Vastex LittleRed X1 Conveyor Dryer
Introducing the Vastex Little Red X1 Dryer, a game-changer for mid-capacity textile printers seeking reliable and high-speed curing solutions. Designed to deliver repeatable results and fast payback, this conveyor dryer is perfect for curing screen printed plastisol inks, water-based inks, discharge, and DTF adhesives at impressive rates.
The Little Red X1 series offers a modular design, providing the flexibility to expand and adapt as your production needs grow. With two available models, the Little Red X1 is available in 30″ and 54″ widths, catering to different printing requirements.
The Little Red X1-30 boasts a 30″ (76 cm) wide by 48″ (122 cm) long conveyor belt and comes with two heater options. The first option is a 24″ (61 cm) wide 120V/2,000 watt heater, capable of curing up to 90 plastisol-printed images or 45 discharge or water-based printed images per hour. Alternatively, you can opt for the 24″ (61 cm) wide 240V/2,600 watt heater, which can cure up to 130 plastisol-printed images or 45 discharge or water-based printed images per hour*.
For larger printing operations, the Little Red X1-54 is the ideal choice. It features a 54″ (137 cm) wide by 66″ (168 cm) long conveyor, equipped with a powerful 48″ (122 cm) wide 240V/5,200 watt infrared heater. With this setup, you can cure up to 260 plastisol-printed images or dry 90 discharge or water-based printed images per hour*.
To ensure optimal performance and minimize fume emissions, we strongly recommend using an exhaust hood (EXH-30/54) when curing DTF adhesives.
Experience the convenience and efficiency of the Vastex Little Red X1 Dryer and take your textile printing to new heights. With its expandable design and high-speed capabilities, it’s a reliable solution for growing print businesses.
$3,970.00 – $5,300.00
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Description
Discover the key features of the Vastex Little Red X1, a powerful and efficient conveyor dryer designed to meet your textile printing needs:
- POWERFUL HEATING OPTIONS: The Little Red X1-30 offers a choice between a 120V/2,000 watt or a 240V/2,600 watt heater, while the Little Red X1-54 comes equipped with a robust 240V/5,200 watt heater. Experience quick and effective curing for your prints.
- EFFICIENT HEAT DISTRIBUTION: The dryer’s closely spaced coils deliver high-density, medium-wavelength infrared heat, ensuring maximum cure speed without any cold spots or under-curing issues.
- DEPENDABLE HEATER WARRANTY: Enjoy peace of mind with Vastex’s industry-leading 15-year heater warranty, providing you with a reliable and long-lasting solution.
- ACCURATE TEMPERATURE CONTROL: The digital PID temperature controller offers precision to within +/-1°F, allowing you to fine-tune and maintain consistent curing temperatures.
- CONSISTENT PERFORMANCE: The low friction belt aligner and DC belt speed control with a digital display ensure smooth and consistent conveyor movement.
- HEAVY DUTY BELT TRACKING: The “X-Series” Conveyor Belt Tracking System comes with a Teflon coated fiberglass belt, enhancing durability and reliability.
- EFFICIENT COOLING: The powered exhaust system not only cools the outer cabinet but also efficiently evacuates moisture and fumes from the dryer, optimizing the printing environment.
- ADJUSTABLE CLEARANCE: Customize the belt-to-heater clearance from 2 to 7 inches (5 – 18 cm) separately on each side for each heater, accommodating various printing needs.
- EXPANDABILITY OPTIONS: The Little Red X1 is designed with modularity in mind. You can add 18-inch (46 cm) and 36-inch (92 cm) chambers, as well as 18-inch (46 cm) belt extensions to grow the dryer’s capacity as your printing demands increase.
- EASY GROWTH: The modular expandability of the Little Red X1 ensures that your dryer can evolve alongside your business, eliminating the need to invest in a larger dryer prematurely and saving you the cost of purchasing a new dryer when you expand.
Discover the reliability, efficiency, and scalability of the Vastex Little Red X1, and take your textile printing to new heights with this versatile and expandable conveyor dryer.
Vastex LittleRed X1 Options:
- Additional Heating Chambers and Conveyor Belt Extensions: Increase the capacity and productivity of your LittleRed X1 dryer by adding extra heating chambers and extending the conveyor belt length as your production needs grow.
- Heavy Duty Belt Motor: This option is recommended for longer conveyor belts to ensure smooth and reliable operation even with extended conveyor lengths.
- Exhaust Hood (EXH-30/54): When curing DTF adhesives or other materials that produce fumes, the exhaust hood helps reduce emissions and improves the working environment by efficiently extracting fumes and moisture.
- Locking Casters for Mobility: Add mobility to your LittleRed X1 dryer with locking casters, allowing you to easily move and position the dryer as needed within your workspace. The locking feature ensures stability during operation.
These optional features offer flexibility and enhance the performance and convenience of the Vastex LittleRed X1 Conveyor Dryer, making it suitable for various printing applications and evolving production demands.
Technical Specifications
Technical Specs of Vastex LittleRed X1 Conveyor Dryer:
LR-X1-30:
- Heater Warranty: 15 Years
- Defect Warranty: 3 Years
- Shirts per Hour (Plastisol): 90+ (120V) / 130+ (240V) @ 25 secs.
- Shirts per Hour (Water-Based/Discharge): 45+ @ 70 secs.
- Time in Tunnel Range: 00:17 – 01:46 (mm:ss)
- Belt Speed: 0.6 – 7.4 FPM (0.18 – 2.3 MPM)
- Exhaust (Free Air): 177 CFM (5 CMM)
- Overall Length: 48” (122 cm)
- Overall Width: 41” (105 cm)
- Overall Height: 48” (122 cm)
- Belt Width: 30” (76 cm)
- Chamber Length: 18” (46 cm)
- Chamber Infeed Width: 33.5” (85 cm)
- Chamber Infeed Height (adjustable): 2″ – 7″ (5 – 17.7 cm)
- Heat Range (@ Heater): 0-900°F (0-482°C) @ 240V / 0-750°F (0-399°C) @ 120V
- Heater Size: 12″ x 24″ (30 x 61 cm)
- Total Wattage: 2,600 Watts @ 240V / 2,000 Watts @ 120V
- Cost/hr to operate based on 10 cents/kWh: 26 cents @ 240V / 20 cents @ 120V
- Electrical Specs: 240V / 12A / 1 Ph. / NEMA 6-15P 120V / 16.5A / NEMA 5-20P
LR-X1-54:
- Heater Warranty: 15 Years
- Defect Warranty: 3 Years
- Shirts per Hour (Plastisol): 260+ @ 25 secs.
- Shirts per Hour (Water-Based/Discharge): 90+ @ 70 secs.
- Time in Tunnel Range: 00:17 – 01:46 (mm:ss)
- Belt Speed: 0.6 – 7.4 FPM (0.18 – 2.3 MPM)
- Exhaust (Free Air): 388 CFM (11 CMM)
- Overall Length: 66” (168 cm)
- Overall Width: 65” (166 cm)
- Overall Height: 48” (122 cm)
- Belt Width: 54” (137 cm)
- Chamber Length: 18” (46 cm)
- Chamber Infeed Width: 58.5″ (149 cm)
- Chamber Infeed Height (adjustable): 2″ – 7″ (5 – 17.7 cm)
- Heat Range (@ Heater): 0-900°F (0-482°C) @ 240V
- Heater Size: 12″ x 48″ (30 x 122 cm)
- Total Wattage: 5,200 Watts
- Cost/hr to operate based on 10 cents/kWh: 52 cents
- Electrical Specs: 240V / 24A / 1 Ph. / 3 wire 50/60HZ
Note: The provided specifications are for reference purposes only and may be subject to change.
