Printers for Makers & Etsy Sellers: Print on Demand Desktop UV Printers for Small Business

Meet UV Printing

Here you'll find a go-to guide for UV printing with MakeON, a portfolio of printers for makers like you. Learn the process, uncover the possibilities, and get all the tips to help you get started.
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How UV Printing Works

UV printing uses special inks cured instantly with UV light, making it possible to print vibrant designs directly onto hard goods. Here's the process, step by step.
A soccer ball design personalized with jersey number.

Design Your Graphics

Create you artwork in your favorite software—logos, patterns, or full-color designs.
A blank phone case.

Select a Blank

Choose your product and place it on the print bed. A jig can help keep items secure or allow you to print multiples at once.
A hand holding a phone case with a soccer ball design.

Print!

Hit print and watch as your design is applied directly onto the blank. The UV light cures the ink instantly for durable, ready-to-use results.
A hand holding a glass tumbler printed with a strawberry pattern.
A hand with press-on nails printed with tiger mascot designs, holding phone cases with matching graphics.
A woman putting on earrings printed with landscape patterns.
A hand holding an ornament printed with a soccer team logo.
A woman holding glass tumblers printed with high school football team designs.
A hand holding a glass tumbler printed with a strawberry pattern. A hand with press-on nails printed with tiger mascot designs, holding phone cases with matching graphics. A woman putting on earrings printed with landscape patterns. A hand holding an ornament printed with a soccer team logo. A woman holding glass tumblers printed with high school football team designs.

Get Started with UV Printing

UV printing is your go-to for customizing hard goods with creative, detailed designs and even textured effects. Here are your tips and tricks for all things UV.

What can I make?

What can I make?

Pens, golf balls, keychains, pet tags, jewelry, press-on nails, coasters, ornaments, gift boxes, ADA-compliant signs—the possibilities are almost endless!

What else will I need?

What else will I need?

Design software, jigs (optional), and blanks of your choice. For DTFilm, you’ll need specialty film and might find a laminator helpful.

What else do I need to know?

What else do I need to know?

UV printing is great for hard substrates. Think acrylic, glass, metal, or wood (not silicone or any porous materials). You can pair UV printing with small laser cutters to create custom-shaped items.

How is the UV DTFilm process different?

How is the UV DTFilm process different?

DTFilm requires an extra step, but it allows you to create on curved or rounded surfaces. Print first onto a UV DTFilm, press a transfer film to the printed one (a small laminator helps), then apply to your blank.
Epson SureColor V1070 Desktop UV Flatbed Printer

SureColor® V1070

This easy-to-use desktop printer brings the power of UV printing to your creative workflow for less than half the cost of comparable printers*.
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UV printing is just one of the ways to bring your ideas to life. Check out the full printer portfolio — including dye-sublimation, DTG, and DTFilm printing — and unlock even more creative printing possibilities.
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*Compared to major brand OEM desktop flatbed UV printers, priced at $50,000 or less. Competitor specifications and pricing from industry available sources and manufacturer websites as of December 2023.

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Commonly Asked Questions

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With the SureColor V1070, you’ve got plenty of options! It prints directly on a wide range of rigid materials—perfect for custom projects and small-batch products. From wood, acrylic, glass, and metal to leather goods and plastics, you can personalize everything from phone cases, keychains, and pens to golf balls (with jigs), acrylic signs, and wood plaques.
No extra software is required—the SureColor V1070 includes Epson Edge® Print PRO, designed to make printing fast and easy. Import your design, adjust colors, and add effects like White layers or gloss and matte Varnish for textures and spot finishes—all with just a few clicks.
Yes, the SureColor V1070 is all about versatility. You can print on rigid surfaces like wood, acrylic, glass, and metal, as well as certain flexible materials such as leather or coated fabrics. Just keep in mind, it’s not intended for textiles like T-shirts or very bendable materials, as it works best on flat, stable surfaces.
Absolutely! The SureColor V1070 uses UltraChrome® UV Inks that are GREENGUARD Gold certified, so they meet strict standards for low chemical emissions. That means they’re safe for indoor spaces like homes, offices and retail shops. Once your prints are properly cured, they’re durable and safe to handle. Plus, the printer includes two activated carbon air filters to help reduce any UV ink odor. For the best experience, we recommend setting up your V1070 in a well-ventilated workspace.
Yes! The SureColor V1070 delivers high-resolution printing up to 1440 x 1400 dpi, so your photos look sharp, vibrant and full of detail. Plus, you can enhance your prints with White Ink and gloss or matte Varnish for stunning highlights, textures and premium finishes that make your images stand out.
The SureColor V1070 supports prints up to A4 size (8.3” x 11.7”) and can handle objects up to 2.75” in height. This makes it ideal for customizing small products, signage and promotional items without taking up a lot of space.
The SureColor V1070 is built for small workspaces. With a footprint of 28” x 28” x17” and a weight of about 130 lb, it fits comfortably on a sturdy table or counter and can be placed flush against a wall. Perfect for home studios, craft rooms, or compact business setups.
Basic upkeep includes a daily nozzle check, and when needed, the print will run an automatic cleaning cycle to keep the printhead in top condition. Plus, the built-in fabric wiper system cures ink right on the wiper —so there’s no wet ink mess to deal with.