Epson Stylus 1400 DTF Conversion and External Waste Tank Installation

Also shows installing the external waste tank!
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[@SouthbayCreations]

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[@colt5189]

I'm going to have to look into this more. I have the same printer, but this is the first I've heard of DTF printing.

[@leviteapparel]

COOL CONVERTED MY 1400 TOO!!!

[@rats1753]

Awesome video!!!! Thank you so much for making this video 👏👍

[@SouthbayCreations]

You’re welcome! Glad you like it

[@AmbitionCrafting]

Great Video Jason

[@SouthbayCreations]

Thank you 😊

[@koumseesaide]

Thank you so much

[@TwelveGoneApparel]

Very helpful video. thanks fam

[@SouthbayCreations]

You’re welcome glad it helped

[@biglem5793]

THANKS BRO GREAT JOB

[@SouthbayCreations]

Thank you 🙏

[@touchlezz]

Great video, but can you show how the add the tubing from the printer to the waste tank.

[@STMENTNETWORK]

U can use tape inside the printer on the right hand side to help grab the paper

[@gasawayelizabeth9683]

Great video and patience with process but want to know if I wanted to print on 11x17 which of the rollers would I remove would it be same ones you removed?

[@samday4424]

great video

[@SouthbayCreations]

Thank you Sam 🙏

[@SaafiFaridLartiste]

Thank u.

[@juan2617]

Thank you so much for showing us the conversion it would be nice if you could put a clip of how you took out the front rollers not only the piece pizza Wheels thank you

[@SouthbayCreations]

I couldn’t get the camera a the right angle to show it. I tried to record it but all the was show was my hands. There’s just not enough room inside to get a clear shot.

[@craftingonabudget6700]

You have convinced me to try a ciss system.

[@SouthbayCreations]

Much easier then filling up the carts all the time

[@craftingonabudget6700]

@@SouthbayCreations yes, if I'm printing an actual customer order, it cuts into production time, a lot!

[@SouthbayCreations]

@@craftingonabudget6700 Yeah it sure does

[@tisprintcraftstv]

Great video. Can I do roll printing on this printer? Secondly do you have video on maintenance of the printer?

[@itsamgraphics]

There's two rows. So do you remove the same ones that are hidden and leave one one each side?

[@enriecano8999]

the printer in the video is still working...it has no problems with the print head...thanks...

[@ytelementeldragon6679]

Great video, what do you use for rip software?

[@bereal1251]

I already converted mine 1400 to dtf thanks to your video I’m having problems with acrorip 10.5 prints colors nicely but can’t get the white to print I put the checks on them 2 boxes color + white and the other one 100% white over color still no white I’m missing a step ?

[@partemmasa3091]

Hi friend, should I use the chip solution for this printer?(inkchip)

[@LalaRodriguez45]

How do you take off that middle piece I’m having such a hard time.

[@heathersimons6116]

I might have missed it in the video, but I read you have to change some chip to convert. Is this not true for this printer? Just got one today and want to convert it. Also, I see in the link that they have UV dtf ink. Is that for shirts and signs and things? I thought it was 2 different things so was trying to decide which route to take since I already have an ET15000 converted to sublimation for shirts, but love being able to apply the dtf to any fabric. Thanks for the great video too!

[@zametricastarling3325]

where do u get your ink cartridges at? I have a 1400 epson stylus. Because the cartridges I ordered don't have white

[@914oldschool]

Hey man great video, So I have a 1400 that I use with accurip all black for my film but I also have a 4880 for film I would like to convert the 1400. Are you available to chat if I run into problems? again good work on the video.

[@allisonm7223]

I can’t find the video of the epson 15000 conversion. Is there one?

[@arabellachannel8973]

What size tubing do I need

[@flore-shneiderremy5267]

Hi how are you I have an L805 doesn’t want to print the film but paper what should I do

[@yemarican]

Thank you so much for sharing this... I have the same exact printer and I had installed the ciss system on it for screen printing purposes a few years back.. I am here because I now want to convert it to sublimation ink... I have a question.. I noticed you eliminated two middle colors and replaced them with white sublimation ink .. how is that going to work? will you be able to print full color photos just like dye ink? I really need to know before I order the inks from that website you recommended. Thank you .. your tutorial was super awesome by the way. Last thing .. will I be able to print super dark black on film positive for screen printing? its what I use the printer for the most!

[@SouthbayCreations]

The ink isn’t for sublimation, it’s a special ink for DTF, Direct to Film. Sublimation ink has no white ink available.

[@lawrencemonroe3087]

What is your ink settings, my 1400 is bleeding out black ink bad😢

[@SeoulToSeattle]

Nice video. Like watching pbs this old house but technology version. Anyways, do you know what cleaning cartridge to get for this epson 1400? I have this and been sitting around for about year or two.

[@SouthbayCreations]

Thanks! You can get some refillable cartridges and use cleaning solution from Vibrant Vibes Ink. That’s works well for me.

[@Skyler_1410]

Hi Jason, I recently bought a 1400 epson and sat around for a few months. I will follow your video tutorial. ANY TIPS for acro rip settings. I have 10.5 and do i need a WIC reset in the future? I have all the necessary things to stary dtf.

[@SouthbayCreations]

Download the WIC reset so you have it handy. It’s been so long since I used Acrorip but jumó on the Facebook group there’s a ton of great info there.

[@retroactive6189]

thanks for the video helped a lot would you know which rip sowtware works best with this printer?

[@swagshak4494]

I Have tried several and the easiest and with the most controls and options has been Cadlink. Hope this helps you. God Luck

[@jetlacoste]

I requested to join the fb page but still waiting on approval. Which is the best rip software for the epson stylus photo 1400? I’m confused by the software and want to get the best one

[@DCDLaserCNC]

Didn't you say there were two sets of rollers that needed to be removed? If so, I do not think you showed how to remove those.

[@monmolmarket]

hi is better this or xp 15000??

[@jmogyoro]

Can you comment on the need to shake the white ink please? You have the ciss reservoir, the cartridge and the lines (tubes). Can you describe the process to shake all of them, or if necessary. I can picture the tank and the cartridge, but won't the ink settle in the lines as well? thanks

[@SouthbayCreations]

The issue with the white ink is it will separate from the components it’s made of, so you need to shake it to keep it mixed well. When it’s six for a long period of time you’ll have all the pigment settle on the bottom where the ink is drawn up through the system and it will cause a clog instantly. It’s recommended when you first start your printer in the morning to shake your cartridges and perform a regular head cleaning to flush the lines. Also you want to maintain good humidity and temperature control wherever the printer is stored.

[@giuseppecannitello6707]

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[@samanthadavis3675]

What if color shows full but not coming out

[@myeshabeavers2391]

Do you have a video to convert R1900? Or any advice? The only thing I'm worried about is the cartridges being able to read.

[@laineNaa06]

From what he was saying it might be the same way he converted this 1400 im guessing

[@FidelElvira]

HI, do you think an epson 7600 24" can be converted?

[@SouthbayCreations]

I'm not sure if there is a RIP that supports it. In my Facebook group there is a list of supported printer you can checkout.

[@user-pk7bp1sd1h]

Good evening, engineer, please can you help me, I have a problem with my Epson 1410 . printer

[@harrycash8713]

Great video how does only two white cartridges do on a black T-shirt will it cover and be opaque and is that San Diego shirt you're wearing a DTF shirt thanks in advance

[@SouthbayCreations]

Two cartridges is sufficient, it will print a little slower because it will beed to make more passes to get the right coverage. Yes the shirt was printed with DTF. Come over and join the Facebook group. There’s a lot of great folks in there sharing knowledge and showing off their work.

[@harrycash8713]

@@SouthbayCreations thank you I tried to join the group waiting on approval

[@harrycash8713]

@@SouthbayCreations I had a photo stylus 1400 then I got rid of a few months ago should I have kept that one and converted it or would I be better off with one of these that you showcase

[@SouthbayCreations]

Those are good printers. People complain they’re slow but the print quality is fantastic and they’re reliable.

[@anthonycaldiero2304]

Where did you get your ink cartridge? Like material ?

[@SouthbayCreations]

vvinks.com

[@printcruz]

Which rip software do you recommend for this printer?

[@SouthbayCreations]

Cadlink

[@freshfuel]

I’m buying a epson 1430 is this the perfect dtf printer to get rolling ?

[@SouthbayCreations]

Yes, those have really good print quality

[@robertsantiago3705]

I have a 1400 dtf but I can’t get red light to go off cartridge are full but not going off plz help

[@SouthbayCreations]

You probably need to reset the waste tank

[@MrBatman863]

I was looking a converting printers and I seen someone say I need rip software is that true cause when I was looking at the software it was 1k

[@SouthbayCreations]

Yes you do need rip software but it is not $1000, it's less than half of that.

[@user-pk7bp1sd1h]

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[@marketinguploads4264]

Where did you get the tubes with cartridges?

[@SouthbayCreations]

@@marketinguploads4264 Vibrant Vibes Ink

[@guylaurent8663]

hello, which osftware do you use to print ? acrorip ?

[@SouthbayCreations]

Cadlink 99% I rarely use Acrorip

[@jessreinbach1782]

Hello. can't you help me I have an epson stylus 1400. I have understood how the conversion takes place. but you convert yours to 2 white colors. how do I code the printer/computer to be able to run with the 2 white colors instead of the 2 standard colors 🙏

[@SouthbayCreations]

Sorry for the late reply. You need to use a RIP software with Cadlink or Acrorip. That will manage the white channels

[@hchazzzh1]

Is this chip or chipless

[@oliviamartial8150]

Hi! What’s the name of the reusable ink cartridges?

[@SaafiFaridLartiste]

DTF INK

[@stuartcotterill9475]

Does anyone know what size the waste ink line is?

[@tinkscreations7701]

1/8” is what he said 😊

[@rodriguezpierre6968]

Hello where you located, can you convert mine for me???

[@Cruzmuzic]

Does this printer need a chip resetter?

[@SouthbayCreations]

Yes it does

[@dolphinia94]

I am looking at Epson Stylus Photo R1900. Is this printer the same to setup for dtf as 1400?

[@SouthbayCreations]

It’s not quite the same, it’s similar. The R1900 has 8 ink channels and the 1400 only has 6. Also the R1900 is much faster than the 1400. The R1900 is a fantastic printer, it’s one of the fastest out there but the down fall is if you need to replace the printhead it would be better to trash the whole printer and find another used one. The heads are crazy expensive for that model. The 1400 heads are much more economical but they print very slow.

[@dolphinia94]

@@SouthbayCreations thanks so much much for explaining that. If I do get the R1900 could you explain or show me how to remove wheels?

[@SouthbayCreations]

You’re welcome. Yes I sure can

[@jimmyperez6887]

Epson R2400 same to convert asthe 1400?

[@SouthbayCreations]

Yes

[@tiffanynewsom5412]

Have you ever had a 1400 not reset when you used the WIC reset? Mine won't reset.

[@SouthbayCreations]

I’ve never seen that before. Jump in our Facebook group and post your question there maybe someone will have the answer for you.

[@tiffanynewsom5412]

Thank you will do !!

[@aldeatzalbal4840]

It's work with (epson stylus photo r1800) ????

[@SouthbayCreations]

Yes it does

[@jodihooten]

@@SouthbayCreations is this the same process for the r1800?

[@SouthbayCreations]

@@jodihooten Yes it is

[@srdesigneredition6407]

Do these chips needs resetting?

[@SouthbayCreations]

Yes they do

[@srdesigneredition6407]

@@SouthbayCreations so where can o bought the chip resetter and I want to join your Facebook group as well, I have a friend she have a L1800 dtf printer and it’s printing smearing each time and she really needs help I will let her join your Fb group as well

[@SouthbayCreations]

@@srdesigneredition6407 The Facebook group is free, your welcome to join anytime. Lot’s of great info there! Try vvinks.com for the resetter. If you don’t see it listed send her an email or jump on the group.

[@srdesigneredition6407]

@@SouthbayCreations question I’m planning to get a xp 15000 and convert it to dtf do you think it’s a good idea or the epson 1400 is better and how they are keeping up this far ?

[@ifeatuezenwankwo9058]

You would have shown us what it can print

[@SouthbayCreations]

Yes I was going to but I was out of time. Join my Facebook group there’s a lot of examples there

[@cheluradio]

Awesome video! Answered a lot of my questions for the exact printer. Much appreciated 👊🏼

[@SouthbayCreations]

Right on, glad it helped!

[@edrivendojo9043]

The video says 1/8in but it looks like 1/4in or maybe even 3/8in tubing.

[@SouthbayCreations]

It’s measured from the inside diameter.

[@user-pk7bp1sd1h]

Good evening, I am an engineer. I have a problem with my printer. Can you help me please?

[@SouthbayCreations]

Yes we sure can. Come over to our Facebook group so we can help you.

[@user-pk7bp1sd1h]

@@SouthbayCreations Thank you, but I'm sorry, I don't have Facebook

[@adrianvincentbasinillo3003]

@@SouthbayCreations hello, i do have the same printer, but now the ink button was permanently lit. tried to clean nothing happens. printer is turning on but the initial purge is not happening.

[@SouthbayCreations]

@@adrianvincentbasinillo3003 Did you reset the ink cartridges?

[@LalaRodriguez45]

For some reason my printer prints with steaks

[@user-pr3wm1zu9o]

I'm in the process of converting a Stylus1400 printer to DTF ,I'm using your video to complete the Set up. Thanks for the clear and detailed process session video my friend . cromeoneoutrageou5! ©️®️ 🌐 💣LA