The A3 Thermal Printer is your ultimate solution for creating up to 50,000 stencils effortlessly. Specially designed to meet the demands of busy tattoo shops, this 115v thermal imaging machine ensures a smooth and efficient workflow.
Say goodbye to time-consuming freehand stenciling! With this user-friendly thermal copier, you can easily apply your stencil designs onto your clients' skin. You can count on reliable performance and safety features, including a manual feed switch and automatic overheat protection. Maintenance is a breeze, and you'll experience minimal jams.
This 230v thermal copier is tailored for use in the US, where the power grid ranges from 110v to 120v. Please verify the compatibility of your country's electrical grid before making a purchase.
Engineered and manufactured in Germany, this thermal imager guarantees quality and precision. For optimal results, use carbon toner copies from copiers and laser printers. Keep in mind that standard inkjet/CMYK printers won't work, as they aren't carbon-based. However, certain modern inkjet printers, like the Canon Pixma models, with pigmented cartridges can be used with the Thermal Imager.
Be sure to check out our gallery of images to see a comparison between standard ink copies and pigment copies, as well as a demonstration of the Spirit Classic Purple and Green stencil paper's performance at different speed settings.
Please take note that this item comes equipped with transportation locks for safe shipment. Remember to remove these locks before using the machine to avoid any potential damage.
- Net Weight: ~14lb
- Measurements: 4.5" (H) x 20.5" (W) 7.9" (D)
- Voltage: ~230v (50Hz)
- Automatic protection from overheating
- Two-fan cooling
- Dial in heat settings for more detailed stencils
- Manual feed switch
- Recommended Carrier Size: 1.3" x 17.9"
- Easy to use; allows for direct application of stencil design onto client's skin
- Engineered and manufactured in Germany
- One-year manufacturer’s warranty; does not cover damage caused by transportation locks
Tips:
In order to regulate the intensity of energy used for the copying process, you can vary the speed ranging from 1 to 10 (Note: you cannot adjust the lamp; it always burns at the same intensity).
Stencil papers from different manufacturers, brands, and batches vary, so it is important to test and find the appropriate speed-setting for the stencil paper you use. It is recommended to start on speed-setting 8.0 (generally, settings between 6.5 and 8.0 have been found to be optimal), and adjust to find the best setting for your situation. Faster speed equals a higher number, resulting in a lighter copy. Slower speeds equals a lower number, resulting in a darker copy.
Replacement Pieces and Accessories:
Replacement 115v Lamp
Replacement Glass Tube
Thermal Carrier for 11" Paper
Thermal Carrier for 14" Paper
Thermal Carrier for Thermal Paper Roll
Resources:
Instruction Manual for Thermal Imaging Machine
Thermal Copier Maintenance Checklist (English)
Mainboard Replacement Manual (English)
Thermal Copier FAQ (English)
Thermal Copier FAQ (German)