MicroTec Titan 16×20 Dual Station Pneumatic Heat Press with Laser Alignment

MicroTec Titan 16×20 Dual Station Pneumatic Heat Press for High-Volume Production

The MicroTec Titan 16×20 Dual Station Pneumatic Heat Press (T1620-APL2) is designed for commercial print shops that need efficient, repeatable transfer production. Two sliding lower platens let the operator prepare one item while another is being pressed. At the push of a button, automatic station switching moves the upper control housing and heating element to the opposite platen, reducing waiting between cycles. Built with a laser-cut steel frame, the Titan is engineered for dependable daily production and is rated for output of up to 150 items per hour based on MicroTec testing with DTF film.

Pneumatic Operation for More Consistent Pressure

Set the desired pressure on the touchscreen, position the item, and activate the press with a button. The platen descends using compressed air, holds for the programmed time, and opens automatically when the cycle ends. Because the pressing motion is powered by an external air compressor rather than manual lever force, the pneumatic system helps reduce operator effort and pressure variation between cycles. An air compressor capable of supplying 4.2 CFM is required and sold separately.

8-Point Infrared Laser Alignment for Precision Placement

Up to 8 infrared laser guides project onto the lower platen surfaces, helping operators position transfers with greater accuracy on both stations. This speeds up setup and reduces misaligned prints, particularly valuable at the production volumes this press is built for, where small placement errors compound quickly across a full run.

Automatic Station Switching Cuts Idle Time

Rather than manually repositioning the press head between stations, the control housing and heating element move to the opposite platen automatically at the push of a button. Combined with the ability to prepare one item while another is being pressed, this dual-station workflow helps reduce idle time. MicroTec rates the T1620-APL2 for production of up to 150 items per hour based on DTF film testing; actual output varies by pressing time, application and operator workflow.

21% Thicker Heating Platen with Faster, More Even Heat

The heating element is over 21% thicker than the Vector Series design, delivering stronger heat retention, more even temperature distribution, and stable performance during long production runs. An integrated anti-burn shield adds extra operator safety, and the vertical, straight up-and-down pressing motion applies pressure evenly across the platen — suitable for garments as well as thicker rigid substrates such as wood, ceramic tile, and crystal.

Touchscreen Control with Pressure Display and Three Presets

The control box includes a touchscreen interface, real-time pressure display, three programmable preset memory slots, and a built-in backup fuse to help reduce interruptions during production. It also supports up to 12 optional interchangeable lower platens (sold separately), extending the machine to sleeves, pant legs, bags, labels, youth garments, and hard-to-reach print areas.

What’s in the Box

Choose the accessory bundle that best matches your production needs. Both options include the press, its standard dual lower platens, laser positioning system, air fittings and a 43-inch air hose. The external air compressor is not included.

• MicroTec Titan 16×20 Dual Station Pneumatic Heat Press (1) — with touchscreen control system, two standard sliding lower platens and up to 8-point infrared laser alignment
• One (1) Additional Plate bundle (T1620-APL2): Press plus one single extra 4″ x 4″ plate.
• Five (5) Additional Plates bundle: Press plus five additional plates — 4″ x 4″ (3.94″ x 3.94″), 6″ x 10″ (5.91″ x 9.84″), 8″ x 10″ (7.87″ x 9.84″), 6″ x 20″ (5.91″ x 19.69″), and 11″ x 15″ (11.02″ x 14.96″).
• Air connection accessories: Air fittings and a 43-inch air hose are included by MicroTec USA.

Note: Additional individual lower platens beyond these bundles (up to 12 optional sizes total) are sold separately. An air compressor is required and sold separately — this model operates at 4.2 CFM.

Full Specifications

*Production capacity is calculated by MicroTec using DTF film. Actual output varies with pressing time, material preparation and operator workflow. The press draws 14.2A at 1700W on 120V; have a qualified electrician confirm that the installation and circuit meet applicable electrical requirements. This 638 lb shipment travels by freight, and liftgate or delivery-location services may be required.

Official Product Manual

Download the MicroTec Titan T1620/T1624-APL2 product manual for setup, operation, safety and maintenance instructions.

Which Dual-Station 16×20 Press Fits Your Shop?

Also Available at Buffalo Imaging

Buffalo Imaging is an authorized MicroTec dealer serving professional print shops, commercial decorators, and DTF factories since 1989. If you don’t need pneumatic operation, see the MicroTec Titan 16×20 Auto-Open Dual Station Heat Press. For single-station pneumatic production, see the MicroTec Titan 16×20 Auto-Open Hybrid Heat Press. For pneumatic dual-station operation with laser alignment at a lower entry price, see the MicroTec Vector 16×20 Dual Station Pneumatic Heat Press with Laser Alignment. Browse the full heat press collection. Local pickup available at 2015 Saybrook Ave, Commerce, CA 90040.