Homemade DIY WIMS for DTG

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ghostofmedusa

Discussion Starter · May 5, 2014

Hi - we have a Freejet and it does not have a WIMS system installed on it. We usually print a ton of orders for 2 weeks and then the machine waits around for a couple weeks until enough orders shuffle in. As many of you may already know, the white ink tends to separate (DuPont) after a few days of non-use. Just put Firebird White in the "Freej", and aren't sure if if it separates as quickly. Also wondering if WIMS is completely necessary: Opinions welcome.

The DIY part of this question: I typed in "DIY WIMS" in the search box, but it proved uneventful for me... Have any of you constructed a homemade DIY WIMS system for a DTG? The principle seems easy enough and I am definitely going to waste some time and money trying figure it out. I just wanted to check with other members to see if anyone has been successful in building one, maybe give me a few pointers. Where to buy tubing and what might work as a manifold.

Note* I have a tendency to destroy things that once worked perfectly, just to see how they work... But I really don't want to eff this up

Thanks in advance

-ghost

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jgabby

· #2 · May 5, 2014

I spent the last few weekd making some search to make my own as well identify most of connector, tubing, pump, filter, wanted to add an inline degassing membrane.

Then I change my mind and end up making my own bag ink system, as I read so much benefit from it.

pm me I sent you a rar file of photo that may inspire you as well.

ghostofmedusa

Discussion Starter · #3 · May 5, 2014

Thank you I really appreciate it!
I think my 2 weeks on/2 weeks off situation might really benefit from a WIMS setup. I'll pm you

jgabby

· #4 · May 5, 2014

2 weeks on hold is long even with wims

Better to print, then flush and idle for 2 weeks.

Flushing white takes 15mn to 20mn, so not big deal

alexus1305

· #5 · May 5, 2014

I think it can help you White Ink Recycle System - USD $495.00 : UFO Printer, Flatbed Printer, Textile Machine, UV Printer, DTG solutions, Uncoated Direct Printing

ghostofmedusa

Discussion Starter · #6 · May 6, 2014

I do print some stuff just to keep it going, just dont want to print everyday (unless it pays)
Wish I could see pics of that Recycle system, that might be what I need...

Those lines in the FJ are probably the longest on any DTG that is comparable in size. So the WIMS would be primarily for the the ink stuck in the lines, as I could already shake the bottle EOD. There probably 8oz in those lines alone. I do have FireBird in there now, am wondering if it requires less shaking

ghostofmedusa

Discussion Starter · #7 · May 23, 2014

Does the recycler use a peristaltic pump like the pump for the print head?

Theres gotta be a way to make one... lol. I am not giving up yet

jgabby

· #8 · May 23, 2014

For ink circulation it is peristatic pump

blue on the photo
[media]http://colmanandcompany.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/dtgwims6_z.jpg[/media]

You can see as well an inline filter

Here is an other chinese model of recirculation
[media]http://www.kmajet.com/upfile_c/201208_o/white-ink-circulation-system_27100253.jpg[/media]

[media]http://i01.i.aliimg.com/photo/v0/561178511/Mini_sized_micro_peristaltic_pump_KAS.jpg[/media]

You should read https://www.yumpu.com/en/document/view/14002504/dtg-viper-user-guide-v2-impression-technology
that show the ink flow and parts.

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ghostofmedusa

Discussion Starter · #9 · May 23, 2014

jgabby said:
For ink circulation it is peristatic pump

blue on the photo
[media]http://colmanandcompany.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/dtgwims6_z.jpg[/media]

You can see as well an inline filter

Here is an other chinese model of recirculation
[media]http://www.kmajet.com/upfile_c/201208_o/white-ink-circulation-system_27100253.jpg[/media]

[media]http://i01.i.aliimg.com/photo/v0/561178511/Mini_sized_micro_peristaltic_pump_KAS.jpg[/media]

You should read https://www.yumpu.com/en/document/view/14002504/dtg-viper-user-guide-v2-impression-technology
that show the ink flow and parts.

This is great information.. Thanks A lot!

jgabby

· #10 · May 23, 2014

I would like to know how you expect to make your own manifold

Smalzstein

· #11 · May 23, 2014

You can get same type of peristaltic pump that impression technologu usses in proffesional stores for aquarium equipement. I've seen it for about 100 - 120 $.

Smalzstein

· #12 · May 23, 2014

jgabby said:
I would like to know how you expect to make your own manifold

If you have acces to CNC equipement you can make fairy easy a very robust and proffesional peristaltic pump

emr80

· #13 · May 25, 2014

Hello Guys

Can you help me to transform an Epson L100, L110 or L200 in to an flatbed ???

zamorasf

· #14 · Apr 28, 2015

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hi there,
I own a fast t-jet blazer pro and the last week's I have a lot of problems with the white ink, one printhead is completely clocked, so I decided to build myself a wins here some pictures of the pomp I have build, replaced the original motor with a Adafruid stepper motor with good power and as a control unit the arduino mege 2560.
I also ordered some inline vacuum filters with a maze of 0,20 micron .
hope this system will solve the cloaking problem of my printhead in the future.

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catldavis

· #15 · May 1, 2015

zamorasf said:
hi there,
I own a fast t-jet blazer pro and the last week's I have a lot of problems with the white ink, one printhead is completely clocked, so I decided to build myself a wins here some pictures of the pomp I have build, replaced the original motor with a Adafruid stepper motor with good power and as a control unit the arduino mege 2560.
I also ordered some inline vacuum filters with a maze of 0,20 micron .
hope this system will solve the cloaking problem of my printhead in the future.

Do you have the ink circulating continuously or is it set to cycle on and off? Where did you get the code for the Arduino?

facine

· #16 · May 21, 2015 (Edited)

Hi! I just found this...

continuous uv ink supply system!LED uv bulk cartiradge with strring motor and with sensor for Motoh/Mimarki/Roland/Epson-in Printing Machinery Parts from Industry & Business on Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group

We only need some dampers, one peristatic pump and some Y tube connectors!

What do you think?

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EricDeem

· #17 · May 21, 2015

My $.02 on the whole white ink circulation topic is this: While it will definitely help in theory..the problem with white ink isn't the seperation in the lines. The issue with the white ink is down in the dampers and head that do not get recirculated with these systems. There are some newer printers that are on the market and coming shortly to market that help with recirculating the ink that is actually in the head/damper assembly so stay tuned!

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zamorasf

· #18 · Jun 16, 2015

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Works flawlessly my DIY WIMS the White ink circulation system.
I,am running my white ink system now for over 2 months without any problem, no more clogged print head.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_VFgm0H8Wo

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catldavis

· #19 · Jun 22, 2015

zamorasf said:
Works flawlessly my DIY WIMS the White ink circulation system.
I,am running my white ink system now for over 2 months without any problem, no more clogged print head.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_VFgm0H8Wo

Where did you get the code for the Arduino?

wavelock

· #20 · Jun 27, 2015

Automatic Ink Circulation System with Arduino Board E Book | Alienbunker

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