Vastex V-1000 vs V-2000HD: Which Manual Press?
| V-1000 | V-2000HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Grade | Commercial | Industrial (heavy duty) |
| Sizes | 1x1 to 8x8 | 1x1 to 10x10 |
| Registration | Floating head + micro-registration | Wrench-free zero-backlash micro-registration (1/4 turn = 1/64 in.) |
| Max screen | Up to 21 x 28 in. (V-1000 brochure) | Rear clamp: unlimited width with double gas springs |
| Pallets | Steel w/ rubber tops (interchangeable) | Never-warp steel w/ rubber tops, quick-release arm |
| Shipping | V1-T11 UPS 67 lb; V1-T14 175 lb crated | V2HD-11-T 281 lb; V2HD-66 800 lb crated |
| Shop | V-1000 V1-T14 | V-2000HD-44 |
Which should you buy?
Choose the V-1000 for a first commercial press, part-time production or tight budgets. Choose the V-2000HD if you print every day, run oversize/heavy screens or want the fastest setups.
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Frequently asked questions
Are V-1000 and V-2000HD pallets interchangeable?
Vastex lists V-1000 steel pallets as interchangeable with the V-2000; check the arm/mount on your part number.
Which holds resale value better?
Industrial V-2000HD presses are built for decades of daily use and hold value well - ask us about trade-ins.
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