once you are booted into Windows 10 on your Mac, install and run the Roland software.
Does it matter on the color of material
Hi - How durable is the heat transfer? I'm thinking to print on baby clothes ( which are very strechy ) - will i tear or wrinkle after wash? Thank you
Janet Yang its possible!
Can you please advice transparent folie with glue for outside decals?
Can I print white and silver-metalic on a decal? I need white to print behind the colours and have some silver-metalic parts.
What about transparent lamination?
Thanks!
Hello - please visit www.stahls.ca/sign-making-media-supplies for all of our printable decal materials and information.
Is this same as dtf printer
Nope - this is a print/cut system that uses solvent inks.
How do you add this kind of outline to the design you printed? I see its an outline using the colors of the main design. Thank you!
CORRIDOS EN VIVO you can make the putline on illustrator with the versawork swatches. the stroke hast to be 0,025 pt. if you need something just answer to this comment i will help you
@@luluu8373 Thank you for your reply. I was referring to the color stroke or image bleed he added on his design. Is this done through illustrator as well?
you can also do die cut with these? like for sticker slaps?
please start shipping to Canada
We have a division in Canada that can ship to you - www.stahls.ca/home
@@StahlsTV sweet thank you🙏
With just the 4 color inks...can it print neon colors?
Can I do decals ?
Unfortunately not true neon, but you can get close. Yes, you can create decals!
Hey, which print/cut machine would you recommend with 6 colours (CMYK) including clear coat to give 3d effects AND braille and also metallic for glossy finishes?
Found some??
would I still achieve the great print quality for apparel if I get the white ink option
I heard you need the cmykm option for the apparel
You will most definitely achieve great print quality with the white ink option. As long as you are purchasing the machine new and select the white ink option you will be fine. If you already own the machine, you can't change your ink selection.
¡Ayuda! tengo un plotter de este modelo, Roland BN-20 y me ocasiona mucha dificultad ¡cargar el material! el carro del plotter activa la alarma cada que coloco material y tengo que estar moviendo el rodillo de ajuste para atinar, ya lo hice como dice el manual y 9 de cada 10 veces me ocasiona este problema. ¿ Alguien sabrá como corregirlo? pierdo una enorme cantidad de tiempo
Looks like a great printer...but heard that it is very slow and for that reason not practical for an actual business. Is the machine slow in printing and cutting? Especially for orders of 100+
It's certainly slower than the larger print/cut systems. Ideally for 100+ orders you would want to go with something such as a Roland TrueVIS: www.stahls.com/printer-cutter-roland-truevis-sg if you're looking for a quick turn solution.
So whats the best ink choice for signs and shirts?
red
Dumb question I'm sure. But how does one remove the printed work from the machine?
There are no dumb questions! 🙂 You can cut the piece off with either a utility knife or scissors.
Hi could this machine cut the vinyl and how much the price for it thank you
I mean could this machine cut the vinyl by itself without print on it like just cut the letters and make logos
Hello - yes, this machine cuts the vinyl by itself. We no longer offer this machine. Please visit rolanddga.com for distributors.
Can you print on bags?
There are a variety of Cad-Color materials that are great for bags.
How long does the ink last?
It depends on how much you print.
what design software i can use with the bn 20 cadworklive, inkscape, coraldraw or illustrator and which one work the best for this machine thank you
Hello,
CorelDRAW and Adobe Illustrator will both work with the BN-20. CadworxLIVE will not, and we aren't really familiar with InkScape. Hope this helps!
what about white?
+Peter Arnold The white ink is used for printing on static clings as well as clear decals if you want to achieve a white color. If you would want the clings or decals to be clear, you would not have any ink printed in that area.
Hi
My question can I download any pic over internet and print it and cut it ?
Yes, however, some graphics are licensed images and need to be authorized for use. For example, professional sports teams and colleges.
How Much Bn20 Price?
if I wanna do heat transfer and a static cling or clear
should I get the white option will that work for both
+loyal365 Yes, you would want the white option in that case.
Where can we get media for BN20 here in México?
Please reach out to stahlsinternational@stahls.com for information on products available.
What kind of ink does this use? I've been trying to print stickers for ages. Samsung laserjet and Epson inkjet, etc.. nothing works. The ink will smudge or scratch, as if all consumer sticker paper is one big scam. 1 month of dry time, no change.
I know that commercial stickers are made on solvent printers, which are 100000000% indestructable to abrasion, moisture, constant warmth (back of a laptop or phone) and they simply do not smudge or rub/wear/fade. Will the bn20 give me these desirable results?
Is this bn20 not really a regular an inkjet, but actually a solvent printer?
This printer uses eco-solvent ink.
Hi, you need to purchase an inkjet printer for consumer based sticker paper. I can promise you that will work. I use it all the time.
Can I use it with a MacBook? Thanks
Unfortunately, the BN-20 is only Windows compatible.
What type of transfer media is that?
We show many different types of printable material in this video. The materials are all from our CAD-COLOR® line. Check out our full selection of CAD-COLOR® materials here: www.stahls.com/printable-digital-material?icn=topnavtpf&ici=cadcolor
Will this printer print on any kind of vinyl media? Like thicker vinyl for low tac surfaces (vehicle vinyl for motocross).
This printer is an eco-solvent printer so it will print on decal vinyl for cars, window clings, banners, canvas, wall graphics, and heat transfer.
@@StahlsTV 20" is the media width is limited to certain brands and types of vinyl. Have you had anyone do a slit to an air release film to work with the machine at 20"?
Nice Machine but its so slow which makes it very over priced you should tell the people how long this print tuck to print it ????
The quality of the machine is better than more expensive one's out today.
How much does the ink cost?
Hello, the CMYK inks are $69.99, the white ink is $99.99, and MT Silver ink is $229.99. This pricing is for 220 ml ink.
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How long did it take to print the image?
Approximately 6-8 minutes to print on the BN-20.
@@StahlsTV 6-8 minutes to print and cut both of the images? Or 6/8 minutes to only print one image?
Hint: avoid touching media printing area. Or use cotton gloves.
Is the print waterproof or has it to be laminated in a second step? For stickers for example.
@@guinefortCH printer use Eco Solvent ink, so print is 100% waterproof. No need for lamination. I use lamination only for "heavy duty" stickers like: being often washed with chemichals (in hospitals, restaurants etc), long time sun exposure, or business cars and vans which are daily and constantly on the road etc...
As a business owner it's only 20 inches max.
how much the bn20 cost
The regular price for the BN-20 is $8,495.00. However, that does not include any special promotions or offers that may be going on at the time.
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CAN I HAVE A SAMPLE PRINT AND CUT
If you go on their website you can
Request a sample !
I can't get my bn20 to to do a test print. Does anyone else have this problem? If so. How do you fix it?
WELCOME TO THE CLUB, I HAVE A BN20 TOO WHIT 1000 PROBLEMS, I ASK FOR HELP AND NOBODY KNOWS HOW TO SOLVE MY PROBLEMS.
@@hortiz2528 I ended up fixing it myself. It was a setting on my new windows 10 laptop that had to be changed. So I played around until I got it to work. But yea, the fact that they don't reply on here really sucks. I think it's mostly because they're trying to force people to pay the $200 for tech support. Smfh
I LIVE IN SAN ANTONIO,TX, AND I HOPPE WE KEEP IN TOUCH, I AM AN ILLUSTRATOR AN I MADE MY DESIGNS BUT THIS PRINTER DOES NOT ACCEPT THEM BECAUSE SAYSTHAT ARE CORRUTRD IN 30 YEARS I HAVE NOT TROUBLE WHIT MY 2 BIG PRINTERS AND THE PINCH ROLLERS IS ANOTHER PROBLEM WHIT THE BN-29.
@@hortiz2528 That sounds like a software issue. You should probably call them and see if you can get some tech help.
I ASK THE ROLAND DILER HERE IN SAN ANTONIO AND THEY DO KNOW WHERE IS THE PROBLEM
This is a really good printer ruclips.net/user/postUgkxciSwynMJ7PnUvvx11rewiu-yFBkZTl53 . The reason I gave 4 stars for tech support (which I don't think this would classify as tech support) is because once you turn the printer on, it does require a little bit of start up time which may bother some who are in a hurry to quickly print something. To offset that though the printer prints very quickly. I would definitely purchase this printer again.
Great!
Price would be helpful
As this video is older, please visit www.stahls.com/print-cut-machines for more information on the print/cut systems we currently offer.
It prints so slowly
I BAY THE PRINTER BN 20 FOR SMALLER WORKS BUT EVERY TIME I WSNT TO USE IT, A MESSAGE SAYS THAT MY DESIGNS ARE CORRUPTED. I PUT A MESSAGE ASKING HOW I CAN DO SO THAT THIS MESSAGE DOES NOT APPESR BUT AFTER A MONTH NOBODY ANSWER ME. THIS IS THE WORST PRINTE I HAVE BOUGHT , I HAVE 2 ROLANDS AND A MUTOH 54"AND FOR 30 YEARS NEVER NEVER HAVE THIS PROBLEM, IT IS BETTER TO BUY A GIG PRINTER OR TO BUY A DIFFERENT BRAND, I THINK I THROW MY MONEY WHIT THIS PRINTER
Please email qe@stahls.com for technical support.
I WANT TO KNOW HOW I CAN MAKE MY MY BN 20 MAKE MIS DESIGNS , I AM AN ILLUSTRATOR AND I MAKE MY OWN DESIGNS, I PUT THEM ON PDF AS ROLAND SAYS THEY CAN USED BUT THE PRINTER NEITHER ACCEPTS THEM. IF YOU CAN HELP ME PLEASE ANSWER ME BY MY EMAIL. THANK YOU SCREEN GRAPHICS H
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As a business owner I say "why so expensive, and the ink costs"???
Personally I think the ink lasts a very long time and the print quality is very high.
Inconsisent print quality; slow in production performance; too much maintenance required; causes a lot of supplies (i.e., ink and paper) waste; time consuming - you must sit and watch the machine or run the risk of greater lost of supplies.Too expensive of an investment for such poor performance and unreliability. This machine will cause you to lose customers and work added work hours to complete production. Truly dissatisfied with the Roland Versa Studio BN-20.
Have you found a better machine yet that doesn’t have all of these cons? I’m looking to expand but don’t know what machine/machines to go with
Carolyn, sound disgruntled, haven’t seen anything close to this in price point. Your one of the few that gave it a bad review. What other suggestion do you have in this price point?
Lol you sound like a competitor
Can you suggest alternatives?
The damn over priced machine 👍
Compared to what?
Danny Ward exactly.
thanks for the information