If your shop is ready to move into wider, faster, and more professional sublimation production, the Mimaki TS200-1600 is one of the most important new printers to look at. It is a 64-inch dye sublimation transfer printer built for apparel, sportswear, textiles, soft signage, interior fabrics, and high-volume production environments.
This buying guide breaks down what the Mimaki TS200-1600 does, who it is best for, what you need before buying, and how it fits into a complete sublimation workflow.
What Is the Mimaki TS200-1600?
The Mimaki TS200-1600 is a 64-inch sublimation transfer printer designed for shops that print onto transfer paper and then apply those prints to polyester-based products using heat. It is built with Mimaki’s 330-series engine and a single high-density printhead, giving shops a balance of speed, image quality, color density, and everyday usability.
It can be configured as a 4-color production printer using Blue, Magenta, Yellow, and Black, or as an 8-color printer that adds Violet, Orange, Fluorescent Pink, and Fluorescent Yellow for a wider and more vibrant color range.
For shops producing apparel, sportswear, fashion pieces, socks, soft signage, pillows, totes, and other sublimated goods, the TS200-1600 gives you a strong production platform without jumping into a more complicated industrial setup.
Who Is the Mimaki TS200-1600 Best For?
The TS200-1600 is a strong fit for businesses that are ready to move beyond small-format sublimation and into roll-fed production. It is especially useful for shops that need wider prints, faster output, and better workflow control.
Best-fit businesses include:
- Apparel decorators expanding into wide-format sublimation
- Sportswear and team uniform producers
- Fashion and textile print shops
- Soft signage and fabric graphics companies
- Interior décor and fabric-based product businesses
- Print shops producing sublimated socks, shirts, leggings, pillows, tote bags, and polyester goods
- Growing production shops that need more speed, consistency, and monitoring tools
What Can You Make With the TS200-1600?
Since the TS200-1600 is a dye sublimation transfer printer, it is best used for polyester fabrics, coated sublimation blanks, and transfer-based production workflows. It is not a direct-to-garment printer and it is not a solvent printer for decals or banners. It prints sublimation ink onto transfer paper, then the printed transfer is applied with heat.
Common applications include:
- Custom T-shirts and polyester apparel
- Team uniforms and sportswear
- Leggings and fashion apparel
- Socks and accessories
- Pillows and interior décor products
- Tote bags and promotional products
- Flags, fabric banners, and soft signage
- Roll-to-roll textile graphics
Why the 8-Color Configuration Matters
One of the biggest reasons to consider the Mimaki TS200-1600 is its optional 8-color ink configuration. Standard 4-color sublimation can handle a wide range of production needs, but the expanded 8-color setup gives shops more creative range for high-impact designs.
The 8-color configuration adds Violet, Orange, Fluorescent Pink, and Fluorescent Yellow to the standard Blue, Magenta, Yellow, and Black ink set. This helps produce brighter colors, richer visual contrast, and more eye-catching results for products like sportswear, fashion apparel, promotional goods, and statement textile pieces.
Key Specifications to Know Before Buying
Before investing in the TS200-1600, make sure it matches your shop’s production goals, space, power, and workflow requirements.
| Printer Type | 64-inch dye sublimation transfer printer |
| Maximum Print Width | 63.3 inches |
| Maximum Media Width | 63.7 inches |
| Print Speed | Up to 753.5 sq ft/hr in 4-color mode |
| Ink Type | Mimaki Sb411 dye sublimation ink |
| Ink Size | 2L ink packs |
| Ink Configurations | 4-color or 8-color |
| Machine Dimensions | 109 in. W x 29.4 in. D x 63.8 in. H |
| Weight | 341.7 lb. uncrated |
| Recommended Connection | Ethernet 1000BASE-T |
What You Need Before Installing a Sublimation Printer This Size
The printer is only one part of the full sublimation workflow. Before buying, make sure your shop is ready for the equipment, supplies, and production steps that come after printing.
You will need:
- Sublimation transfer paper
- Mimaki Sb411 sublimation ink
- A heat press, calendar press, or roll-to-roll heat transfer system
- Polyester apparel, fabric, or coated sublimation blanks
- A computer and stable production workstation
- Reliable Ethernet connection
- Space for loading rolls, collecting prints, trimming, pressing, cooling, packing, and shipping
- A clean operating environment with stable temperature and humidity
If you are moving from desktop sublimation into wide-format sublimation, the most important thing to understand is that production space matters. You need room not only for the printer, but also for media handling, drying, pressing, finishing, and organizing jobs.
What Is Included and What Is Not Included?
When comparing sublimation printers, customers often focus on the printer price first. That is important, but it is just as important to understand what is included, what is optional, and what your shop may need to purchase separately.
Typically included with the printer setup:
- Mimaki TS200-1600 64-inch sublimation transfer printer
- Compatibility with Mimaki Sb411 2L ink packs
- Selectable software workflow with RasterLink7 or TxLink5 Lite depending on production needs
- Mimaki Remote Access support
- PICT cloud-based monitoring support
- Automatic nozzle replacement features
- Sensor-based dot position and feed setting adjustment
Usually not included unless quoted:
- Heat press, calendar press, or roll-to-roll transfer system
- Transfer paper
- Blank apparel, fabric, or sublimation products
- Electrical work or shop modifications
- Computer or design workstation
- Delivery, installation, or training unless included in your quote
- Optional accessories such as the foot leveling kit for heavier roll support
Is the TS200-1600 Good for Sportswear and Apparel?
Yes. Sportswear, team apparel, and polyester garments are some of the strongest use cases for this printer. The 64-inch width gives shops the ability to produce larger panels, all-over prints, and roll-fed apparel transfers. The optional 8-color configuration also makes sense for sportswear brands that want more visual impact from bright colors, sharp graphics, and bold designs.
Is the TS200-1600 Right for Beginners?
The TS200-1600 is approachable for shops entering production sublimation, but it is not the same as a small desktop sublimation setup. It is best for businesses that are serious about selling sublimated products at volume or expanding an existing print operation.
If you are just testing sublimation for the first time, a smaller system may be enough. If you already know you want to produce apparel, sportswear, socks, fabric products, or soft signage at a larger scale, the TS200-1600 gives you a more production-ready path.
How Does It Fit Into a Full Sublimation Workflow?
A typical sublimation workflow with the TS200-1600 looks like this:
- Create or prepare artwork
- Rip the file using the selected software workflow
- Print onto sublimation transfer paper
- Allow the transfer to dry and stabilize as needed
- Apply the transfer to polyester fabric or sublimation blanks using heat
- Finish, inspect, pack, and ship the final product
This is why buying the printer should be viewed as one part of the complete production system. The printer creates the transfer, but the heat transfer process creates the finished product.
Should You Buy the Mimaki TS200-1600?
The Mimaki TS200-1600 is worth considering if your shop needs a professional 64-inch sublimation printer with strong color capability, production speed, remote monitoring tools, and an approachable workflow. It is especially compelling for apparel, sportswear, soft signage, and textile businesses that want to grow beyond smaller-format sublimation.
The most important step before buying is confirming the full production setup. That includes the printer, ink, transfer paper, heat transfer equipment, shop space, power, environment, and finishing workflow.
If you are ready to compare options or build a complete sublimation setup, view the Mimaki TS200-1600 product page, browse all sublimation printers, or shop sublimation supplies at GPI Supplies.
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FAQ
What is the Mimaki TS200-1600 used for?
The Mimaki TS200-1600 is used for dye sublimation transfer printing. It is best for apparel, sportswear, textiles, soft signage, interior fabrics, promotional products, and polyester-based sublimation applications.
How wide can the Mimaki TS200-1600 print?
The TS200-1600 has a maximum print width of 63.3 inches and supports media up to 63.7 inches wide.
What ink does the Mimaki TS200-1600 use?
It uses Mimaki Sb411 dye sublimation ink in 2L ink packs.
Does the TS200-1600 print directly onto shirts?
No. The TS200-1600 is a sublimation transfer printer. It prints onto sublimation transfer paper, and the design is then applied to compatible polyester fabric or coated sublimation blanks using heat.
Do I need a heat press with the TS200-1600?
Yes. To complete the sublimation process, you need a heat press, calendar press, or roll-to-roll heat transfer system depending on the products you plan to make.
