
Complete SG500 VersiFlex Bundle
The SG500 combines a compact footprint with genuine VersiFlex ink and 8.5 × 11-inch VersiFlex Light media for everyday cotton-decoration production.
A compact Sawgrass system for full-color cotton decoration. This bundle combines the SG500 printer, genuine VersiFlex CMY + Expander inks and 50 sheets of VersiFlex Light transfer paper.
The SG500 is a strong entry point for home studios, Etsy sellers, custom-apparel businesses and smaller production spaces that want the streamlined Print. Press. Peel. VersiFlex workflow.
Sawgrass VersiFlex is a patented decorating system for the SG500 and SG1000. With genuine VersiFlex ink and VersiFlex Light transfer media, it brings full-color decoration to compatible cotton and natural fabrics without conventional HTV cutting and weeding or the powder-and-curing workflow used by many DTF systems.
The SG500 keeps that workflow compact. Its standard tray supports media up to 8.5 × 14 inches, while the optional bypass tray supports media up to 8.5 × 51 inches for longer designs.
The essential printer, ink and transfer media for getting started with Sawgrass VersiFlex cotton decoration.

The SG500 combines a compact footprint with genuine VersiFlex ink and 8.5 × 11-inch VersiFlex Light media for everyday cotton-decoration production.

Use VersiFlex Light for compatible cotton apparel, canvas, denim, linen, totes and other suitable white, light or bright natural-fabric products.
VersiFlex reduces several production steps associated with traditional apparel-decoration workflows.
The standard VersiFlex Light workflow avoids conventional vinyl cutting and manual weeding around the printed design.
No adhesive powder, powder shaker or dedicated powder-curing station is required for the standard VersiFlex Light process.
Sawgrass positions VersiFlex as delivering vivid cotton decoration with a soft, breathable hand rather than a heavy film sitting on the garment.
Sawgrass reports durable fabric results through more than 30 machine washes under its testing conditions when current production and care guidance is followed.
A straightforward process from finished artwork to decorated cotton product.
Print through Sawgrass Print Utility using genuine VersiFlex ink, the correct settings and VersiFlex Light transfer media.
Apply the transfer to the compatible fabric with an adjustable heat press using current Sawgrass settings.
Remove the transfer media according to Sawgrass instructions and reveal the finished full-color design.
Both printers support VersiFlex. The main purchasing difference is the size of the media and products you expect to produce.
| Feature | SG500 VersiFlex | SG1000 VersiFlex |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Compact and smaller-format production | Larger graphics and growing production |
| Standard media | Up to 8.5 × 14 in. | Up to 11 × 17 in. |
| Optional bypass | Up to 8.5 × 51 in. | Up to 13 × 19 in. |
| Ink system | VersiFlex CMY + Expander | VersiFlex CMY + Expander |
| Typical buyer | Startup, home studio or smaller shop | Growing apparel or personalization business |
| Printer dimensions | Approximately 15.75 × 17.25 × 8.5 in. |
| Standard maximum media | Up to 8.5 × 14 in. |
| Optional bypass maximum | Up to 8.5 × 51 in. |
| Ink configuration | VersiFlex Cyan, Magenta, Yellow + Expander |
| Included ink size | 31ml per cartridge |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi and USB |
| High Speed mode | 600 × 600 dpi · approximately 15 seconds |
| Advanced Photo mode | 1200 × 600 dpi · approximately 48 seconds |
| Ultra Fine Photo mode | 4800 × 1200 dpi · approximately 120 seconds |
| Print software | Sawgrass Print Utility |
| Design platform | MySawgrass Design Tool |
| Warranty* | 3 years or 100,000 prints for eligible printers purchased on or after October 1, 2025, subject to Sawgrass warranty terms |
Keeping these workflows separate makes substrate guidance clearer and follows Sawgrass's updated cotton-focused messaging.
Use VersiFlex Light for compatible white, light and bright natural-fabric applications.
A printer dedicated to VersiFlex ink can also support compatible traditional sublimation when used with the appropriate transfer paper, profile and press settings.
Manages supported color profiles, media and product presets, print quality, mirroring, layout and other production settings.
Provides product-oriented templates, design tools, previews and royalty-free design resources integrated with the Sawgrass workflow.
VersiFlex is designed as a coordinated printer, ink, media and software system rather than a converted office-printer workflow.
EventPrinters.com is operated by Southtrend Corp., an Authorized Sawgrass Dealer serving professional printing and personalization customers since 1996.
If you are deciding between the SG500 and SG1000, or between VersiFlex and SubliJet UHD, contact us before ordering. Tell us what products you plan to make and the sizes you expect to print, and we can help you choose the configuration that best fits your workflow.
The bundle includes the Sawgrass SG500 printer, a full 31ml VersiFlex ink set with Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Expander, and 50 sheets of 8.5 × 11-inch VersiFlex Light transfer media. Sawgrass Print Utility, MySawgrass Design Tool and manufacturer setup resources support the current workflow. A heat press is required and sold separately.
Yes. The standard SG500 tray supports media up to 8.5 × 14 inches. The optional bypass tray allows media up to 8.5 inches wide and up to 51 inches long.
Yes. Cotton is the central application in Sawgrass's current VersiFlex messaging. Use genuine VersiFlex ink, VersiFlex Light transfer media, Sawgrass Print Utility and current Sawgrass heat-press settings.
Sawgrass promotes VersiFlex for cotton and compatible natural fabrics. Examples in current Sawgrass materials include cotton, linen, canvas, denim, velvet and chenille. Test unfamiliar fabrics before full production because composition, weave, finish and color can affect results.
No conventional vinyl cutting or manual weeding is required in the standard VersiFlex Light workflow.
No. The standard VersiFlex Light workflow does not require adhesive powder, a powder shaker or a powder-curing station.
Yes. A printer dedicated to VersiFlex ink can also support compatible traditional sublimation applications when used with appropriate sublimation transfer paper, supported color profiles and correct heat-press settings.
Sawgrass recommends keeping each printer dedicated to the ink system with which it is initialized. Use a dedicated VersiFlex printer rather than converting an existing printer using another Sawgrass specialty ink system.
VersiFlex does not use a white ink channel. Sawgrass recommends white, light and bright fabrics for direct VersiFlex Light decoration because the underlying fabric color influences the final appearance.
Sawgrass Print Utility is used for print management, while MySawgrass Design Tool provides product-oriented design tools, templates and creative resources.
Sawgrass states that eligible SG500 and SG1000 printers purchased on or after October 1, 2025 are covered for three years or 100,000 prints from the date of purchase, subject to the manufacturer's warranty terms.
Get the compact SG500 together with genuine 31ml VersiFlex inks and 50 sheets of VersiFlex Light transfer paper.
EventPrinters.com is operated by Southtrend Corp., an independent Authorized Sawgrass Dealer. Sawgrass, VersiFlex, SG500, SG1000, SubliJet UHD, Sawgrass Print Utility, MySawgrass and TruePix are trademarks of their respective owners. Product specifications, compatibility, included items, software features and warranty terms can change. Always follow current Sawgrass installation, media, pressing and warranty instructions. *Sawgrass currently states that eligible SG500 and SG1000 printers purchased on or after October 1, 2025 receive a three-year or 100,000-print manufacturer warranty for the original purchaser. Free-shipping restrictions apply. Manufacturer messaging reviewed August 2026.