Epson has announced two new 44-inch wide format dye-sublimation printers — the SureColor F6470 and SureColor F6470H. Designed to maximize productivity for print businesses, the versatile four-color SureColor F6470 and six-color SureColor F6470H generate fast output for quickly and efficiently producing high-quality transfer images. The new models will replace the SureColor F6370 and join Epson's line of SureColor F-Series dye-sublimation printers.

The SureColor F6470H is a recipient of the PRINTING United Pinnacle Product Award in the "roll-to-roll dye-sublimation on metal category."

Purpose built to create custom-printed products, the SureColor F6470 generates four-color output at speeds up to 820 ft²/hr to quickly and efficiently produce high-quality images for promotional and personalized goods, apparel, home décor, soft signage and more. The SureColor F6470H prints six-color output at speeds up to 400 ft²/hr and allows for multiple ink configurations to meet various color needs — CMYK plus either light cyan/light magenta, fluorescent pink/fluorescent yellow or orange/violet. The expanded color options make it an ideal solution for producing photographic panels, flags and banners, with the ability to meet branding color requirements for corporate clients.

"These models are engineered to deliver the reliability and high image quality Epson is known for, with some of the fastest dye-sublimation printer speeds in the market," said Tim Check, senior product manager for professional imaging, Epson America Inc. "With the expansion of three ink configurations, the SureColor F6470H provides the ability to hit specific corporate colors, making it a unique offering and one that will open up opportunities for print shops in the high-end dye-sublimation photo market."

The new models feature a 1.33-inch PrecisionCore MicroTFP printhead with Nozzle Verification Technology (NVT) for consistent print quality. An integrated ink pack system utilizing 1.6-liter UltraChrome DS Ink packs allow the printers to continuously deliver rich color saturation and contrast. Designed with ease of use in mind, both models come with a 4.3-inch touch-screen control panel, an easily accessible maintenance area, a built-in cutter for roll-to-sheet convenience, and a media take-up reel system for unattended printing. 

Additional features include:

• PrecisionCore MicroTFP printhead with NVT — Delivers consistent, high print quality day after day
• Astounding image quality — Highly efficient UltraChrome DS Ink delivers extraordinary color saturation and high color contrast
• Seamless workflow — Powerful Epson Edge Print workflow software, featuring Adobe PDF Print Engine
• Versatile media support — Features a media take-up reel for unattended printing and a built-in cutter for roll-to-sheet convenience
• Performance optimized for Epson DS Transfer Paper — Universal, Rigid Photo Optimized, Adhesive Textile and Multipurpose paper types available
• Low user maintenance — Easily accessible maintenance area helps ensure consistent, reliable performance
• Epson Cloud Solution PORT² — Provides live production monitoring of printer fleet, including production rates and printer utilization

The SureColor F6470 ($8,195 MSRP) and SureColor F6470H ($8,695 MSRP) will be available in early 2023 through authorized Epson Professional Imaging resellers. The models are designed for use exclusively with Epson ink packs and offer a one-year limited on-site warranty with extended service plans available.