Self-service phone case printer equipment: making business easy

1. Types and functions of cell phone case printer equipment

Before understanding self-service cell phone case printer equipment, we need to understand the different ways that cell phone case printers work and the different functions that they have.

There are two main types of phone case printer equipment: inkjet and thermal transfer. Inkjet printers spray colored ink onto the surface of the phone case, which can print out various patterns and photos. On the other hand, thermal transfer printers transfer colored ink to the surface of the phone case through high temperature, which can print out higher quality pictures and texts.

In addition to the different printing methods, there are a number of other functional differences between cell phone case printer devices. For example, some printers can support many different sizes of cell phone cases, while others can support many different print materials.

2. Difference between self-service cell phone case printer and traditional cell phone case printer

After a preliminary understanding of the traditional phone case printer, we can then delve into the mode of operation of the self-service printer on this basis.In the field of phone case customization, self-service phone case printers and traditional phone case printers have their own characteristics.

Operation mode: The traditional cell phone case printer often requires professional operation, connected to the computer, after complex software settings, pattern layout and parameter adjustment steps to start printing. Self-service cell phone case printer is extremely easy to operate, with a touch screen or cell phone scanning code for interaction, customers can independently select the phone model, preferred pattern, but also upload personal photos or designs, through a simple and easy to understand the interface prompts, easy to complete the printing operation.

Cost investment: traditional printers in the early stages of the need to invest in higher costs to purchase equipment, and the printing process, due to the need for plate making, solarization and the use of a large number of intermediate supplies, such as thermal paper, glue, etc., resulting in a high cost of a single sheet of printing. Self-service phone case printer equipment costs are relatively low, it uses direct printing technology to reduce intermediate consumables, greatly reducing the cost of printing a single cell phone case, long-term use can save considerable costs.

Printing effect: the traditional phone case printer by technical constraints, more than ordinary color printing effect, color and three-dimensional performance in general. Self-service phone case printer using advanced UV printing technology, not only can output bright colors, high saturation patterns, but also the use of white ink stacking to achieve 3D relief three-dimensional effect, so that the phone case has more visual impact and texture.

Applicable scenes: traditional cell phone case printer is suitable for large-scale, standardized production, in factories and other pursuit of high yield scenarios are widely used. Self-service phone case printers are more suitable for placing in shopping malls, schools, pedestrian streets and other places with high traffic flow to meet customers' instant and personalized customization needs by virtue of its convenience and personalization advantages.

3. Investment and Profitability Analysis

（1）Cost analysis

Equipment cost: the cost of investing in a cell phone case self-service printing vending machine is about 8,000 U.S. dollars or more, which is a major expense of the investment.

Other potential costs: In addition to the cost of equipment, there may also be some other costs, such as equipment transportation costs, installation and commissioning costs, etc., although these costs may be relatively small relative to the cost of equipment, but will also have an impact on the overall investment costs.

（2） revenue analysis

Single product selling price: an ordinary DIY cell phone case can be sold for more than 20 U.S. dollars, which provides a certain basis for profitability.

Monthly Revenue: The monthly revenue of a single device can reach more than 16,000 US dollars, which is quite impressive from the data.

Monthly Net Profit: After deducting raw materials, rent and operating costs, the monthly net profit can be more than $10,000. If this figure is accurate, it means that the return on investment is relatively generous and can be paid back within a month.

4. Risks and Issues

Market competition: If the number of similar self-service cell phone case printing and vending machines increases in the market, it may lead to increased competition, affecting the sales price and sales volume of the products, which in turn affects revenue and profit.

Raw material price fluctuations: Rising prices of raw materials will increase costs, and failure to adjust selling prices or reduce other costs in a timely manner may result in a decrease in net profit.

Venue factors: Factors such as the level of venue rent and the amount of foot traffic at the venue have a significant impact on the revenue of the equipment. If a venue is selected with low foot traffic, it may result in poor sales and difficulty in achieving expected monthly revenues.

Equipment Maintenance and Breakdowns: Equipment may break down during use and require maintenance and repairs, which will incur additional costs, while normal operations may be affected during equipment breakdowns, resulting in a loss of revenue.

Changes in consumer demand: Consumer demand for DIY cases may change over time, and failure to introduce new products or styles that meet consumer demand in a timely manner may result in a decline in sales.

5. Solution

Market Research: Regarding the issue of competitive pressure of the same type of products in the market, this product is now brand new with new materials and new design solutions, and there are not too many self-service cell phone case printing vending machines of the same type being promoted in the market.

Cost control: on the procurement of raw materials, operating costs and other issues, we have already taken into account when launching this product. Based on the cell phone case self-service printer has just been promoted soon, we will not increase the price of raw materials in a short period of time, so the profit is quite considerable.

Precise site selection: carefully examine the flow of people, consumption levels, rent and other factors of different sites, choose a cost-effective site to improve the revenue capacity of the equipment. If you have your own amusement park, family park or even have your own small store, just adding an extra piece of equipment to help you make money is basically a steady business.

Equipment maintenance plan: formulate a perfect equipment maintenance plan, conduct regular maintenance and inspection of the equipment, find and solve potential problems in time to ensure the normal operation of the equipment. We will also ensure that the machine warranty within 1 year while any parts that need to be replaced within 5 years can be purchased at cost.

Product innovation: constantly pay attention to market dynamics and changes in consumer demand, launch new styles and features of DIY phone cases to attract more consumers to buy.

6. Summary

To summarize, the DIY self-service printer belongs to the investment program that does not require you to invest any additional time and cost in the current environment, and if the foot traffic is large enough, you can earn back the cost in a short period of time. We've thought of everything you need to think about, and the only thing you need to think about is how to find a place to put this machine that is almost 2 square meters.