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DT-418-UVT Automatic UV Tube Screen Printing Machine

Automated High-Speed Container Decoration for Cylindrical Plastic and Glass Parts

Deco Tech DT-418UVT Rotary UV Screen Printing Machine

Precision UV Screen Printing for Cosmetic Tubes, Plastic Jars & Small Glass Containers

The DT-418UVT is a high-performance, fully automatic UV screen printing machine engineered for decorating cosmetic tubes, plastic jars, and small glass containers. Designed for consistent speed and accuracy, this system combines industrial reliability with a compact footprint—ideal for manufacturers seeking efficient decoration with fast changeovers and repeatable print quality.

This rotary UV screen printer uses a SANKYO mechanical indexer for precise part positioning and features a robust SITI main drive motor powered by a barrel cam. Each print station is paired with a Hanovia-brand UV curing lamp (Made in the USA) to instantly cure inks and ensure high durability and adhesion on a wide range of plastic and glass substrates.

Key Features of the DT-418UVT UV Screen Printing Machine

  • Fully Automatic Rotary Screen Printing – Equipped with an 18-station mechanical rotary indexer for synchronized part handling and printing.
  • High-Speed UV Curing – Integrated Hanovia UV curing units with mercury lamps deliver powerful curing after each print head.
  • Servo & Cam-Driven Operation – Barrel cam and SITI motor ensure long-term precision and low-maintenance operation.
  • Optical Pre-Registration – Motor-controlled sensor system aligns parts accurately prior to print for improved print registration.
  • Automated Loading/Unloading – Hands-free part transfer reduces labor and boosts throughput.
  • Pre-Treatment Options – Optional flame pre-treatment and deionizing stations prepare the substrate surface for optimal ink adhesion.
  • User-Friendly Touchscreen – OMRON-based PLC control interface allows easy job setup and parameter adjustments.
  • Flexible Print Area – Supports parts up to 50mm diameter × 200mm length (1.96" × 7.87").
  • Quick Changeovers – Engineered for rapid job change with adjustable squeegee angle and height settings.
  • Meets Industrial Safety Standards – Equipped with interlocked safety doors and e-stop protection.

Engineered for Demanding, High-Speed Production Lines

Key Technical Advantages of the DT-CNC Series:

  • High-Speed Output
    Achieve production rates up to 60 containers per minute, even in multi-color screen printing applications.
  • Multi-Shape Printing Compatibility
    Easily handles round, oval, and square bottles or containers, offering flexibility for diverse packaging lines.
  • Precision Multicolor Registration
    Delivers ±0.1–0.3 mm alignment accuracy to ensure crisp, clean multi-color decoration across every unit.
  • Vision-Based Positioning System
    Integrated CCD camera registration guarantees exact container positioning before each print cycle.
  • Energy-Efficient LED UV Curing
    Fast-curing, cool-to-the-touch LED UV lamps reduce energy use while supporting continuous, high-speed operation.
  • Integrated Flame Pretreatment
    Optimizes ink adhesion, especially on difficult substrates like PE, PP, and other low-surface-energy plastics.
  • Advanced Motion Control System
    Includes a German-engineered Beckhoff motion controller and a user-friendly iPad-based interface for streamlined operation.
  • Precision Servo Drive Technology
    Powered by Inovance high-torque servo motors for consistent motion, repeatability, and long-term reliability.
  • Fully Automated Workflow
    Minimizes operator involvement and maximizes uptime, ensuring smooth, uninterrupted production.

Key Features of the DT-418UVT UV Screen Printing Machine

The DT-CNC Series is trusted by manufacturers across multiple precision-driven industries, including:

  • Cosmetics – Ideal for printing on lipstick tubes, serum bottles, and makeup compacts
  • Personal Care – Supports decoration of shampoo bottles, lotion pumps, and body wash containers
  • Pharmaceutical – Designed for vials, pipettes, pill bottles, and prescription packaging
  • Nutraceuticals – Perfect for supplement jars, sports nutrition bottles, and wellness containers
  • Industrial Packaging – Suited for chemical bottles, automotive fluids, and rugged product housings

Whether you're printing bold branding, fine line details, or multi-color UV finishes, the DT-CNC Series delivers the accuracy, repeatability, and production speed required by today’s most demanding product lines.

Ready to streamline your tube and container decoration process?

Let Deco Tech help you take control of speed, precision, and print quality with the DT-418UVT or DT-CNC series. Whether you're printing on cosmetic tubes, medical vials, or specialty plastic containers, our UV screen printing solutions deliver real production results—backed by expert support.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - DT-418UVT SCREEN PRINTING AUTOMATIOIN

Specifications DT-418UVT
Printing Product Size (D × L)13–50 mm Ø × 20–200 mm L
Max Print Area160 × 160 mm (6.30" × 6.30")
Production SpeedUp to 3,600 pieces per hour
UV Lamp Power2.4 KW each
Electrical Connection380V, 3 phase, 50/60 Hz (51 Amps)
Input Air Pressure5–7 bar
Power ConsumptionApprox. 23 KW per hour
Machine Dimensions (L × W × H)4,650 × 3,100 × 2,350 mm (183.0" × 122.0" × 94.5")
Weight5,000 kg (11,024 lbs)
Machine ColorOff-white with blue trim

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