Epson SureColor SC-F500 Dye-Sublimation Printer

The Epson SureColor SC-F500 is a high-performance 24-inch dye sublimation printer engineered for small businesses and creative production studios that demand professional quality, fast turnaround, and low running costs. Powered by Epson’s PrecisionCore™ TFP print head and an advanced 4-color UltraChrome Dye Sub ink system, the SC-F500 produces vivid, color-accurate output across a wide range of sublimation products — from custom apparel and soft goods to promotional items and hard-surface merchandise. Whether you run a print-on-demand business, a personalized gifts shop, or a T-shirt printing operation in the UAE, the SC-F500 is built to keep pace with your production demands.

Printing at 2,400 x 1,200 DPI with 800 nozzles per color channel, this wide-format sublimation printer achieves smooth gradients, sharp detail, and consistent tonal density across every job. The CMYK ink system ensures that colors transfer with exceptional fidelity onto polyester fabrics and coated hard substrates, giving your finished products a professional, retail-ready appearance.

Refillable Ink — Even While Printing

One of the SC-F500’s most practical advantages is its continuous refillable ink solution. The 140ml ink bottles are designed for easy, tool-free refilling — and uniquely, you can replenish the ink tanks mid-job without interrupting your print run. This dramatically reduces downtime and keeps your production line moving, especially during high-demand periods. With an ink tank capacity of 110ml per color, the SC-F500 is built for sustained, high-volume sublimation printing with minimal operational interruption.

Wi-Fi Connectivity — A First for Epson’s Dye Sublimation Range

The SC-F500 introduces wireless printing to Epson’s dye sublimation lineup for the first time. With IEEE 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, USB 3.0, and Gigabit Ethernet all available as standard, integrating this printer into your existing workflow is straightforward — whether you’re working from a design studio, a retail print shop, or a production floor. Wireless connectivity means your design team can send jobs directly from their workstations without being physically tethered to the machine.

Simple Operation — No Specialist Knowledge Required

Epson designed the SC-F500 so that any team member can operate it confidently, regardless of their technical background. The 4.3-inch color touchscreen provides intuitive access to all printer settings and status information, and it can even be operated while wearing gloves — a practical detail for busy production environments. The automatic media changeover function lets operators switch between cut sheets and roll media without manual reconfiguration, keeping jobs moving smoothly from one format to the next.

Anti-Dust Design for Consistent Print Quality

Nozzle clogging is one of the most common causes of misfires and downtime in sublimation printing. The SC-F500 features a built-in anti-dust design that actively protects the print head from dust contamination, reducing the frequency of cleaning cycles and virtually eliminating misprints caused by blocked nozzles. This means more uptime, less wasted media, and a lower overall cost per print.

Built-In Accounting Tool for Cost Control

Managing your print costs is just as important as managing your print quality. The SC-F500 includes an easy-to-use accounting software tool that calculates precise ink usage and cost-per-print data, giving business owners and production managers clear visibility into their consumable expenses. This makes it significantly easier to price custom jobs accurately and protect your profit margins.

The Complete End-to-End Epson Solution

The Epson SC-F500 is part of Epson’s comprehensive end-to-end dye sublimation ecosystem — covering inks, DS Transfer General Purpose sublimation paper (available in A4, A3, and multiple roll widths), and RIP software, all engineered to work together seamlessly. Using genuine Epson T49N-series sublimation inks (Black, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow, each in 140ml bottles) ensures optimal color output, head longevity, and consistent results across every print. A maintenance box and auto-cutter spare blade are also available to keep the machine in peak condition over the long term.

Applications — What Can You Print with Epson SC-F500?

The SC-F500 supports an exceptionally broad range of sublimation applications, making it one of the most versatile wide-format sublimation printers available for small and medium-sized businesses:

Apparel & Soft Goods: T-shirts, polo shirts, hoodies, sportswear, custom uniforms, tote bags, and polyester-blend fabrics.

Promotional & Corporate Items: Mouse mats, desk pads, lanyards, and branded soft goods.

Home & Lifestyle Products: Cushion covers, pillowcases, wall art panels, and fabric décor.

Photo & Gift Products: Photo mugs, ceramic tiles, phone covers, and framed fabric prints.

Signage & Displays: Fabric banners, pop-up displays, and roll-up exhibition graphics.

This range of applications makes the SC-F500 an ideal investment for promotional printing businesses, photo labs, e-commerce merchandise brands, and custom gifting operations across the UAE and the wider GCC region.

Compact Design, Professional Output

Despite its 24-inch print width, the SC-F500 has been designed with workspace efficiency in mind. At 970 x 811 x 245mm and weighing 29kg, it fits comfortably into most small business and studio environments without dominating the floor plan. The understated, professional aesthetic means it suits both production floors and customer-facing retail settings equally well.

The printer is compatible with Windows 7, 8, 8.1, and 10, as well as macOS 10.11 and later, and operates on a standard AC 100–240V supply — making it suitable for use across the UAE and internationally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Epson SureColor SC-F500 a sublimation printer? Yes, the Epson SureColor SC-F500 is a professional-grade 24-inch dye sublimation printer. It uses Epson’s PrecisionCore™ TFP print head and T49N-series dye sublimation inks to produce vibrant, durable prints on polyester fabrics and coated hard-surface substrates such as mugs, phone covers, and mouse mats.

What is the print resolution of the SC-F500? The SC-F500 prints at up to 2,400 x 1,200 DPI, delivering sharp detail and smooth color gradients across a wide range of sublimation media.

Can the SC-F500 print on roll media? Yes. The SC-F500 supports both cut sheet media (A4 and A3) and roll media up to 24 inches (610mm) wide, with an auto-switching function that makes changing between formats quick and easy.

What inks does the Epson SC-F500 use? The SC-F500 uses Epson’s T49N-series dye sublimation inks — Black (C13T49N100), Cyan (C13T49N200), Magenta (C13T49N300), and Yellow (C13T49N400) — each available in 140ml refill bottles.

Can I refill the ink while the printer is running? Yes. One of the SC-F500’s key advantages is that its refillable ink tanks can be topped up mid-print without pausing the job, significantly reducing production downtime.

Is the SC-F500 suitable for a small business in the UAE? Absolutely. The SC-F500 is specifically designed for small to medium-sized businesses — including promotional print shops, photo labs, custom merchandise producers, and T-shirt printing businesses — offering a low total cost of ownership, ease of use, and high-quality output without requiring specialist technical knowledge.

Does the SC-F500 support wireless printing? Yes. The SC-F500 was the first dye sublimation printer in Epson’s range to offer Wi-Fi connectivity (IEEE 802.11b/g/n), alongside USB 3.0 and Gigabit Ethernet.