Vastex Vastex D-1000 Infrared Conveyor Dryer D-1000-(120 or 240)
Vastex D-1000 Infrared Conveyor Dryer: tabletop dryer, 26 in. belt, 2,050 W infrared heater, 110+ plastisol shirts an hour, 120V or 240V, CE certified. From Buckets of Ink, authorized Vastex dealer in Tempe, AZ since 2008.
Why buy it from Buckets of Ink
- Live price $2,911.00
- Financing: apply in about 5 minutes
- One quote for dryer, ink and supplies, emailed in a minute, good 30 days: build my quote
- Kit: Vastex cure bundle, D-1000 + RedFlash, from $4,621.00
- Selling your old dryer? List it with us
- Showroom demo by appointment, Mon-Fri 7:30 AM-4:00 PM, 906 S Priest Dr Ste 101, Tempe
- Local help: call or text 480-229-7806
Some equipment may have lead times based on manufacturer inventory and build cycles; we'll confirm your ship date during the quote and order process.
Vastex D-1000 specifications
| Belt width | 26 in. |
| Conveyor | 56 in. long, 25 in. infeed |
| Heat chamber | 18 in. long, 27.75 in. opening |
| Heater | 16 x 20 in., 2,050 W, height 2-7 in., tilts |
| Production | 110+ plastisol/hr, 50+ discharge/hr* |
| Belt speed | 0.6-7.4 ft/min (17 s-1:20 dwell) |
| Max print width | 16 in. |
| Heat range | 0-750°F at heater |
| Power 120V | 16.5 A, NEMA 5-20P |
| Power 208V / 240V | 10 A / 8.5 A, NEMA 6-15P |
| Overall size | 56 x 32 x 19 in. (D-1000-L 15 in.) |
| Unit weight | 114 lb |
| Shipping | 226 lb skid, 49 x 37 x 36 in. |
| Exhaust | optional, 177 CFM, 4 in. |
*Vastex estimate, 16 in. centers.
Options: EXH-18 exhaust hood (for DTF), 10 in. front extension ($231.00), S1-27 stand with S1-27-DEMT mounts, factory assembly ($170.00), low-profile D-1000-L.
How to choose the right dryer size
Chris, our owner: size it from your shop, volume and the presses feeding it; buy up on belt width (his answer). The D-100 and D-1000 don't take add-on chambers; LittleRed and BigRed do.
| Vastex | Belt | Heater | Plastisol/hr | Power | Add chambers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D-100 | 18 in. | 1,625 W | 110+ | 120/240V plug | No |
| D-1000 | 26 in. | 2,050 W | 110+ | 120/240V plug | No |
| LittleRed X1-30 | 30 in. | 2,600 W | 130 | 120/240V plug | Yes |
| BigRed 4D | 30 in. | 11,400 W | DTG too | 240-480V wired | Yes |
Will it fit and run?
- Power: 120V needs its own 20 A circuit and a 5-20R outlet; 240V a 6-15R. Cord included.
- Space: 56 x 32 in. table, a 30 in. square cart, or the S1-27 stand.
- Ventilation: powered exhaust for water-based; hood for DTF.
- Doorway: boxes are 36 x 31 x 8 in. or less; assembled it is 32 in. wide.
Video and downloads
Vastex: why use a donut probe · brochure and specs (PDF) · operation manual (PDF) · accessories (PDF)
What's included
- 2,050 W infrared heater with shields
- Conveyor, Teflon-coated belt and drive
- Chamber panels and hardware
- Power cord and Vastex manual
You'll also need
- Plastisol ink: Brite White qt $24.00
- Test pellons $42.00; laser temp gun $59.95 or Thermolabel strips $30.00 (in stock; add to your quote)
- DTF: powder $33.95, 13 in. film $36.95
Plastisol cure chart · belt speed and heater height
Warranty
Factory warranty from Vastex - details on request (480-229-7806).
Vastex D-1000 FAQ
What temperature cures plastisol on the D-1000?
Most plastisol cures at 320-330°F through the ink: about 20-30 s in the chamber (Vastex). Check with a probe.
Can it cure water-based and discharge ink?
Yes, 50+ shirts/hr. Vastex has seen 50-90 second cures; a powered exhaust is recommended.
Can the D-1000 cure DTF transfers?
Yes. Vastex start point: heater 1-2 in. above the film, heat 6, 1-1.5 minutes. An EXH-18 exhaust hood is strongly recommended.
Can it cure DTG prints?
No. Vastex lists it for screen inks and DTF only; for DTG see the LittleRed X1D or BigRed 4D.
What belt speed does it run?
0.6-7.4 ft/min: 17 seconds to 1:20 in the heat chamber.
120V or 240V?
Same heater and output. 120V draws 16.5 A on its own 20 A circuit (5-20R); 240V draws 8.5 A on a 6-15R outlet.
How many shirts per hour?
110+ plastisol (about 25 s) and 50+ water-based or discharge (about 70 s), on 16 in. centers.
How does it ship and set up?
Partly assembled, 5 boxes on a skid (226 lb), by LTL freight or parcel; freight is on your quote. Bolt-together setup, or add factory assembly.
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