Roland VersaStudio BY2-20 20 Inch Desktop DTF Printer
From design to print, without guesswork.
The Roland BY2-20 is a next-generation desktop direct-to-film printer built for consistent, dependable DTF production. It combines professional print quality, dual white ink performance, integrated software, standalone cutting, and a compact design that fits small shops, studios, schools, and growing apparel businesses.
Available Options:
| Roland BY2-20 Printer & Cutter Bundle | Roland BY2-20 Printer & Cutter Bundle 2 | Roland BY2-20 Printer & Cutter Bundle 3 |
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- BY2-20 DTF Printer & Cutter
- Maintenance Kit & Accessories
- FlexiDESIGNER VersaSTUDIO Software ($2000 Value)
- VersaWorks RIP Software ($795 value)
- Roland DG Connect
- 1 Year Warranty
- Personalized Training & Support
| - BY2-20 DTF Printer & Cutter
- Roland DTF Ink (1 each 220cc cartridge per color) + 1 additional white FREE + Cleaning Cart
- Roland DTF Powder (1kg) and Roland DTF Film (20 in x 164 ft)
- Maintenance Kit & Accessories
- FlexiDESIGNER VersaSTUDIO Software ($2000 Value)
- VersaWorks RIP Software ($795 value)
- Roland DG Connect
- 1 Year Warranty
- Personalized Training & Support
| - BY2-20 DTF Printer & Cutter
- Roland DTF Ink (1 each 220cc cartridge per color) + 1 additional white FREE + Cleaning Cart
- Roland DTF Powder (1kg) and Roland DTF Film (20 in x 164 ft)
- DTFLINE HEAT STATION V3 with Built-in Purifier, XL Size ($500 value)
- Maintenance Kit & Accessories
- FlexiDESIGNER VersaSTUDIO Software ($2000 Value)
- VersaWorks RIP Software ($795 value)
- Roland DG Connect
- 1 Year Warranty
- Personalized Training & Support
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Introducing the Roland BY2-20
The Roland VersaStudio BY2-20 is designed for businesses that want a professional DTF printer without the size and complexity of a large production system. It is ideal for custom T-shirts, sportswear, bags, jerseys, uniforms, promotional apparel, Etsy products, social media merchandise, and short-run personalized garment decoration.
The BY2-20 builds on Roland's compact DTF platform with major upgrades for reliability, white ink stability, production workflow, operating cost, and ease of use. It features a redesigned DTF-optimized ink delivery system, dual white ink channels, internal cooling, support for 220 ml or 500 ml S-PG2 ink cartridges, front-loading media access, user-replaceable cap and wiper, sheet cut, print and cut, and Roland's connected software workflow.
Why the BY2-20 matters
DTF is one of the fastest-growing apparel decoration methods because it allows users to print detailed, full-color graphics and transfer them onto many fabric types. The BY2-20 helps users enter this market with a compact Roland system designed for daily production, professional results, and easier operation.
Top BY2-20 Features
Dual White Ink
The BY2-20 uses a CMYK plus White plus White ink setup to help maintain strong white density and consistent output.
500 ml Ink Support
Supports both 220 ml and 500 ml S-PG2 ink cartridges, helping reduce cost per milliliter for growing production.
DTF-Optimized Ink Path
A redesigned internal ink path is engineered specifically for DTF ink characteristics and dependable daily output.
Internal Cooling
An internal cooling system helps maintain stable operating conditions during longer runs and continuous production.
User Maintenance
User-replaceable cap and wiper components help reduce downtime and simplify routine maintenance.
Print, Cut, and Sheet Cut
Use the BY2-20 for DTF printing, sheet cutting, and standalone cutting for lettering, numbering, and HTV graphics.
BY-20 vs. BY2-20 Comparison
The BY2-20 is not just a small update. It is the next-generation version of Roland's desktop DTF platform, with important improvements for white ink delivery, production reliability, operating cost, and workflow.
| Feature | Roland BY-20 | Roland BY2-20 | Why It Matters |
| White Ink Setup | Single white ink channel configuration. | Dual white ink channels with CMYK plus White plus White. | Better white ink delivery and more consistent white coverage for dark garments and heavy white jobs. |
| Ink Cartridge Size | 220 ml S-PG2 ink cartridges. | Supports 220 ml or 500 ml S-PG2 ink cartridges. | 500 ml cartridges can lower ink cost per milliliter for growing DTF businesses. |
| Ink Delivery | Original BY-20 ink delivery design. | Redesigned DTF-optimized internal ink path. | Helps maintain consistent ink flow and dependable production. |
| White Ink Stability | Standard desktop DTF white ink setup. | Dual white channels and enhanced ink head pressure design. | Improves white ink supply and supports longer production runs. |
| Cooling | No highlighted internal cooling upgrade. | Internal cooling system with cooling fan and air guide. | Helps regulate temperature during longer or repeated print runs. |
| Maintenance | Standard maintenance design. | User-replaceable cap and wiper. | Helps reduce downtime and service-related interruptions. |
| Media Loading | Compact front-focused operation. | Front-loading media design with automated media adjustment. | Simplifies loading and helps reduce skew in output. |
| Status Light | Standard printer status indication. | Multi-color status LED indicators. | Operators can quickly see printer status and needed actions. |
| Cutting | Print and cut capability. | Print and cut, standalone cutting, and sheet cut functions. | Expands production into DTF transfers, HTV graphics, lettering, numbering, and cut-only jobs. |
| Software | VersaWorks and Roland DG Connect workflow. | VersaWorks 7, Roland DG Connect Designer, Roland DG Connect, Connect HUB, and PECK2 service utility support. | Improves job setup, white layer handling, monitoring, maintenance tracking, and production visibility. |
| Dimensions | Approx. 42.1 in. W x 24.3 in. D x 24.5 in. H. | 42.09 in. W x 30.99 in. D x 24.49 in. H. | Still compact, but the BY2-20 has a deeper production-focused chassis. |
| Weight | Approx. 137 lb. | Approx. 145.51 lb. | The BY2-20 is slightly heavier due to its updated internal design. |
Bottom Line: Why Upgrade to the BY2-20?
The BY2-20 is built for users who want more reliable daily DTF production, better white ink stability, lower operating costs with 500 ml ink support, easier maintenance, improved software tools, and more confidence during longer production runs.
Connected Design-to-Print Workflow
The BY2-20 includes Roland's integrated software ecosystem to make the DTF process easier from artwork setup to final output.
Roland DG Connect Designer
Helps with artwork preparation, cleanup, design editing, and print-ready file setup.
VersaWorks 7
Manages color, white layers, transparent PNG workflows, job queues, hot folders, nesting, step and repeat, and variable data printing.
Roland DG Connect
Supports printer monitoring, ink levels, job logs, maintenance tracking, usage analytics, and health checks.
Simple DTF Workflow
- Create or prepare artwork: Use Roland DG Connect Designer or your preferred design software.
- Print to DTF film: VersaWorks 7 manages color and white layers while the BY2-20 prints the transfer.
- Apply DTF powder: Powder the printed film manually or with a compatible shaker system.
- Cure the transfer: Cure using a compatible dryer, oven, or heat press process.
- Heat press to garment: Apply the finished transfer to the garment or textile.
Applications
The BY2-20 can produce transfers for cotton, polyester, denim, nylon, rayon, and blended fabrics. It is a strong fit for custom apparel and textile products including:
- Custom T-shirts
- Sportswear and team apparel
- Jerseys, names, and numbers
- Tote bags and promotional bags
- Aprons, uniforms, and workwear
- Etsy and online store merchandise
- Event shirts and short-run personalization
- HTV lettering, numbering, and cut-only graphics
Business Value
The BY2-20 is designed for startup apparel brands, side-hustle entrepreneurs, retail shops, print service providers, promotional product companies, and existing Roland users expanding into apparel decoration.
ROI Example
Roland's sales guide gives an example of a 16 in. x 18 in. gang sheet with estimated consumables of $2.69 per sheet. In the example, selling 8 transfers per gang sheet at $5 each creates $40.00 revenue per sheet and an estimated 93% gross margin before labor, overhead, spoilage, financing, taxes, and other business costs.
ROI examples are estimates only. Actual results depend on pricing, artwork size, ink use, film, powder, labor, waste, shop overhead, and production volume.
BY2-20 Specifications
- Printing method: Piezo ink-jet method
- Media width: 5.91 to 20.27 in. (150 to 515 mm)
- Maximum printing thickness: 39.3 mil (1.0 mm) with liner
- Maximum cutting thickness: 15.7 mil (0.4 mm) with liner; 8.6 mil (0.22 mm) without liner
- Roll outer diameter: Max. 5.9 in. (150 mm)
- Roll weight: Max. 13.22 lb. (6 kg)
- Core diameter: 3 in. (76.2 mm) or 2 in. (50.8 mm)
- Printing/cutting width: Max. 18.89 in. (480 mm)
- Ink type: S-PG2 ink, 220 ml or 500 ml cartridge
- Ink colors: Cyan, magenta, yellow, black, and white x 2
- Resolution: Max. 1,440 dpi
- Cutting speed: 0.4 to 5.9 in./sec (10 to 150 mm/sec)
- Blade force: 30 to 500 gf
- Blade type: Roland CAMM-1 series blade
- Connectivity: Ethernet 100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T, automatic switching
- Power-saving function: Automatic sleep feature
- Rated input: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.1 A
- Power consumption: Approx. 185 W during operation; approx. 32 W in sleep mode
- Acoustic noise: 62 dB(A) or less during operation; 60 dB(A) or less during standby
- Dimensions: 42.09 in. W x 30.99 in. D x 24.49 in. H
- Weight: 145.51 lb. (66 kg)
- Operating environment: 68F to 82.4F, 40% to 60% RH, no condensation
- Not operating environment: 41F to 104F, 20% to 80% RH, no condensation
Included Items
Roland BY2-20 DTF Printer & Cutter
Power cord
Media take-up unit
Media holders
User's Manual
FlexiDESIGNER VersaSTUDIO Edition
VersaWorks Software
Roland DG Connect
Lifetime Product Support
1 Year Warranty
Free Online Training
Phone & Chat Support with Machine Registration
6 x S-PG2 DTF ink cartridges (1 each CMYK and 2 x White) 220 ml each (value $300)
S-Powder 1kg DTF Powder (value $45)
1 x S-F164 DTF Film, 20in x 164ft (value $169)
Warranty and Support
The VersaStudio BY2-20 is backed by Roland DGA customer service and a one-year warranty. Warranty qualification may require registration within 60 days of purchase and exclusive, continuous use of Roland DGA approved inks.
Start or Expand Your DTF Business with the Roland BY2-20
The Roland BY2-20 gives apparel decorators a compact, professional DTF system with dual white ink, 500 ml ink support, integrated software, monitoring tools, sheet cutting, and standalone cutting in one desktop-friendly device.
Select your BY2-20 bundle above or contact DTGpro for help choosing the right printer, inks, film, powder, shaker, dryer, blades, and support package.
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