Roland VersaSTUDIO BD-8

The VersaSTUDIO BD-8 is the perfect entry-level Desktop UV Flatbed Printer for customising objects. It's a compact device which prints directly onto a huge range of items and the possibilites are virtually endless. It is ideal for schools, small home offices, retail shops, and maker spaces.

The BD-8 allows you to print directly onto a wide variety of materials including plastics, paper, leather and wood. Even glass and metal can be printed on using the onboard primer ink.

The prints are vibrant with detailed graphics and text. As well as printing directly onto a vast array of materials, these 3D objects can be up to 101mm thick.

With the use of advanced UV printing technology, including a high-definition print head, stunning graphics and detailed text can be effortlessly created. UV technology prints beautifully and graphics adhere well to a wide variety of substrates.

The ECO-UV 5 inks produce vibrant graphics and unique effects while also being GREENGUARD Gold certified.

The printer is priced to suit the budgets of start-ups, home businesses, and smaller retail operations. It's built-in fume extractor ensures optimum safety by filtering out fumes. Legendary Roland DG reliability, low maintenance, and customer support comes as standard.

• Compact design fits easily on your desktop – ideal for schools, small home offices, retail shops, and maker spaces.
  
• Included VersaWorks 6 professional output software and FlexiDesigner VersaSTUDIO Edition design software make design, operation, and production easier than ever.
  
• Optional rotary accessory makes it possible to print fully around smaller cylindrical and curved objects, such as
  bottles, jars, and pens.
  
• Access to the Roland DG Connect app provides you with a detailed understanding of your printer while helping to keep your devices running at optimum performance.

Images can be designed in virtually any graphics package, though we would, of course, recommend TechSoft Design V3. The image is then transferred to the RIP software provided with the printer, ie., VersaWorks 6. The texture patterns, white base primer, etc., can be added to the design before outputting to the machine.