Summa DC5 54" Large-Format Thermal Transfer Printer Cutter Powerhouse
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Product Description
The Summa DC5 is the industry's premier 54-inch wide-format thermal transfer print-and-cut system, engineered for graphics professionals who require maximum durability with minimal operational upkeep. Operating without liquid inks, this seventh-generation machine eliminates the traditional complications of clogged inkjet heads, everyday maintenance routines, and hazardous solvent ventilation setup, delivering outdoor-ready signs instantly from the printer bed.
Advanced Thermal Transfer Printing & Contour Technology
Utilizing high-density spot and process resin ribbons, the DC5 bonds color pigments directly onto your substrates with thermal pressure. This process achieves rich, solid graphics with a certified **outdoor lifespan of up to 5 years** entirely unlaminated. For downstream operations, an integrated drag-knife cutting array running standard Summa D-Series blades executes high-speed contour tracking up to 24 inches per second.
Automated SmartRibbon™ & Media Management
- 8-Station Ribbon Changer: Features an automated internal cassette switcher that holds up to 8 high-capacity SmartRibbon™ cartridges, facilitating multi-color continuous printing up to 625 sq ft unattended.
- OptiPrint™ Substrate Pre-Cleaner: Built-in contact cleaning assembly actively sweeps dust and airborne micro-particles from the vinyl surface right before the thermal head engages, ensuring pristine vector lines.
- OptiTrac™ Active Steering: Employs a laser-guided friction feed combined with specialized active steering drive wheels to keep long-format vinyl tracks accurately straight over heavy production rolls.
- Full-Color Vivid Touch Screen: Equipped with a responsive digital user control console on the chassis alongside desktop software to store custom structural tension configurations directly to the unit.
Industrial Productivity Architecture
The DC5 framework utilizes a lightning-fast data processor linked with 64 MB of print execution RAM and a built-in 2 GB local hard drive for repeating localized print-on-demand files. Built for high-volume network environments, the unit is outfitted with high-speed USB and Ethernet ports, allowing a single workstation computer to smoothly pilot up to four distinct DC-series machines concurrently.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Factory Specifications |
|---|---|
| Print & Cut Width | Maximum Working Envelope: 54 inches (137 cm) |
| Printing Velocity | Spot Mode: 93 ft²/hr (8.7 m²/h) | Process CMYK Mode: 34 ft²/hr (3.2 m²/h) |
| Contour Cutting Velocity | Up to 24 inches per second (600 mm/sec) axial speed |
| Maximum Hardware Resolution | 609 x 304 dpi (Apparent Software Target: 609 x 609 dpi) |
| Media Width Support | Variable compatibility: 20", 24", 30", 39.37", 48", and 54" rolls |
| Media Tracking Mechanics | OptiTrac™ laser-guided alignment with variable-position traction rollers |
| Chassis Connectivity | USB port and integrated Ethernet connectivity module |
| Equipment Footprint | 90.6" W x 24.8" D x 51.2" H (230 x 63 x 130 cm) | Weight: 550 lbs (250 kg) |
Standard Box Contents: Summa ColorControl RIP + Cut Edition software suite, CorelDRAW/Illustrator plugins, 8 quick-load SmartRibbon™ cassettes, 1 full set of CMYK industrial ribbons, 54” x 150’ high-performance premium 3M white vinyl roll, pair of core guide flanges, 1 OptiPrint cleaning roll refill core, standard 36° drag blade holder, two 36° cutting blades, manual sheet cut-off knife (plus 1 spare blade), media-handling protective gloves, thermal printhead cleaning swabs, power cord, and a 15-foot USB setup cable.