Buy a Used UV LED Printer or a New One?

If you need a UV LED printer, you have two options: you can buy a used LED printer or a new one. While the used UV LED printer may be less expensive, it may not be the best value in the printer world. Here are the reasons a new printer is a better option for your business than a used UV LED printer purchased on the secondary market:

Better Technology

As you know, technology is always improving, and this is especially true in the printer world. Even a used UV LED printer that was made five years ago won’t be able to compete with a new one. Here are some of the advantages that the technology in new UV LED printers gives you:

• Clearer Images – With our advanced printer settings and enhanced print modes, your images will be as clear as a photograph, sending the right brand message for your company—because nothing looks more unprofessional than blurry logos.
• Easier Application – The inks in our UV LED printers can be applied directly onto most of the substrates you are using. You won’t have to deal with any priming or pre-coating of most materials to get stellar results.
• Unlimited Possibilities – Most used LED printers have limitations in regards to what you will be able to print on. On the contrary, with our UV LED printers, you can print on almost anything from plastic to wood to metal to tile.
• Faster Process – Time is money, so the faster you can produce your products, the more money you are making. One of our new UV LED printers will print at lightning speed, especially when compared to some of the used LED printers out there.
• Smarter Inks – With our Bulk Ink System, you can save time and money on your ink refills. They also have zero VOC content to keep you safe and won’t require the added expense of an air filtration system.

Fewer Surprises

When you buy a used UV LED printer on the secondary market, you don’t really know what you are getting. Sure, the previous owner can always claim the printer is like new, and in excellent condition, but just like with a used car, it’s pretty easy for the seller to hide important details from you. So instead of getting to use your used UV LED printer worry-free, you might end up with huge costly repairs for damage that you didn’t even create. Not only do our new UV LED printers include warranties, but you can also opt for an extended warranty avoiding some of the need to invest any funds into repairs.

If you are looking to test the UV LED printer technology in your business or looking for a way to limit your initial investment, contact the manufacturer directly. Manufacturers may have machines that have gone through the quality control process again, similar to buying a certified pre-owned vehicle. At DCS, our Platinum Program is the ideal fit in these situations.

Even though a purchasing a used UV LED printer on the secondary market may seem like a better deal upfront, you may spend a lot more time operating the system, and a lot more money keeping it running. Not only that, but the UV LED printer that produces the superior product (the new one) will pay for itself tenfold in repeat customers and a five-star reputation.

At Direct Color Systems, we are the leading manufacturer of direct-to-substrate printers for a reason—our printers make a top-quality product in record time with minimal upkeep. Contact us today to get a new UV LED printer for your business and have no regrets.