By rcfitz86 on
Mar. 07, 2011
United States
Still researching autos. There are two Sportsmans available at a pretty good price, but they are in a 6/8 configuration. I'd like to keep the price below 23K because I still need to buy a compressor/chiller. Think I should keep holding out to find an 8C press? I've seen a bunch of Gauntlet I's, but I'm not impressed with their feature set. Looking for a newer press.
For those of you who have or had a 6C auto, how fast did you outgrow it? Do you wish you went 8+ colors to start?
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Re: Thoughts on 6c vs 8c
Well a lot of factors, space was a major issue. This press only has an 11' diameter was priced right and will do everything I need it to do. Price is always the biggest factor for me...
Varsity Ink
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Re: Thoughts on 6c vs 8c
Thanks but that didn't really address any of my questions.
Re: Thoughts on 6c vs 8c
If you can, try to get an 8 color. You'll loose a head with the flash, and you'll want a cool down station two, so that basically limits you to a 6-color design. If you're doing index printing, you'll want 8 plus print heads for sure.
Take your time and look around for a while. Check all of the classifieds.
Good luck to you!
Paul
Re: Thoughts on 6c vs 8c
That's why I went with the Javelin, print and flash on the same head without sacrificing a "cool down" or flash station...
Varsity Ink
serving the Statesboro, Milledgeville, and Savannah, GA areas t-shirt and promotional items needs
"Passionate about Printing"
www.varsityinkonline.com
www.5kshirts.com
Re: Thoughts on 6c vs 8c
Can you tell me more about your personal experience with the press and what other presses you considered when making your decision?