Mimaki TxF330-800 DTF Printer: Specs, Speed, 4C vs 6C Ink & Buyer’s Guide
The new Mimaki TxF330-800 is a production-focused 31.5-inch DTF printer built for apparel decorators that need more throughput without giving up print quality or dependable operation. With approximately 1.5× the productivity of the previous model in its productivity-focused configuration, two ink-set options, expanded white-ink capacity and technology designed for long print runs, the TxF330-800 moves Mimaki's DTF lineup further into serious production territory.
What Is the Mimaki TxF330-800?
The Mimaki TxF330-800 is a professional direct-to-film printer for apparel and textile decoration. DTF production prints artwork onto a transfer film, applies hot-melt powder, cures the transfer and then uses heat to apply the finished design to a garment or textile.
For print businesses, the appeal of DTF is flexibility. One production workflow can support artwork for light and dark garments and a range of common fabrics, while avoiding the screen preparation required for traditional screen printing. That makes DTF especially useful for customized apparel, short runs, changing artwork and high-mix order environments.
The TxF330-800 builds on Mimaki's earlier TxF platform with the company's 330 Print Engine, a wider production-focused workflow and two distinct approaches to color: one aimed at maximum productivity and another designed to expand creative color reproduction.
Mimaki TxF330-800 Key Features
Production DTF buyers typically care about more than a headline speed number. Print width, white-ink stability, media transport, maintenance requirements and how often an operator needs to intervene can all affect actual daily output. The TxF330-800 addresses those areas with a collection of production-oriented technologies.
- Dual staggered printheads based around Mimaki's 330-series print engine.
- 800 mm maximum printable width with media up to 810 mm wide.
- Two ink configurations for production-first or color-first workflows.
- UISS automatic ink switching to allow ink replacement during an active print job.
- Mimaki Feed Tension Technology designed to stabilize film transport during longer jobs.
- MCT2 white-ink circulation to help maintain stable white ink delivery.
- Nozzle Check Unit and Nozzle Recovery System to help identify and compensate for nozzle problems.
- Rotary wiping technology designed to improve printhead maintenance and reduce splatter during wiping.
- RasterLink7 RIP software supporting DTF file preparation and special-color workflows.
- Mimaki Remote Access and PICT monitoring for additional production visibility and remote management.
Customers comparing production equipment can also browse GPI Supplies' complete DTF equipment collection and DTF printer selection.
How Fast Is the Mimaki TxF330-800?
Mimaki lists the TxF330-800 at 123.8 square feet per hour (11.5 m²/h) in its referenced Production mode. Under Mimaki's stated test conditions, the manufacturer estimates approximately 94 large T-shirt graphics per hour.
Mimaki also states that the productivity-focused CMYK+White configuration delivers approximately 1.5 times the productivity of the previous TxF model. For a commercial shop, that additional throughput can become particularly valuable during large orders, peak seasons and short-turn production.
Why production speed is only part of the equation
A fast carriage does not help much if a printer repeatedly stops for ink changes, media tracking issues or nozzle maintenance. The TxF330-800's larger white-ink capacity, UISS cartridge switching and film-control technologies are therefore important parts of its production story—not just supporting features.
4C+W vs 6C+W: Which TxF330-800 Ink Configuration Should You Choose?
The TxF330-800 can be configured around two different priorities. Mimaki describes them as Productivity-Focused and Creativity-Focused operation styles.
4C+W: CMYK + White
The four-color configuration is designed around production efficiency. CMYK colors use paired ink positions, while eight slots are dedicated to white.
- Best choice when throughput is the primary goal
- Approximately 1.5× previous-model productivity under Mimaki's stated comparison
- Strong solids, crisp small details and smooth gradations
- UISS support across the color configuration
- Well suited to gang-sheet and contract-transfer production
6C+W: CMYK + Sky Blue + Pale Pink + White
The six-color configuration adds Sky Blue (SB) and Pale Pink (PP) to expand the reproducible color range.
- Expanded reproduction through blues, greens, pinks and reds
- Smoother pale tones and subtle gradients
- Useful for brand colors, artwork and merchandise with higher color expectations
- White remains supported through eight dedicated cartridge positions
- A strong fit when visual differentiation outweighs absolute maximum speed
The important correction for buyers is that the added colors are Sky Blue and Pale Pink, not Light Cyan and Light Magenta. Mimaki developed these colors specifically to broaden the printer's expressive range.
Built for Longer DTF Production Runs
One of the TxF330-800's biggest improvements is not simply how quickly it prints, but how Mimaki has designed the system to continue printing for longer periods with less operator intervention.
Up to Four Liters of White Ink Capacity
White ink is used heavily in DTF production, particularly when transfers are destined for dark garments. The TxF330-800 provides eight white-ink cartridge positions using 500 ml packs, giving the system up to approximately 4 liters of white ink capacity.
Mimaki states that this capacity can support continuous printing through an entire 100-meter roll of DTF film, making the design particularly relevant to overnight runs and longer production jobs.
UISS: Replace Ink Without Stopping the Job
Mimaki's Uninterrupted Ink Supply System (UISS) automatically switches to another available cartridge when the active cartridge becomes empty. The depleted pack can then be replaced while printing continues.
For production shops, that means fewer unnecessary stops during large jobs and less dependence on an operator being beside the printer at precisely the moment an ink pack runs out.
Stable Film Transport for Long Runs
Mimaki Feed Tension Technology is designed to control DTF film movement while avoiding unnecessary added tension. Accurate film transport becomes increasingly important as print runs become longer because alignment errors can compound over distance.
White Ink Circulation and Automatic Nozzle Support
Mimaki Circulation Technology 2 circulates white ink through the ink path to help maintain stable discharge. The printer also combines automatic nozzle monitoring with Mimaki's Nozzle Recovery System so production can continue when a problematic nozzle cannot immediately be restored.
What Can You Produce With the TxF330-800?
DTF transfers are commonly used when a decorator needs one workflow that can accommodate different garment colors, materials and order quantities. The TxF330-800 is designed for professional apparel and textile transfer production rather than one specific garment style.
T-Shirts & Hoodies
Full-color artwork, branding, merchandise, short runs and repeat production.
Workwear & Team Apparel
Logos, names, variable designs and detailed branded graphics.
Bags & Accessories
Decorated textile products beyond standard shirts, including bags and compatible apparel accessories.
TxF330-800 Specifications at a Glance
| Specification | Mimaki TxF330-800 |
|---|---|
| Printer Type | Production direct-to-film (DTF) inkjet printer |
| Printheads | On-demand piezo, 2-head staggered layout |
| Resolution | X: 600 / 1200 dpi; Y: 600 / 900 / 1200 dpi |
| Maximum Print Width | 800 mm / 31.5 in |
| Maximum Media Width | 810 mm / 31.9 in |
| Maximum Roll Weight | 45 kg / 99.2 lb |
| Media Core | 2 in or 3 in |
| Ink | Mimaki PHT50 heat-transfer pigment ink |
| 4C+W Configuration | Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black + White |
| 6C+W Configuration | Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, Sky Blue, Pale Pink + White |
| Ink Capacity | 600 ml color; 500 ml white |
| Production Mode | Up to 123.8 ft²/hr / 11.5 m²/hr under stated Mimaki conditions |
| Interface | Ethernet 1000BASE-T / USB 2.0 Hi-Speed |
| RIP Software | RasterLink7 |
| Dimensions | 82.0 × 27.6 × 54.7 in / 2,084 × 700 × 1,389 mm |
| Printer Weight | 354.9 lb / 161 kg |
For current configuration details, availability and purchasing information, visit the Mimaki TxF330-800 product page at GPI Supplies.
Before You Buy: TxF330-800 Size & Installation Planning
The printer itself measures approximately 82.0 inches wide × 27.6 inches deep × 54.7 inches high. However, the machine footprint is not the same as the working space your shop should reserve.
The available installation reference calls for approximately 3,084 mm × 2,700 mm of total working space, or roughly 121.4 × 106.3 inches. That additional clearance provides room for media loading, service access and normal operator movement.
| Planning Item | Dimensions / Weight |
|---|---|
| Printer dimensions | 2,084 × 700 × 1,389 mm (82.0 × 27.6 × 54.7 in) |
| Recommended installation area | Approx. 3,084 × 2,700 mm (121.4 × 106.3 in) |
| Printer weight | 161 kg / 354.9 lb |
| Packed weight | Approx. 204 kg / 450 lb |
| Operating temperature | 20–30°C / 68–86°F |
| Operating humidity | 35–65% RH, non-condensing |
Shops should also plan the surrounding DTF workflow. Film printing is only one stage: powder application, curing and heat pressing need appropriate space and equipment as well.
Mimaki TxF330-800 Ink, Film, Powder & DTF Supplies
Reliable DTF production depends on the complete print-and-transfer workflow. GPI Supplies carries the core consumables businesses need to support ongoing DTF production.
TxF330-800 PHT50 Ink
The printer uses Mimaki's PHT50 heat-transfer pigment ink. Color ink is supplied in 600 ml packs, while white is supplied in 500 ml packs. The full color family includes Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, Sky Blue, Pale Pink and White depending on printer configuration.
Who Should Consider the Mimaki TxF330-800?
This is not an entry-level hobby printer. The TxF330-800 makes the most sense when DTF output is already an important part of the business—or when a shop expects it to become one.
Growing DTF Shops
Businesses reaching the production limits of smaller DTF printers and needing more daily capacity.
Contract Decorators
Shops handling repeat client orders, gang sheets, fulfillment work and high-mix production.
Apparel Brands
Brands moving more transfer production in-house to gain control over turnaround, color and production scheduling.
The biggest decision for qualified buyers will likely be whether the shop values maximum productivity enough to favor CMYK+White, or whether the broader gamut of Sky Blue and Pale Pink provides enough value to choose the creativity-focused configuration.
Is the Mimaki TxF330-800 a Meaningful Upgrade?
On paper, yes. The TxF330-800 is more than a simple width change. Mimaki is combining increased productivity with a larger white-ink reserve, automatic cartridge switching, a new film-transport approach and a choice between production-oriented and expanded-color ink setups.
The productivity-focused configuration will likely be the more compelling choice for shops measuring success in transfers per shift. The creativity-focused configuration gives apparel businesses another path when reproducing saturated brand colors, gradients and merchandise artwork is a higher priority.
Most importantly, the printer's supporting technologies address a problem experienced by almost every growing DTF shop: headline printer speed is only useful when the machine can stay productive.
Mimaki TxF330-800 Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mimaki TxF330-800?
The Mimaki TxF330-800 is a production direct-to-film printer for professional apparel and textile decoration. Mimaki positions it as the flagship model in its current DTF printer lineup.
What is the maximum print width of the TxF330-800?
Maximum print width is 800 mm, or approximately 31.5 inches. Maximum supported media width is 810 mm, or approximately 31.9 inches.
Is the TxF330-800 a 36-inch DTF printer?
It is better described as an 800 mm or 31.5-inch maximum-print-width DTF printer. The printer body itself is approximately 82 inches wide.
How fast is the Mimaki TxF330-800?
Mimaki lists up to 123.8 square feet per hour (11.5 m²/h) in its stated Production mode and says the productivity-focused CMYK+White configuration delivers approximately 1.5× the productivity of the previous model under its comparison conditions.
What colors are available on the TxF330-800?
Buyers can choose CMYK+White or a six-color+White configuration consisting of Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, Sky Blue, Pale Pink and White.
What is the difference between 4C+W and 6C+W?
The 4C+W configuration prioritizes production throughput. The 6C+W configuration adds Sky Blue and Pale Pink to expand color reproduction, particularly across vivid blues, greens, pinks, reds and subtle gradients.
How much white ink can the TxF330-800 hold?
Eight 500 ml white ink positions provide up to approximately four liters of total white ink capacity.
Can ink be changed while the TxF330-800 is printing?
Yes. Mimaki's UISS technology can automatically switch to another available cartridge so a depleted cartridge can be replaced while printing continues.
What ink does the TxF330-800 use?
The printer uses Mimaki PHT50 heat-transfer pigment ink. GPI Supplies carries Mimaki PHT50 DTF ink for ongoing production.
Does the TxF330-800 include a powder shaker and heat press?
The TxF330-800 is the printing component of the DTF workflow. A complete production setup also requires suitable DTF film, hot-melt powder, powder application/curing equipment and a heat press.
Is financing available for the Mimaki TxF330-800?
Equipment financing options are available through GPI Supplies. Visit our equipment financing page to review current options.
Talk to GPI Supplies About the Mimaki TxF330-800
Choosing a production DTF printer involves more than comparing a spec sheet. GPI Supplies can help you evaluate the right ink configuration, production workflow, compatible consumables, installation requirements and financing options for your operation.
Product specifications and performance figures are based on currently published Mimaki documentation and may vary with print mode, media, profiles, environmental conditions and workflow. Specifications are subject to manufacturer updates.
