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Limited by four-color printing? A 5 color screen printing machine unlocks vibrant Pantone matches and special effects in one pass.
5 color screen printers deliver 25% wider color gamut than standard CMYK machines, enabling perfect brand color reproduction with a spot white underbase plus four additional PMS colors simultaneously at speeds up to 1,500 impressions/hour. Haover's automatic models maintain ±0.1mm registration even on 18-hour runs.
Key business benefits:
True metallics and fluorescent inks in one print cycle
60% faster than multi-pass manual printing
30% lower production costs vs outsourcing complex jobs
CMYK+White without color blending limitations
Need more than process colors? Here's why that fifth station changes everything.
The critical fifth print station enables simultaneous application of specialty inks like high-opacity white, metallic golds, glow-in-the-dark, or textured coatings - impossible with standard 4 color screen printing machines yet essential for premium packaging and branded merchandise.
Color capability comparison:
| Feature | 4-Color Process | 5-Color Enhanced | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Color Matching | Simulated Pantone | Exact PMS match | 4x more accurate |
| Special Effects | None | Metallic/UV textures | Unlimited options |
| Underbasing | Partial coverage | Full opaque white | Better vibrancy |
| Production Time | 2 passes needed | Single pass | 50% faster |
Real-world applications:
Electronics: White underbase + 4 brand colors
Cosmetics: Metallic gold accent on packaging
Apparel: Glow layer for night visibility
Signage: UV textured company logos
Budgeting for color expansion? Here's the complete investment breakdown.
Haover's 5 color screen printing machine ranges from $18,500 for manual presses to $145,000 for fully automatic models with inline drying - with most commercial shops recouping costs within 14 months through premium pricing on complex jobs.
Pricing tiers explained:
Model: Haover M5-550
Price: $18,500-$28,000
Best For: Print shops upgrading from 4-color
Output: 300 prints/hour
Model: Haover SA5-1200
Price: $42,000-$68,000
Best For: Growing merch businesses
Output: 800 prints/hour
Model: Haover A5-2500
Price: $89,000-$145,000
Best For: Industrial packaging
Output: 1,500+ prints/hour
Want premium print profits? This revenue potential will surprise you.
Specialty print shops using 5 color screen printing machines command 40-70% higher margins than basic printers, with average operators generating $95,000+ annually from just 15-20 jobs/month of complex multi-color work.
Profit drivers breakdown:
Spot color branding: $0.65-$1.25 per imprint
Metallic/special effects: $1.50-$3.00 add-on
Short-run packaging: $2,500-$8,000 per job
Craft breweries: Can/bottle labeling
Apparel brands: All-over prints
Corporate gifts: Luxury packaging
Event producers: Dimensional signage
Haover Pro Tip: Our automatic pad printing machine manufacturers team recommends pairing a 5-color press with a Haover ATS-400 pad printer for hybrid decoration capabilities on irregular surfaces (water bottles, electronics, etc.).
Avoiding buyer's remorse? These technical considerations are crucial.
Registration accuracy (minimum ±0.075mm), platen size compatibility (up to 40×60cm), and dryer configuration (UV or IR) determine 80% of a 5 color screen printer's real-world performance - factors haover engineers test for 400+ hours before shipment.
Purchasing checklist:
Micro-registration: Servo-controlled adjustments
Screen clamps: Quick-release mechanism
Ink system: Automatic flood/print strokes
Drying: 3-stage curing capability
Space: 20×15ft minimum footprint
Power: 220V/30A dedicated circuit
Ventilation: OSHA-compliant exhaust
10-year frame warranty
Onsite installation training
24/7 technical support
Industry-leading ≤0.05mm registration
For businesses pursuing premium multi-color printing, Haover's 5 color screen printing machines deliver unparalleled color control and production efficiency. As leaders among automatic pad printing machine manufacturers, we've engineered these systems to handle today's most demanding decoration challenges - transforming complex designs into profits with every impression. The fifth color station isn't just an upgrade; it's your competitive edge.
