Epson ET-8550 How to Convert to DTF Printer DTF Conversion Guide| Direct-to-Film

[@trishfrench1927]

This is THE most comprehensive video that I have seen for 8550 conversion, and I've watched so many of them that my head spins. Shout out to you Hangry Muscle! UPDATE: One thing that I need to make clear to everyone, though! I tried this right out of the box, and here is my conclusion: You CANNOT do this right out of the box. You must first install your printer and go through the set-up process. The reason for this: If you take off the rollers and the tray and then install your printer, it will NOT be able to do a proper set-up, test page etc. without the rollers and the tray. You can however put in the DTF ink when the set-up tells you to put in your ink. Once you get it installed and set up, then you can take off the roller and tray. Happy DTF'ing everyone!

[@estebantorres8385]

Did you have an issue when you followed the video when this occurred? If so, how did you fix the problem?

[@HangryMuscle]

I haven't had an issue converting these right out the box.

[@SV-ShadyKing]

@@HangryMuscle hey brother what brand or where did you get your placement guide? looks good quality and I really need one. Cheers brother

[@HangryMuscle]

@SV-ShadyKing amzn.to/3KBNQKv

[@SV-ShadyKing]

@@HangryMuscle Thank you brother

[@KaylaMartin-k7q]

This tutorial with the CISS kit- was EXACTLY what I was looking for. I have been dealing with a clogged line on my second white ink for months now- the kit, and the tutorial has solved EVERYTHING. I just printed out the same projects I was having issues with, and i am so excited!! This tutorial was so easy and the kit was amazing. thank you so much!

[@devinwelborn5211]

I got this printer with the intent of doing sublimation. While getting ready I found this video. I think the dtf will be better for what my intent is. So glad I found this.

[@CG_55]

How’s is going for you so far? I’m thinking about purchasing one of these printers and doing like the video. I was wondering if the prints also look good on black shirts since that’s what I’ll be working on most

[@flatulentertainment]

Great video but one thing im unsure of, in other peoples videos they strip off the sides to remove the rollers and mention removing a spring attached under the metal bar on the left, the on with the single screw that you remove to lift the rollers, does the spring stay put while you lift it, worried about it coming off and landing on the mother board. Cheers

[@barneytkd]

Anyone know the answer to this before I start to convert?

[@claudiacanales6309]

I’m so glad I found your video. I was struggling getting that roller piece out. Just the video I needed! Thank you so much!!!! 🎉

[@HangryMuscle]

You're very welcome. Stay Hangry 💪🏾

[@Natsirt03]

Thank you so much! You are a life saver. Now i can resume printing my research paper ❤

[@manifestmyreality2025]

just picked up my Epson 8550 today!

[@HangryMuscle]

Congrats! 💪🏾

[@foxxytute2141]

Hey, can you do a tutorial on setting up the CADLINK Software settings please?

[@sandycartwright521]

YES

[@tonyjenkins71]

Am glad he did a follow up to the last video. ❤ marvelous vid bro!

[@antonioguillan92]

Forgive me if I missed it.... but why do I need an external Ciss and not just use the one that's already in the printer?

[@TyyEasley]

to print the white ink

[@HangryMuscle]

Its not to print white ink. Using a external ciss makes it easier maintain the ink and printer.

[@TyyEasley]

@@HangryMuscleoops okay thank you !

[@shennapacker6395]

Thank you so much this tutorial was really great😊 i am so glad i came across your video

[@Thermo51090]

Looking good Hungry!!! Thank you for this video, very helpful! ❤

[@HangryMuscle]

Thank you Thermo, appreciate you watching 🙏

[@DonteKentrell]

Not going to lie I have a commercial dtf and this one looks good bro

[@HangryMuscle]

That's why its my favorite printer

[@DonteKentrell]

@@HangryMuscle hell yea I’m about to get one

[@trishbeautyandcraft]

Soo new to this and nervous to open and start concerting😊😆 BUT I need to do it. I'm afraid it will be hard... but I'm going to follow your video step by step!

[@brandonseniceros3125]

How did it work out for you? I just got mine and I’m so nervous! I see tons of people saying their ink isn’t working or something went wrong…

[@HangryMuscle]

Because many people are attempting to "copy and paste" a skill instead of learning what and how things actually work. All Problems are causee by the user, The printer didn't set it self up, nor is it in charge of maintaining itself.

[@brandonseniceros3125]

@@HangryMuscle this is the way!

[@Ytubemc20]

Best video ever! Thanks for sharing 🙏🏽

[@alonsojimenez6240]

I just bought this printer as well waiting for my CISS kit due to the white DTF. Hopefully I can make it work!

[@renyaiedaniel5646]

Best video I have seen very informative and explained your steps very well. I have a question what are the measurements of the exit tray tile you are using and where can I purchase it from?

[@HangryMuscle]

Thank you for the feedback! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKnWloSKfbike7M

[@Jemmyjo]

That is the most thorough video I have seen. Not everyone is so generous in sharing. Does anyone know what the clear solution was he put in the tanks. Does the ink come with the CISS and if not, what are you using? Just fyi, I found the link to the ink in the description.

[@shewat52]

Great great video! I wished it was a XP 15000 though that you were demonstrating. Love all the designs also.

[@anthonyirons511]

How come I read somewhere that the et-8550 has a DTF mode that changes heights of rollers and such and doesn’t require removing stuff from the printer? Did they suggest wrong?

[@sotosbrother9389]

Love your videos bro ! How many prints you think these things can last ? A year ?

[@k-oz-inc.theproducers3260]

Great video! Thank you for sharing this information. I’m so glad I found it. I was about to purchase the ET-8550 to covert it to a sublimation printer. This video has changed my mind. Can you please tell me why you are using external ink dispensers instead of the ones in the printer? Thanks. I appreciate you!

[@alvinanderson2112]

You have to have someone c different inks and it must be DTf ink

[@SimplybeingR]

Thanks, my 2nd 8550 will be here tomorrow...your video makes me feel confident I can do this...did you get the ceramic tile cut to that size?

[@lakeyshiaechols4846]

Hello I can’t get the roller a loose on the other side

[@annabelleencinas5301]

Why do my prints come out dull? They are vibrant

[@raikok3445]

@hangrymuscle hey, thank you for the tutorial! I have a question - how do I tell the printer that I have replaced the pink inks with white ones? Or does the RIP software prompts for that/automatically kind of knows, which ink is where?

[@HangryMuscle]

Hi Raikok, the rip software will be used to set the new ink order/color.

[@kwanzaandrews3661]

I just purchased my Epson 8550 and I’m loving it. What is the largest size dimension have you been able to print on your converted Epson 8550.

[@alexmoreno5894]

Hello have you had any problems with your printer and is it converted to Dtf

[@craftcreations6480]

great video! how's it holding up?

[@rooseveltgarrett1313]

And the reason I say that is because of the color pattern on the attached reservoirs that it comes with

[@nemesis2k99]

Hmm I wonder if I can make a tank shaker 🤔 do you think that would help the ink from not clogging ?

[@TashaJohnson-mm2nh]

I finally converted my printer thank you so much, but I’m running into an issue when printing how do I get the white to cover over the color image.

[@chriswheeler5150]

You need dtf software

[@christinekranz4844]

Hi!! Thanks for this tutorial! Couple of questions:. I converted an epson for sublimation and have been making tumblers, shirts, etc. I also have been using the dtf hack using my sublimation printer. What is the difference in me using my sublimation printer or converting another printer and using dtf inks? Also, what is the heat pad you usec for curing your designs? Thank you!!!

[@carlaswickard1428]

Sublimation hack does not print white this printer has 2 additional color slots to add white. I’m assuming you also have to stick to light colors

[@AysiaGarza]

this video is amazing!!! thank you for all the info!!! went to purchase ciss system on your website but it’s sold out :( any idea when you will be getting more or where else i can purchase?

[@HangryMuscle]

Hey, thanks for letting me know it said out of stock, It is fixed now. You can purchase the ciss. hangrymuscle.com/products/universal-6-color-ciss-kit-w-accessories-for-epson-inkjet-printers-et-8550-xp-15000

[@angelacauldwell5977]

Hello, Im looking into getting this printer. I have a few questions if you wouldnt mind answering, would be greatly appreciated. What electric stirrer would you recommend for the white ink and from where? What is your printer settings on laptop when you are printing DTF? Is there a particular brand of ink, powder, and film you suggest? And I found Cadlink software, supposed to be full version on Etsy... its like 15 dollars... they said its the full version.... do you know anything about that? Kinda scared about it since everywhere else Cadlink is NOT cheap by far. Thank you!

[@tonoz6312]

Hi there thanks for this video it's very helpful, I just bought this printer and will be working DTF and was wondering if it's possible to use the printer as well with regular ink with it's own system by plugin back the ink tubes to the head, then just clean the head every time I switch (and one question why you didn't filled with that other ink direct to the printer?)

[@spiritofestherministry8757]

I just asked the same question above. Following, because wouldn't it make sense since it is not being used.

[@cesargenova]

What color profile do you use with these inks?

[@spiritofestherministry8757]

Great video. Question. Since you did not use the ink tanks and went with the external CISS instead. Are you able to switch to maybe sublimation or regular printing by using the actual ink tanks by unplugging the CISS? Just a thought since the ink tanks in the printer were not used. Thank you.

[@candyanne76]

@HANGRYMUSLE I THANK YOU SO MUCH!! I did my conversion last night following your video. I do need understanding how to get past the alignment issue I am having. Printer wants to align using bottom tray feed I have tried to slide a piece of paper in thru the bottom but it won't feed. woke up this morning to shake printer lol and do nozzle check but again i receive the load bottom tray (drawer 2) What should I do? I do plan on getting that ciss in the near future! Thank you again for all you videos and help!!

[@ChocolateCoaDrip]

😂 Hello hi great channel amazing Video. Just subscribed 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@taylorparsons6190]

How well did the first one hold up? Is this easier to use than buying one that is set up for DTF? I'm only going to be printing for personal use

[@lanvo105]

Thanks so much sir for the video.

[@Andresmartinez-nl2cm]

excellent video friend, thank you very much... can you send me the link to the video of the maintenance box

[@TyyEasley]

if i wanted to print directly from kittl could i or no ?

[@angelacauldwell5977]

Also have one other question... I have epson et 15000 now. I have been using it for several months printing DTF without any issues. All the sudden it has started smearing blue ink. I have replaced head and the dampers... no luck on fixing it. I have never had rip software that i know of except whatever came with the printer, but i never changed anything when i started doing dtf prints... it has done great up until about a month ago and have been trying to figure out what the problem is every since. Thank you

[@rsapgreen8399]

Thanks for the information… really detailed…. I’m still learning, just got the ET8550 . Literally a week ago .Was able to convert it, thanks to you. I’m using the hiippo ink… what ink do you use ? I see you have white ink. All the other videos say you can’t use white ink for sublimation. But you obviously did. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@buddysmith7080]

He converted to DTF not sublimation.

[@rsapgreen8399]

@@buddysmith7080 thanks for nothing…

[@shadowline1413]

Bro your dumb. There ist No White sublimation inks. ITs technically Not possible.

[@SharonLehnen]

When converting the epson 8550 do you have to install a ciss ?

[@matindehghan6478]

If you find out can please let me know?

[@chadself-cu3td]

Could the chip be removed from the waste tank?

[@tutorialespartituras2195]

great videos sir... is possible that you sell me a printer with all the extra items like you have set up in this video just to plug and print...i will buy the software separately...give a way to contact with you

[@humblecountyclothingllc.887]

brand new out of the box , ran the clean and print head test - got nothing. idk what im doing wrong. fully converted

[@markalfredabordo6917]

Good day hungry. I converted my l18050 to DTf and it's not printing white under base. Using AcroRip 10

[@vittovitto79]

what type of heat mat do you use for curing?

[@tomcollick8111]

Hi, What size is the tile you used for outfeed? I want to cut acrylic close to the size for this printer outfeed. Which version of the RIP software do you use? Full or DTF?

[@angelicabosquez4519]

Like how many minutes would you say to cure it?

[@CassieBarras]

Hi! Love the video. How big will this printer print?

[@rooseveltgarrett1313]

So is printer's head already set for the colors to print in a certain order

[@barneytkd]

Liked and subscribed, could I ask, which version of cadlink are you using for the 8550? I'm hoping to use 10, any tips on setting it up? Tha k you

[@RosaliHumphrey]

Can I ask what’s the feel of the transfer? Some feel very plastic. Thank you in advanc!

[@Ragnar6467]

I have this printer with inkjet ink in it. Can I remove and clean it to change to DTF

[@jeanninekohler178]

I have this printer that I used for sublimation.. how would I empty the sub ink and put the dtf ink in?

[@HangryMuscle]

Check the channel

[@ShereenH]

Hello. I've been hooked on your videos since I stumbled upon them. Great content!! I converted my Epson 8550 printer to DTF, but my blue designs are printing purple. I'm using Cadlink software. Would it be the ICC profile set on the printer that's causing this error? Or is it coming from the profile that's set in Cadlink?

[@Jen-my8ug]

What temperature is your warming mat that you use to set the glue?

[@izzymacc]

Hi Ty for sharing your knowledge just wondering what ink can you use for dtf on this video

[@kingtryton]

I'm new to this why would you choose to convert to DTF over sublimation this seems like so much more work on a very expensive piece of hardware

[@HangryMuscle]

Because DTF has more versatility, I can print on and just about any material and color. Maintaining is quite easy with the right expertise

[@Redbartholomew1]

Do I have to remove the maintenance box it comes with because

[@HangryMuscle]

No

[@sevimdavis2392]

Thank you Zach!

[@HangryMuscle]

You're welcome 😁

[@dirtbikefamily234]

Can this printer be used with any RIP Software? I will be using EK Print. Thank you for your time!

[@WorldWideStang]

Just got my et 8550 just did the conversion waiting on my other supplies to come in but I was curious if it’s easier to use the tanks on board or if its better to use a big tank ciss system?

[@FreckledGingerGoes]

Thank you!! I had an L1800 I bought a few years ago already converted, but am going to convert an 8550 myself. I have EKPrint studio for the rip software, but can't figure out if it'll work with the 8550. Do you know? Hoping I don't have to purchase another rip software.

[@jeanaatkins8083]

I'm using a converted XP-15000 with chipless cartridges, I get clogs so much, will this printer clog less ?

[@josemanuelfernandezgil8513]

I just watched this video of yours and I understood it very well because it is very well explained. Still, I have a question: How do you configure the printer so that it knows to use white ink? Is it done from the printer or is it done from the rip software? I hope I don't bother you and thank you for your time: (greetings from Galicia (Spain)/sorry for google traslate🙃

[@HangryMuscle]

Hey thank you, The DTF rip software is what you use to configure the new colors.

[@crystalortiz7141]

Question!! Can you put the rollers back in??

[@HangryMuscle]

Yes you could

[@JanieHarris]

How do you minimize the ink flooding the print head on the ET8550?

[@HangryMuscle]

I would need to see an example, to tell you for sure. Common causes for Flooding can be caused by your rip settings (too much ink), printing on the wrong side of the film, or the ciss being setup incorrectly.

[@BlkRoze06]

My images are still printing white side down. I have the mirror option on and it still prints wrong. How can I fix this?

[@Redbone380]

Is this printer better then the Epson P600 and P800 that everyone is saying to use for dtf prints? Which is more vibrant?

[@rogerlondono2521]

I have this for sublimating and i removed the wheels because of the marks it leaves. Now its not printing the last inch or so of the paper. Any thoughts?

[@sotosbrother9389]

Hey bro why would my nozzles get worse after doing a print cleaning in the control panel ?? Than I do another one and gets better ,? Sometimes also my colors are mixing in the nozzle check .. if you have an idea it would help I already dropped a lot of money and I’m getting nervous lol

[@KicknItWitTheGentrys]

What to do if the white ink coating isn’t printing over it?

[@SharonLehnen]

When converting the epson 8550 to dft do you have to install the ciss

[@debiejoseph1919]

Where can I order the software

[@Healher_7]

Hey nice Video! Where did you get your ciss from? The ones I keep seeing are for other epson printers.

[@jaimitogonzalez9431]

Question I have the same printer set it up like the video also in cadlink but it’s not printing a full size picture it cuts it on the sides pls help thank you

[@andrewnegru]

What software do you need to purchase? There’s several options ranging from $200 to $500

[@lestergibson514]

I have a second hand 8550 it has ink in it can i replace the ink with dtf without flushing old ink out of cartridge

[@Joseph-pd5hh]

No. Never mix brands/types of ink.

[@HangryMuscle]

If nothing is wrong with old ink. I use different brands

[@angelmontes1885]

Mine is not printing g the white on top and now as paper exit it hits the top of the exit part smearing everything can you help me

[@vmgdaxo]

Do you have to take out exit tray?

[@zidanciito07]

How to set the matte paper a3 so that the white part comes out from the back, I still don't know how to do it besides that when I have done it I get the paper with the wet design?

[@foxxytute2141]

Hey do you have a link for the heating mat?

[@jasonlin5214]

Curious why there's videos on converting the 8550, and not the cheaper 2850. What reasons why you and most other people choose this more expensive printer vs. the cheaper one to convert?

[@trishfrench1927]

I believe he has a wide format printer (if you get a 8550, make sure it is the wide format, there are 2 different types of 8550). The 2850, which I am using for my subimation, is a standard 8.5" wide, although the length is 47". The 8550 wide format prints 13x19"

[@DickemDown-q4s]

A brother I’m struggling and dwelling on opening up my Epson 2800 to convert it to DTF do you think it’s still possible for that model? And if so does anybody charge a fee to do it for you in Texas?

[@deborahberenguer8011]

Bonjour vous dite de ne pas mettre la tête d’impression trop a gauche mais lorsque vous avez imprimer si j’ai bien vue vous avez pris toute la capacité d’impression de la feuille , j’ai mal compris concernant le fait de ne pas envoyer à gauche pour risque de coulure d’encre ?merci pour votre réponse et vidéo qui va beaucoup m’aider 😊

[@MarkOrsted]

What are the dimensions needed for output tray replacement. Width. Length. Overall height of object and how high off table should that be to be level

[@HangryMuscle]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKnWloSKfbike7M

[@MarkOrsted]

gracias!@@HangryMuscle

[@NikitaShelton-y4z]

It there an dtf shaker compatible with the Epson 8550?

[@jjuanguevara1]

Got a question. All my dtf printers ive had over time as i upgrade them ive notice i alwaya het this weird vertical line at the edge of my prints. Any idea how to fix it so it no longer does that??

[@SharonLehnen]

When converting the epson 8550 to dft do you have to install the ciss?

[@HangryMuscle]

No but i recommend it

[@Madeline-uk4fq]

I’m having this code error on my epson 8550 031006. any tips on how can I fix it? Thank you

[@SharonLehnen]

When converting the epson 8550 do you have to install a ciss ?

[@sxylilflt]

I wasn't wondering the same thing cuz I've seen other videos and the don't do that

[@matthewmontalbano1648]

Hangry I have seen some folks have added a roll print option to the ET 8550. Have you done that yet? I’d love to see how that is added and what you need to do with the software to make that happen.

[@matthewmontalbano1648]

I will add Hangry your videos are absolutely fantastic and I will converting one of these this week. Can’t wait!

[@tracymcgraw1439]

How would you charge to convert my ET-8550 printer for me?

[@nicholasworrell9927]

What RIP software are people using with this for DTF printing please?

[@HangryMuscle]

dtgpro.com/cicproduct/cadlink11.php?afl=3277

[@snmom431]

I removed the rollers and now I am getting error 000031 and can't do anything as the printhrad moves to the left and makes an awful screaching noise and locks up. any ideas how to fix this?