DT-350R Screen Printing Machine for 5 Gallon Buckets
DT-350R High-Speed Screen Printing Machine for 5-Gallon Buckets
Automated Multi-Color Screen Printing for Buckets, Pails & Cylindrical Containers
Looking to print high-resolution, multi-color logos and branding on 5-gallon buckets and industrial pails with unmatched speed and precision? The DT-350R from Deco Tech is a fully automatic screen printing machine purpose-built for high-volume decoration of large cylindrical containers, including plastic, metal, and HDPE buckets used across industries like paint, chemicals, adhesives, agriculture, and construction.
Engineered for continuous production environments, the DT-350R combines rugged mechanical reliability with advanced servo or pneumatic registration systems, ensuring clean, repeatable prints even on irregular or slightly tapered surfaces. This system offers rapid part loading, smooth indexing, and quick changeover capability to maximize uptime when running multiple SKUs. It’s also fully compatible with UV-curable screen printing inks, allowing for fast curing, strong adhesion, and high-opacity output on dark or light-colored substrates.
With its robust design and flexible print capacity, the DT-350R is the ideal solution for manufacturers seeking to bring screen printing in-house or scale up their current bucket and pail decoration operations with greater efficiency and lower per-part cost.
Key Features of the DT-350R Bucket Printer
- Designed for 5-Gallon Buckets & Cylindrical Containers
Compatible with HDPE, LDPE, PP, metal pails, and more - Multi-Color Capability
Print 1 to 6 colors with precise color-to-color registration - Fully Automatic Indexing & Part Handling
Reduces labor and increases throughput - Servo-Driven Precision
Ensures consistent print quality on every cycle - UV Curing Integration Available
Fast-drying and durable prints, perfect for industrial products - Fast Setup & Changeover
Designed for minimal downtime between SKUs - Heavy-Duty Construction
Built for 24/7 industrial use with a reinforced machine base
Typical Applications
- 5-gallon chemical buckets
- Paint and coatings containers
- Lubricant and oil pails
- Construction adhesive buckets
- Agricultural and pool chemical containers
- Branded utility buckets for OEMs and retailers
Why Screen Printing for 5-Gallon Buckets?
Screen printing offers unmatched durability, color vibrancy, and adhesion on curved surfaces like buckets and pails. With UV-cured inks, prints are scratch-resistant, waterproof, and long-lasting—perfect for outdoor and industrial environments.
Compared to labels or digital printing, screen printing delivers lower cost per unit at high volumes and superior opacity on dark substrates.
Built for High-Volume Industrial Decorators
Deco Tech’s DT-350R is trusted by paint manufacturers, chemical packagers, and OEMs who demand reliable, repeatable, and low-maintenance printing for bulk container decoration. Whether you're printing 10,000 or 1 million buckets a year, this system scales with you.
Ready to Streamline Your Bucket Printing?
Take the next step toward faster, cleaner, and more consistent decoration on 5-gallon buckets and pails. Whether you're scaling production or bringing printing in-house, the DT-350R delivers the automation, precision, and reliability your operation demands.
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DT-350R & DT-350RS Screen Printing Machine Technical Specifications
| Specification | DT-350R | DT-350RS |
|---|---|---|
| Drive System | Pneumatic | Dual Servo |
| Frame Stroke (Up/Down) | 80 mm (3.15") | 80 mm (3.15") |
| Machine Dimensions (L × W × H) | 1,650 × 1,500 × 1,450 mm (65" × 59" × 57") | 1,650 × 1,500 × 1,450 mm (65" × 59" × 57") |
| Max Print Diameter (Round) | 350 mm (13.78") | 350 mm (13.78") |
| Max Print Area (Oval) | 1,090 mm (42.91") Arc Length | 1,090 mm (42.91") Arc Length |
| Max Screen Frame Size | 450 × 1,480 × 50 mm (17.72" × 58" × 2") | 450 × 1,480 × 50 mm (17.72" × 58" × 2") |
| Squeegee Angle | 0–15° | 0–15° |
| Print Cycle Speed | Up to 680 cycles/hour | Up to 680 cycles/hour |
| Squeegee Pressure | 2–4 bar | 2–4 bar |
| Electrical Requirements | 110V / 220V, 50–60 Hz | 110V / 220V, 50–60 Hz |
| Air Pressure Input | 5.5 bar (80 psi) | 5.5 bar (80 psi) |
| Machine Weight | 280 kg (610.7 lbs) | 280 kg (610.7 lbs) |
| Crated Weight | 410 kg (902 lbs) | 410 kg (902 lbs) |
| Crate Dimensions (L × W × H) | 2,030 × 1,250 × 1,660 mm (80" × 49.5" × 65.5") | 2,030 × 1,250 × 1,660 mm (80" × 49.5" × 65.5") |