BN2-20 Series

VersaSTUDIO BN2 Series Desktop Printer/Cutters

With the next-generation BN2, Roland DG has taken a great thing and made it even better. These compact powerhouses offer significantly faster print speeds, convenient new features, ease of use, and a space-saving design that allows for placement in a home, office, or shop. The BN2 is everything you need to get started in professional print and cut graphics production.

  • Professional quality printing and cutting functionality allows for a wide range of applications
  • Faster print speeds for optimum productivity
  • Affordably priced to suit the budgets of start-ups, & smaller businesses
  • Easy to use – even for those with no prior printing experience
  • Compact size is ideal for print environments with limited space
  • Feature-filled, intuitive design and output software included

Print and Cut with
One Powerful, Compact Device

With their ability to print vibrant, detailed graphics on vinyl, film, heat transfer material, and other types of media, the BN2-20 and BN2-20A offer outstanding versatility. This media compatibility, combined with faster print speeds, integrated print/cut functionality, and unsurpassed ease of use, makes these value-packed desktop devices perfect for a wide variety of applications. The BN2 series makes creating everything from custom T-shirts and accessories to eye-catching signs, decals, and wall décor quick and simple – even for print novices.

T-Shirt
Bag
Labels and decals
Signs
Window Graphics
Wall Decor
Print and Cut

Integrated Print and Cut

The BN2-20 and BN2-20A incorporate advanced print and cut technology that lets you print and contour cut graphics, even those with complex shapes, in one simple, seamless automated workflow. This integrated print/cut functionality saves you considerable time and effort when creating graphics for a wide range of applications.

BN2 Print Quality

Professional Quality

BN2 series devices use the same high-definition printheads and inks found in printers used by professionals in graphic production. Not only do these devices offer excellent color reproduction and photographic quality, but they also render small letters and fine lines in great detail. They also support True Rich Color 3, a printing setting that is highly acclaimed by printing professionals.

BN2-20A Print Speeds

High Productivity

BN2 series devices print four times faster than previous BN models and feature the same quick, accurate integrated cutting as high-end Roland DG printer/cutters. This increased print speed combined with the ability to efficiently contour cut even complex shapes allows you to optimize productivity and maximize profits.

Starter Price BN2

Starter Price

BN2 series printer/cutters offer start-up businesses and smaller print providers professional-level print/cut quality and performance, as well as legendary Roland DG reliability, at extremely affordable pricing. Included design and output software offer everything you need to take your operation to the next level, at a price that will suit your budget.

BN2 Load paper Mobile

Easy to Use

The BN2-20 and BN2-20A incorporate innovative design and user features that make these powerful desktop devices incredibly simple to operate. With a BN2, even those with little or no printing experience can quickly begin producing professional-quality graphics with ease and precision.

BN2 Front Loading Inks

Compact Size

Compact BN2 series printer/cutters fit easily on most desktops, making them perfect for home-based businesses or smaller print shops. “Front access structure” enables all operations, from media setup to maintenance, to be performed from the front of the printer. There’s even a built-in storage drawer for tools and spare ink. All these features allow for efficient operation in a small space.

VersaSTUDIO Designer

Included FlexiDESIGNER VersaSTUDIO Edition Software

BN2 series come bundled with FlexiDESIGNER VersaSTUDIO Edition design and output software that allows even those with little or no printing experience to start creating and outputting colorful, attention-grabbing graphics immediately after purchasing their BN2. This feature-filled, intuitive software is a complete solution, providing a host of useful tools for creating shapes, text, and effects, while also simplifying the print and cut workflow.

VersaWorks

Included VersaWorks 6 Output Software

VersaWorks 6For users looking for even greater control over BN2 output settings and capabilities, every BN2 device also comes with VersaWorks 6 output software. Easy to use and powerful, VersaWorks 6 offers features and tools that optimize quality and streamline processes for the printer, ink and media. VersaWorks also simplifies the setup of print layouts, generates cut lines for print and cut applications, and comes with built-in color management tools to make reproducing specific colors easier than ever. Learn more about VersaWorks 6.

Optimal Print Settings for Media

Profiles with optimal setting information for each media type are included, making it easy for anyone to achieve professional-quality printing results.

Excellent Outdoor Durability

BN2 series devices use high-quality eco-solvent inks with excellent outdoor durability – ideal for creating vibrant, long-lasting posters, decals, exterior window graphics, and more.

Utility Software

Provides intuitive and quick access to the items you want to use and comfortably supports operation from printer setup to maintenance and sheet cutting.

Media Set Support Functions

Automatically absorbs inserted media during media setup. Suppresses skewed media and supports easy and accurate setup operations.

Automatic Sensor Adjustment

Automatic fine-tuning of printer settings according to media type and thickness ensures optimum conditions for the media being used, enabling anyone to produce professional-quality prints.

New Sheet Cut Function

No manual cutting required! With the BN2’s new sheet cut function, cutting is possible with the touch of a button in the Utility software.

Roland DG Connect

Roland DG Connect App
For Everything Creative

Gain a detailed understanding of your entire print operation while keeping your device running at optimum performance with a user-friendly app specially designed to integrate seamlessly with your VersaSTUDIO BN2. Reduce downtime and improve efficiency with a machine monitoring assistant that works in complete harmony with your device.

Roland DG Connect
VersaSTUDIO
VersaSTUDIO

Expand Your Creative Possibilities

The VersaSTUDIO product family includes a range of affordable, intuitive desktop digital imaging devices that make it easy for anyone to produce what was previously achievable only by a limited number of professionals. VersaSTUDIO expands creative possibilities, so users can challenge the ordinary, start a business, expand their services, or simply learn digital manufacturing.
Roland DG Care
Roland DG Care

Roland DG’s Industry-Leading Warranty and Support

Every BN2 also comes with Roland DG’s industry-best customer service and support as well as a One-Year Trouble-Free Warranty. Your success is our success, so you can rest assured we’ll be with you every step of the way to make sure you are fully satisfied with the performance of your Roland DG device.

Additional Information

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VersaSTUDIO BN2 Series
BN2-20A BN2-20
Printer Method Piezo ink-jet method
Media Width 150 to 515 mm (5.91 to 20.2 in.)
Thickness Maximum 1.0 mm (39.3 mil) with liner, for printing
Maximum 0.4 mm (15.7 mil) with liner and 0.22 mm (8.6 mil) without liner, for cutting
Roll outer diameter Maximum 150 mm (5.9 in.)
Roll weight Maximum 6 kg (13.2 lb.)
Core diameter 76.2 mm (3 in.) or 50.8 mm (2 in.)
Printing/cutting width (*1) Maximum 480 mm (18.89 in.)
Ink Type 220-ml cartridge
Colors Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, White
Printing resolution (dots per inch) Maximum 1,440 dpi
Cutting speed 10 to 150 mm/s (0.39 to 5.9 in/s)
Blade force (*2) 30 to 500 gf
Blade Type Roland CAMM-1 series blade
Offset 0.000 to 1.500 mm (0.0 to 59 mil)
Software resolution (when cutting) 0.025 mm/step (0.98 mil/step)
Media heating system (*3) Print heater set temperature: 30 to 35 °C (86 to 95 °F)
Dryer set temperature: 30 to 38 °C (86 to 100.4 °F)
Connectivity Ethernet (100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T, automatic switching)
Power-saving function Automatic sleep feature
Rated input 100-240 Va.c. 50/60 Hz 2.1 A
Power consumption During operation Approx.185 W
Sleep mode Approx.27W
Acoustic noise level During operation 62 dB (A) or less
During standby 60 dB (A) or less
Dimensions (Width x Depth x Height) 1,069 mm × 617 mm × 622 mm (42.1 in. × 24.3 in. × 24.5 in.)
Weight 62 kg (137 lb.)
Environment During operation (*4) Temperature: 20 to 32 °C (68 to 89.6 °F),
Humidity: 35 to 80 % RH (no condensation)
Not operating Temperature: 5 to 40 °C (41 to 104 °F)
Humidity: 20 to 80 % RH (no condensation)
Included items Dedicated stands, power cord, Media take-up unit, media holders, replacement blade for separating knife, User's Manual, Software (FlexiDESIGNER VersaSTUDIO Edition, VersaWorks, Roland DG Connect), etc.
*1 The length of printing or cutting is subject to the limitations of the program.
*2
  • 500 gf is the maximum instantaneous blade force.
  • The blade force must be adjusted according to details such as the media thickness.<
*3 Warm-up is required after power up. This may require 5 to 20 minutes, depending on the operating environment.
Depending on the ambient temperature and media width, the preset temperature may fail to be reached.
*4 Operating environment(Use in an operating environment within this range.)
Humidity vs Temperature

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