Gas vs Electric Conveyor Dryer for Screen Printing
| Gas | Electric | |
|---|---|---|
| Running cost | Usually lower on long, high-volume runs | Higher per hour at high output |
| Install | Natural gas or LPG line + venting + electrical | Electrical service only (often 240V/3-phase) |
| Best for | Automatic presses running all day | Manual shops, smaller automatics, buildings without gas |
| Examples | ROQ Sahara T4518G | ROQ Sahara T3011E, Vastex LittleRed X2-54 |
How to decide
- Check what your building has: gas line, voltage and phase.
- Estimate shirts per hour now and in two years (see what size conveyor dryer do I need).
- Compare install cost against monthly energy cost - we can help run the numbers.
Shop ROQ Sahara dryers and Vastex electric dryers.
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Frequently asked questions
Does gas cure as well as electric?
Yes - both cure plastisol, water-based and DTF when time-at-temperature is right; gas tunnels often recover heat faster at high belt loads.
Can I switch fuel later?
Not easily - choose based on your site. ROQ also offers dual gas/electric Sahara models.
More ROQ guides
- ROQ Sahara conveyor dryers
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- What comes with a ROQ automatic press
- ROQ press price guide
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