Introducing the Roland Verstastudio BD12 UV Printer

The newVersaSTUDIO BD-12 Flatbed UV Printer meets the growing demand for personalized and custom designed products. Many Retailer and SOHO (Small Office, Home Office) environments have the need to provide one-of-a-kind goods and services to increase their value. The BD-12 is the perfect solution for those businesses that require a cost-effective, reliable, and easy-to-use desktop option that can easily provide branding and endless unique decoration options to almost any object.

While there are competitors in this space, such as the Epson v1050 and Eufymake E1, there is a gap in the market for an easy-to-use, intuitive desktop UV printer that has the printing bed size and speed needed for effective small-lot production. The new VersaSTUDIO BD-12 fills that gap.

Offering greater versatility and production capability than the BD8, tried and tested EUV5 inks, and compatibility with either a Mac or PC using VersaWorks 7, the BD-12's intuitive workflow, efficiency, and familiar operation minimizes training time and maximizes productivity for users from day one.

VersaSTUDIO BD-12 is a desktop UV flatbed designed for new users with little to no UV printing experience. This device offers high print speed, low operating costs, exceptional color, and easyto-use software right out of the box, allowing customers to see a return on investment sooner, not later.

Why the BD-12 is the Best Desktop UV Solution

• The only macOS-compatible desktop UV in the market.
• Users can print directly from FlexiDESIGNER with their A/R image placement tools.
• Versatility - Print on just about anything.
• Ease of Use - Roland DG Connect and VersaWorks 7 RIP software offers intuitive controls and workflow efficiency from set-up to output.
• Best path to profitability for your purchase.

Reasons to Choose the BD-12

• "Everyday use" device - Automatic cleaning cycles keep your machine ready when you need it.
• Complete package - Roland DG Connect, Versaworks 7, and FlexiDESIGNER VersaSTUDIO Edition all included at no additional charge or fee.
• Proven Roland DG reliability with USA-based support.
• Easy synergy to add other Roland DG devices as business grows.
• Best-in-class warranty - 1-year comprehensive coverage (extendable up to 3 additional years).

What's New for BD-12

• macOS compatible
• Easy print alignment using A/R markers and FlexiDESIGNER VersaSTUDIO Edition design software (included)
• Positioning jigs for item placement

Great for Retailers

• Open new revenue streams with a wide range of branded products.

Great for Small Businesses

• Craft customized products for your customers or your business.

Great for Educators

• The perfect learning tool. Transform concepts into tangible, innovative expressions of design.

Extraordinary product customization starts here. Create high margin personalized items such as:

• Technology accessories: Phone cases, covers, USB memory devices
• Cosmetic items
• Stationery: notebooks, pens, pads, etc.
• Awards: acrylic, wood, metal
• Fashion accessories: watch bands, wallets, earrings, lockets
• Outdoor/active items: bottles, tags, gear
• Toys: building blocks, yo-yos, balls
• Packaging: bottles, jars
• Company-branded giveaways

Versatile Customization

• Print directly on the smallest of items to objects up to 4" tall on the A5 platen.
• New Primer improves adhesion on materials like glass, metal, plastic and wood.
• Rotary Rack 2 option to personalize cylindrical objects.
• Fits on a desktop - ideal for home business, small office, retail, or classroom use.
• Print Mode options expand application possibilities.
  • Standard Mode for printing graphic images.
    Small drop size provides high-definition printing suitable for flat materials, photos, and small graphics.
  • Distance Mode for curved and uneven substrates.
    Larger drop size allows for higher density printing up to 1/4" distance.
    
  • Text Mode Profile
    Optimizes speed and print quality when printing detailed text only.

Exceptional print quality

• Vibrant color with incredibly warm tones and unique textural effects.
• Detailed graphics down to the smallest point size.
• Improved performance of White Ink keeps color consistency.

Easy for anyone to use.

• New, intuitive Print Utility interface guides the operator through every step of printing and maintenance.
• Automated printer maintenance routines optimize convenience and productivity.

High Safety Standards

• GREENGUARD Gold certified EUV5 inks are safe and environmentally friendly.
• Built-in fume extractor
  • Efficiently absorbs and eliminates odors.
  • No need for secondary extraction system.
• Features full-cover enclosure to prevent fumes and UV light leaks.
• EUV5 ink
  • Does not contain nickel compounds
  • Proposition 65 compliant
  • GREENGUARD Gold Certified
  • Cardboard-based ink cartridges are eco-friendly and recyclable.

Included:

• Roland DG Connect:
  • Comprehensive machine insights offer a streamlined support process
  • New Utility Interface
    • Intuitive, easy-to-learn app -uses simple operator instructions and illustrations for printing and maintenance.
  • FlexiDESIGNER VersaSTUDIO Edition
    • End-to-end full solution, from design to print.
    • Interfaces automatically with VersaWorks 6 RIP software.
  • VersaWorks 6
    • Roland DG's branded RIP, known for its simplicity and reliability.
    • Standalone RIP works easily with almost any design software of choice.
• AR Marker for Easy Print Alignment:
  • Use a smartphone's camera to specify the print position.
  • Object position is specified from the imported image data.
  • Facilitates alignment while minimizing setup time.
• Automated Cleaning Routines:
  • Optimized routines based upon five years of research.
  • Minimize the need for operator intervention.
  • Keeps printer performing at highest possible level.

BD-12 Rotary Rack Accessory (PN: OA-RA-12, sold separately):

• Prints fully around cylindrical objects up to 2" in diameter.
• Durable design with simple set-up.
• Auto recognition when connected, for fast and simple setup.
• Automatically detects required height to print on objects.
• Test Print feature demonstrates results before full production.
• Automatically calculates optimum nozzle mask setting for improved print quality.
• FlexiDESIGNER and VersaSTUDIO software compatible

Specifications:

• Printing method: Piezo ink-jet method
• Attachable objects to be printed on - Width: Max. 335 mm (13.1 in.)
• Attachable objects to be printed on - Length: Max. 240 mm (9.4 in.)
• Attachable objects to be printed on - Thickness: Max. 102 mm (4 in.)
• Attachable objects to be printed on - Weight: Max. 5 kg (11 lb.)
• Maximum printing width / printing length: Max. 305 mm x 210 mm (12 in. x 8.2 in.)
• Ink - Type: ECO-UV (EUV5) 220 ml cartridge
• Ink - Color: Five colors (cyan, magenta, yellow, black, and white) and primer or gloss
• Ink-curing unit: Built-in UV-LED lamp
• Printing resolution (dots per inch): Max. 1,440 dpi
• Connectivity: Ethernet (100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T, automatic switching)
• Power-saving function: Automatic sleep feature
• Rated input: 100-240 V a.c. 50 / 60 Hz 1.2A
• Power consumption - During operation: Approx. 100 W
• Power consumption - Sleep mode: Approx. 40 W
• Acoustic noise level - During operation: 60 dB (A) or less
• Acoustic noise level - During standby: 55 dB (A) or less
• Dimensions (Width x Depth x Height): 995 mm x 710 mm x 583 mm (39.2 in. x 28 in. x 23 in.)
• Weight: 80 kg (177 lb.)
• Environment - During operation: Temperature: 20°C to 32°C (68°F to 89.6°F)
  (22°C [71.6°F] or higher recommended)
  Humidity: 35%RH to 80%RH (no condensation)
• Environment - Not operating: Temperature: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)
  Humidity: 20%RH to 80%RH (no condensation)
• Included items: Power cord, cleaning liquid, User's Manual, software (FlexiDESIGNER VersaSTUDIO Edition, VersaWorks, Roland DG Connect), etc.