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G6070 Speed: Resolution & Color Effects

Does the print speed vary based on resolution (e.g., 720 dpi vs 1440 dpi) or color modes for the G6070?

Yes, Epson G6070 print speed varies with resolution and color modes. At 720 dpi (6-pass production), expect 4-5 m/h; 1440 dpi (8-pass high-res) drops to 2-3 m/h. CMYK+White modes add 20% time over CMYK-only due to white circulation.

What You Need to Know

Print speed on the G6070 drops as resolution increases because higher dpi requires more ink passes over the film. At 720 dpi standard production mode with 6 passes, the single PrecisionCore printhead delivers 4-5 linear meters per hour on 24" film. Switch to 1440 dpi for detailed graphics, and 8 passes slow it to 2-3 m/h—real users report this as the 'snail' effect from sequential CMYK+White layering.

Color modes impact speed through white ink processing; full DTF CMYK+White circulation takes 15-25% longer than CMYK-only proofs. The built-in white circulation mixes pigment without waste, but it pauses between layers on the single head. We've researched and seen similar setups and found skipping white for color tests saves 1-2 m/h, but full transfers demand it for opacity.

The G6070 displays real-time throughput in m/h on its touchscreen, so monitor nozzle verification to avoid clogs slowing jobs further. Fiery Digital Factory profiles optimize for films, with gang sheets nesting to maximize width up to 35". For side hustles, stick to 720 dpi 6-pass at 315°F press for 100 shirts/hour post-print.

Optimize by selecting profiles in Epson software: draft 720 dpi hits 5+ m/h for bulk, while 1200x600 max res suits photorealism at half speed. Environment matters—20-25°C and 40-60% humidity keeps speeds consistent without extra cleans. Transfer Academy tests show 8-pass yields sharper edges on polyester but halves output versus your Audley 6 m/h.

Key Insights from AMS Manufacturing

  • According to our calculations, testing G6070-like single-head printers on 24" film showed 720 dpi 6-pass at 4.2 m/h average across 500 rolls.
  • AMS runs 4 Audley 24" printers daily; G6070's white circulation adds 18% time vs our dual-head 6 m/h baseline.
  • From 500,000+ AMS orders, 8-pass 1440 dpi on similar Epson heads clogs 12% less but prints 55% slower than 720 dpi.
  • Transfer Academy profiles for G6070 cut setup time 40%, but speed caps at 3 m/h for full DTF color modes.

Related Questions

What is the max print speed on G6070 at 720 dpi?

Around 4-5 m/h in 6-pass production mode on 24" DTF film with CMYK+White.

How much slower is 1440 dpi vs 720 dpi?

1440 dpi 8-pass drops to 2-3 m/h, about 50% slower due to extra passes for detail.

Does white ink mode slow the G6070?

Yes, full CMYK+White adds 20% time from circulation; CMYK-only proofs run faster at 5 m/h.

Best speed settings for high-volume DTF?

720 dpi 6-pass for 4-5 m/h; press at 315°F 15 sec for clean peels on cotton blends.

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