[VBGrafx]

I purchased an entire shop of equipment and one thing I got was a 6/6 Manual Press.... looks to be a CAPS press...

The only reason I say that is because it is "orange"! But it is really solid and prints great. We took it apart to get it out the building it was in and we cant find any markings telling what it is?

Can anybody direct me to where I could get parts for this press.

Thanks

 

[Rk69rn]

Parts


Limited parts but can probably contact them for more info.

Hope this helps.

RK

 

[VBGrafx]

Ya, I have been to that site. But the back clamp on my press is SO much better built. that's why I don't think it is a CAPS press.

I was hoping that more people in the Forum would help me on identifying the press by looking past the orange color.

 

[Rk69rn]

It has quite of few design details that are identical to my caps.

rk

 

[VBGrafx]

Can you send me a picture of the clamps, and an over all view of the press?

I am looking at my clamps. It is 1/4" thick. The replacement parts are 1/8"?

It just seems to be a heavier machine.... Thanks

 

[Rk69rn]

Here you go.

 

[TshirtStan]

I have an older CAPS press. It's not built like that. I agree some of the design details are similar. Look at some of the presses on the Internet and see what you can use. What parts you need? I have a 4 color 4 station hat press that has the same clamps. If the price is right I may sell a part off it.

 

[VBGrafx]

Here you go.

Hey RK, that is awesome.... That looks real close to what I have. have you ever replaced a back clamp or any parts? The parts online look too thin?

 

[VBGrafx]

I have an older CAPS press. It's not built like that. I agree some of the design details are similar. Look at some of the presses on the Internet and see what you can use. What parts you need? I have a 4 color 4 station hat press that has the same clamps. If the price is right I may sell a part off it.

I also have a 4-color 1-station CAPS (HAT) press that I don't use, but the parts are much much cheaper made and not 100% the same.

 

[VBGrafx]

Look how thin this is!

 

[Rk69rn]

No, I haven't replaced anything but I do need a replacement print head as well.

Hey TshirtStan, do you have a pic of the print head, and how much do you want?

 

[tpitman]

I had a CAPS press like those shown. The newer presses they sell are different, and I'm not sure in a good way. My only beef with mine was the micros. Otherwise, a decent press. I still have my CAPS dryer, which I paid $1400 for new from Alan when he owned the company in Tennessee. I got the 6-color press for $1650 plus shipping. It was supposed to be a floor model from shows. It was brand new.

 

[VBGrafx]

Here you go.

Hey Rickey, how do you manage to keep your equipment so clean? WOW!

No matter how much I try, after production, I got glue and dust all over my press and floor! We do about 1000-2000 shirts on this little press a week.

 

[Rk69rn]

Ha ha! I'm not that good. I just bought this press and the previous owner cleaned it up and repacked, regreased the bearings.

I'm just a hobbyist learning the trade and I must say it has been fun. I bought a 4 color single station magnetic benchtop press with a couple of flash dryers and an exposure unit for $250. Kinda outgrew the magnet press so I thought I needed something better. Now if I can only find an affordable conveyor dryer

 

[VBGrafx]

Ranar has a small 110v Scamp 200 dryer that I believe would be perfect for you. Small light, so you can drag it around the press. Easy to work on. I got two that we have been having for years. They where originally on a mobile press trailer running off a generator. So they don't burn too much electricity.

• 110 volt or 220 volt power configuration
• 75 shirts per hour production
• 150 cap per hour production
• Adjustable panel height and angle
• Insulated oven
• Fully variable belt speed (0-12 fpm)
• High quality teflon coated fiberglass belt for long life
• 5 foot long conveyor
• 18" belt width

 

[Rk69rn]

Thanks Vic,

That is exactly what I'm looking for, now if I can find one locally and sneak it in the garage without the wife noticing.

 

[VBGrafx]

What "without your wife knowing"? You should have her printing while you watch the game!

The reason they originally went with this little dryer is because it has the exact heating element as the flash.... and when the unit was on the road if they had a problem they could simply change out one for the other.... It is bsically a flash dryer with a temp. control, on off switch and a belt!

But small enough for a small-med size busn. the only down side is it would slow down a faster press.

But if you are starting out will be fine. If you can find one used for a few bucks... they are nothing to work on.

 

[Rk69rn]

I like the size and think it would be perfect for my needs. I am keeping my eyes open for anything similar that is within a couple hours driving distance.

 

[MrScreenPrint]

it's most definitely a caps press. I think they may have switched over to producing or just selling cheaper made and less capable machines. the stuff on their site doesnt look the same any more.

I have a 4 color bench top cap press that is very similar to your bigger press. but your is indeed a caps...MSP

Ya, I have been to that site. But the back clamp on my press is SO much better built. that's why I don't think it is a CAPS press.

I was hoping that more people in the Forum would help me on identifying the press by looking past the orange color.

 

[VBGrafx]

I have had to make parts for the Caps Press, because the ones offered through the site are so VERY cheaply made. I had someone send me photos of their press and it was very similar. I originally thought it could be a CAPS press but still to this day have not found one 100% like mine...? The body and arms on my press are different from any I have seen. The parts I need are in the clamps and some of the adjustment knobs are stripped. So i am having to drill them out and retread them!!!! Pain in the A**!