Roland VersaSTUDIO BY2-20 20" Desktop Direct-to-Film (DTF) Printer
Compact 20" Desktop DTF Printer for High-Quality Apparel Transfers, Reliable Production, and On-Demand Custom Garment Printing
***Please Note: This printer DOES NOT ship with ink cartridges or starter inks. A full set of ink cartridges must be purchased with the printer for it to be operational.***
The Roland VersaSTUDIO BY2-20 20" Desktop Direct-to-Film (DTF) Printer is Roland DG's next-generation compact DTF printing solution, engineered to provide dependable production, enhanced print stability, and outstanding transfer quality for apparel decorators, custom garment businesses, print shops, promotional product companies, and startup DTF operations. Designed as a complete desktop DTF production platform, the BY2-20 combines advanced hardware, intelligent software, and Roland DG's proven color technology to deliver professional-quality heat transfers for a wide range of textile applications.
Built to support consistent day-to-day production, the BY2-20 features a redesigned DTF ink delivery system, dual white ink channels, improved filtration, advanced internal temperature management, automated media alignment, and enhanced printhead performance. These upgrades help maintain accurate color reproduction, strong white ink density, and dependable production stability across both short runs and extended print jobs.
Whether you're producing custom T-shirts, sportswear, tote bags, aprons, uniforms, home décor products, promotional items, or personalized apparel, the BY2-20 allows you to create vibrant, durable transfers that can be applied to cotton, polyester, polyester blends, denim, nylon, rayon, and many other fabrics. The system excels at producing intricate graphics, fine details, small text, gradients, and vibrant full-color designs with excellent wash durability.
Included Roland DG software tools simplify the entire production process, from artwork creation and white layer generation to RIP processing, print management, and remote printer monitoring. Roland DG Connect Designer, VersaWorks 7 RIP Software, and Roland DG Connect work together to create a streamlined design-to-print workflow that helps reduce setup errors, improve efficiency, and maintain consistent production results.
In addition to DTF production, the BY2-20 also supports standalone contour cutting and hybrid DTF/heat transfer vinyl (HTV) workflows, giving businesses the flexibility to expand their service offerings beyond traditional DTF printing. Its compact footprint makes it ideal for retail environments, home-based businesses, startup apparel brands, schools, sports organizations, and production facilities where space is limited.
What's New with the Roland VersaSTUDIO BY2-20?
The Roland VersaSTUDIO BY2-20 builds upon the success of the original BY-20 while introducing several important enhancements designed specifically to improve DTF reliability, consistency, and production efficiency.
- New DTF-optimized ink delivery system for improved white ink consistency.
- Enhanced filtration system helps reduce ink-related interruptions and supports stable operation.
- Advanced internal cooling and temperature management for more reliable production.
- Improved printhead performance and greater print stability during long production runs.
- Dual white ink configuration with 500 ml white ink cartridges for stronger white density and consistent output.
- Refined automated media alignment system helps reduce skew and improve print accuracy.
- Updated software workflow featuring Roland DG Connect Designer, VersaWorks 7, and Roland DG Connect integration.
- Improved production monitoring and maintenance management capabilities.
- Greater operational stability for businesses running continuous daily DTF production.
Compared to the original Roland BY-20, the BY2-20 focuses heavily on production consistency, print reliability, workflow efficiency, and reduced maintenance interruptions. These enhancements make it a stronger choice for growing apparel businesses that require dependable day-to-day DTF output.
Key Features & Benefits
- 20-inch desktop Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing platform.
- Produces vibrant, transfer-ready graphics with excellent color accuracy.
- Dual white ink channels for improved white density and consistency.
- Advanced ink delivery and filtration system.
- Automated media alignment and setup.
- Reliable printhead performance during continuous production.
- Built-in support for Roland DG DTF Film and S-PG2 inks.
- Integrated Roland DG Connect Designer software.
- VersaWorks 7 RIP Software included.
- Remote monitoring through Roland DG Connect.
- Supports cotton, polyester, blends, denim, nylon, rayon, and more.
- Ideal for short runs, custom orders, one-offs, and on-demand production.
- Standalone cutting functionality for graphics, lettering, and specialty applications.
- Compact footprint suitable for small shops and retail environments.
Ideal Applications
- Custom T-Shirts
- Sportswear and Team Apparel
- Corporate Uniforms
- Aprons
- Tote Bags
- Promotional Products
- Fashion Apparel
- School Spirit Wear
- Home Décor Textiles
- Personalized Gifts
- Small-Batch Production
- Print-on-Demand Businesses
Understanding the DTF Printing Process
- Prepare Print Data – Create artwork and generate white layers using Roland DG Connect Designer or VersaWorks 7.
- Print to Film – Print the design onto Roland DG DTF Film using S-PG2 CMYK and White inks.
- Apply Powder – Apply Roland DG S-Powder while the ink remains wet and remove excess powder.
- Cure the Powder – Melt and cure the powder using a curing oven or compatible shaker system.
- Transfer with Heat and Pressure – Apply the finished transfer to garments using a heat press.
Included DTF Workflow Software
Roland DG Connect Designer
Create print-ready artwork with vector editing tools, automatic white layer generation, and background removal capabilities.
VersaWorks 7 RIP Software
Professional RIP software that supports transparent PNG handling, white layer processing, color management, nesting, and production workflow controls.
Roland DG Connect
Monitor printer performance, maintenance activity, job status, and production metrics remotely from virtually anywhere.
What's Included
- BY2-20 Printer
- Power Cord
- Media Holders
- Replacement Blade for Separating Knife
- User's Manual
- VersaWorks Software
- 1-Year Trouble-Free Warranty
- Roland DG Connect Software
(Ink sold separately; required for printer setup.)
BY2-20 Printer Size & Dimensions
- Width: 42.09 in (1,069 mm)
- Depth: 30.99 in (787 mm)
- Height: 24.49 in (622 mm)
- Weight: 145.51 lb (66 kg)
