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how I can order all the things what I was asking for?
We will offer you the proforma invoice after you confirm the order with us.
Then you can pay us by the following three methods:
1. By Bank
2. By Paypal
3. By Western Union
Then you can pay us by the following three methods:
1. By Bank
2. By Paypal
3. By Western Union
Does your price includes all costs for the machine?
Yes, our machine is ready to use. The price includes every necessary parts to operate the machine.
I have the money ready to go, shall I send it via Western Union? What are the terms?
Yes, you can pay us by Western Union. Our practice of payment is 100% T/T, we will offer you the proforma invoice after you confirm the order with us.
About shipment
What is the delivery time of your printer?
Normally, we are able to arrange the shipment in three working days after payment.
Operation & Maintanence
How many T-shirts can be printed in a day with your 1400 flatbed printer?
There are about 140 pieces of T shirt can be printed in a day(A4 size and 8 work hours).
How long time can I store the printer without printing?
We guarantee 3 days without the head clogging when printer does not print. But if we need to stay the machine for longer time than 3days, we will need to take the head away from the printer and make a through cleaning on the whole ink system.
Is it possible to have samples of various prints and some CDs with films showing how to operate the device?
Yes, we have such films showing how to operate device.
Your ink have to heat or not. How much the temperature?
The printing with our ink can be washed 10-15 times without fading, and 25-30 times after heating at 140 degree.
Could you please explain a little bit about how the machine behave in windows ?
Our machine is like normal printer. We are using the machine by the CorelDraw software for output. And it can work with windows XP 2000, vista, windows 7,Apple Mac etc.
Could you explain a little bit how I would use a program to send bitmaps and initiate the engraving ?
We just need to load the BMP, GIF, JPGE, AI, etc format files into CorelDraw software and then we can output directly.
I can't find which software the machine comes with, can you tell me?
We use CorelDraw software to design the images and to control the machine. we can output files directly from CorelDraw, it is more convenient.
I wonder if the Machine Panel and instruction are in english?
Yes, the control panel and our user manual both are in English.
How will I be able to import / work with DXF files within Coreldraw?
When using the CorelDraw, we just need to load the DXP format file into the CorelDraw software and the files can be output directly from CorelDraw.
About machine spare parts
How can I get Machine’s spare parts?
There are two methods.
1. You can order the spare parts together with the machine, this is the safest way.
2. The other way is you can inform us when you need to replace the consumables, we will send them to you within 48 working hours.
1. You can order the spare parts together with the machine, this is the safest way.
2. The other way is you can inform us when you need to replace the consumables, we will send them to you within 48 working hours.
If we are using your flatbed printers, are there a lot of accessories needed?
Our printing machine is ready to use and we don't need other spare parts.
Do these printers have accessory?
Yes, the accessory includes:
.100ml of inks for each color
.01 power cable
.01 USB cable
.01 encoder strip setting system
.01 bottle of cleaning liquid
.01 bottle of coating for some hard materials like stone, metal, etc.
.100ml of inks for each color
.01 power cable
.01 USB cable
.01 encoder strip setting system
.01 bottle of cleaning liquid
.01 bottle of coating for some hard materials like stone, metal, etc.
What will be the source of spare parts in India.
We can send the spare parts directly from China in 2 working days.
Also if your printer have a repeat buton (after loading the image in printer memory and print it, we want to may repeat this print again without computer software...) on it it'is also be good?
We are glad to inform that our BR-A2 flatbed printer have a repeat button and support 512M memory card, which means we can repeat the printhing job without computer software.
Cartridges/cost of colors(refil)?
We would like to inform you that we sell the CISS system as a whole, and the price of CISS is $55 per set. But once any of cartridges is broken, it is easliy to change another new single cartridge.
About printing samples
Can you send some sample of Rubber sheet, Acrylic and glass?
We can offer the samples to clients for free.
Can I send the materials for testing to you?
Yes. Please send the materials along with the CD which contains the artwork you hope to use.
Our contact information is as following:
2709 Room, Soaring Building,Fortune Road No.2,Fengtai District,Beijing,China.100070
Our contact information is as following:
2709 Room, Soaring Building,Fortune Road No.2,Fengtai District,Beijing,China.100070
If I need printing samples,should I pay the shipping cost?
Yes. The cost for the printing samples shipment should be on our client for two ways.
Is that possible if I need samples with my artwork?
Yes.Please send to info@brotherjet.com and make detailed explaination for the materials you will use.
How much time do you need to make new samples?
We will send out the finished products in 2 working days after we receive the materials.
Do you supply samples printed on some object I send you that I would pay for?
Yes. We hope to get your samples printed and send you back for inspection.
Please notice that: It is better for you to send us artwork for the samples in CD.
Please notice that: It is better for you to send us artwork for the samples in CD.
Can i send you my picture and print it on the case?
We would like to print your photo on the case as sample, and it is for free, but by our practice you need pay the delivery fee.
how can I get my hands on some printed samples of different materials?
We provide two kinds of samples:
a. Standard samples including metal, glass, wood, PVC, and T-shirt etc. We can send these standard samples to you at once if you want.
b. We also accept customized sample service. We will make samples with your artwork and the material under your requirement, and we will send you the customized sample as soon as possible.
a. Standard samples including metal, glass, wood, PVC, and T-shirt etc. We can send these standard samples to you at once if you want.
b. We also accept customized sample service. We will make samples with your artwork and the material under your requirement, and we will send you the customized sample as soon as possible.
Can I send you a couple of items to print on so I can see the result, I can also send the required images
We welcome you sending us items to print on for testing the result. And our Address is:
2709 Room, Soaring Building,Fortune Road No.2,Fengtai District,Beijing,China.100070.
2709 Room, Soaring Building,Fortune Road No.2,Fengtai District,Beijing,China.100070.
About printing materials and size
For improve the stability of color do i need some fixation material?
We do not need fixation materials, which is only needed when print on metal material.
How many machines you have for the A3+ size?
What is the max printing thickness of the machine?
Our printer can print the materials with the thickness up to 20cm.
My main concern was that the printing on the objects like metal pens and other hard surface the ink was not stable and was easily wiped out. I don't know why?
The problem is:
The ink is not stable enough actually, but it is better if we can apply the heating by hair or our heating board. It will be much better.
The ink is not stable enough actually, but it is better if we can apply the heating by hair or our heating board. It will be much better.
Can your machines print on dark garments?
Yes, they can, you just need print the white color ink on the dark garment first.
Is it possible print directly on metal using your ink printer?
Yes, it can print directly on metal, and we have coating which make the printing more stably.
Can your printing machine print scaling on dials?
Yes, our machine can print scaling on dials, it is one of the main applications of our machine.
Is that ok for your printer to print on the top of water pp cup sealed by pp cover?
Our flatbed printers can be used for this PP, PE, ABS, materials. And it is very stable. We have lots of clients all over the world using 1400(1390) A3 flatbed printer already.
Can we print Plastic Cards like ID cards on your flatbed printer?
Yes, you can print on plastic cards and variety of materials directly.
Is your printer possible to print on pvc sheets that are used to make smart cards or id cards?
Yes, that printing on PVC sheets which used to make smart cards and ID cards is available.
can we print on nonweaven fabrics?
Printing on nonweaven fabrics is available.
Is the Brother-Jet 1400 flatbed printer able to print the layout on a PC-compatible keyboard (white,black)? If yes, can it print on keys that are not flat?
It is hard to find the exactly position for the keyboard on the flatbed during printing, which means the printing image may not on the exactly right place of the keyboard.
do you have it for t-shirt printing with white ink for dark t-shirts?
Printing with white ink on the dark T-shirts is available. We have both white ink and its particular printing software which is helpful for the excellent printing result.
I would like to know if one of your machines can print on metal such as silver and gold. How does the image stay stuck to metal, for instance.
We have to say that if you want the image stay stuck on the metal, the special pro-coating needed to be printed on the metal materials first. Any kind of printers need this pro-coating if we want to print on the hard surface like metal,we believe.
Can flatbed printer also print on round material like glass?
Yes, The machine can print on round materials including glass, cup, golf ball etc. rely on our cylinder jig.
i look for printer that can print directly on plastic case for mobile phone. what can you offer me?
we would like to recommond our BR-1400 flatbed printer. Cause it can print directly on plastic case of mobile phone. Since it is the entry level flatbed printer, so it is very ease to use, and the price is reasonable.
Do I have to order the things I need to print a vine glasses and the other similar things separately?
We need to choose irregular rotary jig for printing wine glass, bottle etc. irregular items.
My friends door is 90 cm wide, will he be able to take your printing machine through it?
Yes, we can take the machine through the door.
Can you tell me what is the persistence of these colors in different materials?
The colors in most of the materials can persist more than 2 years with good result. And we do not need fixation materials, which is only needed when print on metal material.
What kind of inks does the printer use and what is the cost of the ink?
Our flatbed printers are working with two types of inks as following:
1. Direct Dye Solvent inks. This ink is specially used for rigid materials like stone, metal, glass, pvc, crystal, wood, etc. This ink can be printed directly on wood, pvc, acrylic without any coating. But we had better use coating for the metal, stone, crystal for better stability and durability.
2. Water-based pigment ink. This ink is specially used for the textile like t-shirt.
1. Direct Dye Solvent inks. This ink is specially used for rigid materials like stone, metal, glass, pvc, crystal, wood, etc. This ink can be printed directly on wood, pvc, acrylic without any coating. But we had better use coating for the metal, stone, crystal for better stability and durability.
2. Water-based pigment ink. This ink is specially used for the textile like t-shirt.
please can you give us your suggestions for your last technology flatbed printer A3 able to print with white ink without pre treatment on metal or pvc?
According to your requirement, we believe our BR-1900 flatbed printer will be a good choice for you, because it is able to print with white ink without pre treatment on metal and PVC directly, but for some hard surface materials like metal, printing pre-coating first will help the printing result much more stable. Many of our clients print USB flashdrive with our BR-1900 printer around the world.
About mould & jig
Can flatbed printer also print on round material like glass?
Yes, The machine can print on round materials including glass, cup, golf ball etc. rely on our cylinder jig.
Do I have to order the things I need to print a vine glasses and the other similar things separately?
We need to choose irregular rotary jig for printing wine glass, bottle etc. irregular items.
Do the machine have the possibility of rotary printing?
Yes, our machine can do rotary printing for sure.
How many types of jigs you have?
We have two kinds of rotary jig. One is cylinder rotary jig, which is for round or cylindrical pringting like golf. The other is irregular rotary jig, which is for irregular printing like wine glass.
Do you supply or know of a supplier that makes customized printing jigs for the printer?
Yes. Our machines have CD, PEN, GOLF, Name card jigs burdled already. And also we supply customized jigs for our clients.
About inks
Cartridges/cost of colors(refil)?
We would like to inform you that we sell the CISS system as a whole, and the price of CISS is $55 per set. But once any of cartridges is broken, it is easliy to change another new single cartridge.
Your ink have to heat or not. How much the temperature?
The printing with our ink can be washed 10-15 times without fading, and 25-30 times after heating at 140 degree.
Maybe if there is other head cleaner or any cleanin kit or anything?
For cleaning system, we use EPSON original ink pump and ink station, and we are regret to inform you that we do not have other cleaning system for the moment.
What is the dot size of the ink?
1.5 Picoliter.
Can your machines print on dark garments?
Yes, they can, you just need print the white color ink on the dark garment first.
What is the shelf life of the ink
The ink shelf life is 12 months in good condition (No direct sunshine, under the degree of 30).
Can your printer print white color? If yes, how many colors I will have on the machine? and how to print white?
Yes, our BR1900 model printer can print white ink. We will have only 5 colors(C, M, Y, K, W, W, W, W) on the machine if we use white ink. We need special software for the printing of the white firstly.
The printing process is as following:
1. Make the coating by the spray gun on the materials first.
2. Make the white printing or the colorful printing on the materials first.
3. Make the colorful or white printing on the materials for the second time.
4. Finish the printing
The printing process is as following:
1. Make the coating by the spray gun on the materials first.
2. Make the white printing or the colorful printing on the materials first.
3. Make the colorful or white printing on the materials for the second time.
4. Finish the printing
I want to print photos on petg and glass how long before the images fade?
For the printing of glass and petg,it is better to apply coating before printing and the image can stand for 2years.
What kind of inks does the printer use and what is the cost of the ink?
Our flatbed printers are working with two types of inks as following:
1. Direct Dye Solvent inks. This ink is specially used for rigid materials like stone, metal, glass, pvc, crystal, wood, etc. This ink can be printed directly on wood, pvc, acrylic without any coating. But we had better use coating for the metal, stone, crystal for better stability and durability.
2. Water-based pigment ink. This ink is specially used for the textile like t-shirt.
1. Direct Dye Solvent inks. This ink is specially used for rigid materials like stone, metal, glass, pvc, crystal, wood, etc. This ink can be printed directly on wood, pvc, acrylic without any coating. But we had better use coating for the metal, stone, crystal for better stability and durability.
2. Water-based pigment ink. This ink is specially used for the textile like t-shirt.
Also can you tell me if you have white color for printing, as I think on some dark objects, one white print before the color print can do a good job?
Yes. We have white printing now on all the machines. But we do not recommend our clients to work with white ink by BR1390 machine. Since this model has only one cleaning station and it will make the inks mixed when cleaning. But BR1900 machine is good choice for the white printing(As this machine can have C,M,Y,K,W,W,W,W, and this machine has two separate cleaning station.
Do you also have a similar machine that can print gold and silver foil on material?
We are sorry that we do not have any machine that can print silver and gold colors. Since we have no this type of inks.
Are back up inks available in our country?
We are always providing inks to our clients directly from China any time, so it won't be a problem.
Is the ink waterfast? what kind of ink does it use?
We have two different kind of ink, one is BR-ECO Solvent Ink Uncoated(Korea), and the other kind is ECO DYE SOLVENT DIRECT INK/WATER BASED. They are both waterfast.
Please send me details of ink available?
Our ECO DYE solvent ink is easily available. We can send you the ink in 48 hours in any time. And the price is: USD200/Liter/color.
If the ink finish, is there possible to use other ink?
Our machine can work with other inks. But for protecting the printer head, we suggest you use original ink. And it is easily available from us, we can send it to you in 48hours by air at any time.
What is the life of your ink?
The life of ink is about 2 years without fading.
How is the ink avaliable in India?
The ink is easily available in India, but for protecting the head of printing, we suggest you use specific ink, whick can be sent to you in 48 hours directly from us.
So your ink can print on any cotton material with fading in the wash?
Our ink is water-proof, sunshine-proof and scratch-proof. In our clients' practice, the printing image on the T-shirt can be washed 20 times without fading.
HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE THE INK TO DRY ON A PRINTED JOB?
Our ink is drying so fast on most of the materials that you may ignore it.
About printing result
Does the rip allow to print over the image several times keeping the registration exactly (NO SHADOWS)?
Yes. The software arranges all the files in the accurate places always, but we have to fix the materials on the machine very stable.
Also the colors were washing off from the textile material?
There are some steps for the textile printing which will make the printing more stable.
1) Make the coating first on the textile.
2) Make the printing until the coating is dry.
3) Make the heating on the heat press machine.
1) Make the coating first on the textile.
2) Make the printing until the coating is dry.
3) Make the heating on the heat press machine.
And after printing on metal objects, like pens, glass, crystal etc, people are using some spray to fix the colors. This spray makes the object very rough and the finishing is also not very good?
You are right. The coating by spray will make the printing look not good. It will dirty the surface of the materials. But by this way, we can make the printing more stable and sharp.
Can you tell me what is the persistence of these colors in different materials?
The colors in most of the materials can persist more than 2 years with good result. And we do not need fixation materials, which is only needed when print on metal material.
Does the prints of your printer are water-proof?
The printing with our printer is scratch-proof, water-proof and sunshine-proof.
About purchasing & other question
How can I get Machine’s spare parts?
There are two methods.
1. You can order the spare parts together with the machine, this is the safest way.
2. The other way is you can inform us when you need to replace the consumables, we will send them to you within 48 working hours.
1. You can order the spare parts together with the machine, this is the safest way.
2. The other way is you can inform us when you need to replace the consumables, we will send them to you within 48 working hours.
What is the printing charge per piece of T-shirt?
Printing charges per piece of T-shirt is about USD 0.175 (USD 2.80/m2)
Maybe if there is other head cleaner or any cleanin kit or anything?
For cleaning system, we use EPSON original ink pump and ink station, and we are regret to inform you that we do not have other cleaning system for the moment.
What is the frequency of the machine (Hz)?
The frequency of our machine is 50Hz/60 Hz.
The machine is 3 phase or single phase electric power?
Our printing machine is single phase electric power.
Does your price includes all costs for the machine?
Yes, our machine is ready to use. The price includes every necessary parts to operate the machine.
Is there any discount on the price?
We are always offering direct price to our clients, because we don't want to waste our clients' time, we won't quote high price then we begin to bargin.
Can we replace the color of machine body as blue and white?
Yes, we could customize the color of machine for you. But we will need another 15 working days to prepare it.
The main differences between our BR 1400 and BR 1900 printer?
1. The printing speed. 1900 is 1.3times faster than 1400.
2. The colors. 1900 is using 8 colors(C,M,Y,K,Orange,H,Glossy,Y). 1400 is using 6 colors(C,M,Y,K,LC,LM).
3. The white support. 1900 has better printing quality in white when it is using(C,M,Y,K,W,W,W,W). 1400 will have the inks mixed to some degree when working with the white.
2. The colors. 1900 is using 8 colors(C,M,Y,K,Orange,H,Glossy,Y). 1400 is using 6 colors(C,M,Y,K,LC,LM).
3. The white support. 1900 has better printing quality in white when it is using(C,M,Y,K,W,W,W,W). 1400 will have the inks mixed to some degree when working with the white.
What is the minimum order of your products?
Our minimum order quantity is 1 set.
Are your printer and accessories automatically included in the packages or sold separetely?
Our machine is automatically in the package with all the necessary accessories, which means our machine is ready to use.
please can you give us your suggestions for your last technology flatbed printer A3 able to print with white ink without pre treatment on metal or pvc?
According to your requirement, we believe our BR-1900 flatbed printer will be a good choice for you, because it is able to print with white ink without pre treatment on metal and PVC directly, but for some hard surface materials like metal, printing pre-coating first will help the printing result much more stable. Many of our clients print USB flashdrive with our BR-1900 printer around the world.
