Description
Heat Press Power & Simplicity for Schools
The Digital Knight 16×20 Clamshell Auto Popup Press combines advanced automation with classroom-friendly ease of use, making it one of the best heat presses for schools. Its auto-release feature eliminates the need to constantly monitor pressing cycles, giving teachers and students more efficiency and safety in the classroom.
With its generous 16×20 heat platen, this press can handle larger garments and materials, making it perfect for spirit wear, school uniforms, class projects, or large fundraising runs. The clamshell design saves space, making it an excellent choice for schools with limited room.
Why Schools and Teachers Love This Clamshell Press
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Auto-Release Technology
Press closes like a manual, but automatically opens at the end of the digital timer cycle. No air compressor required. -
Hover Feature for Curing
Perfect for curing prints—simply lower the handle without fully clamping, and the press hovers over the project. -
Large 16×20 Platen
Ideal for shirts, hoodies, banners, or other large school items. -
Safe & Easy to Use
Opens wide at the back, preventing hand contact with the heat platen. -
Space-Saving Design
Compact clamshell layout offers portability and mobility, unlike bulkier swingaway presses.
Classroom-Friendly Advantages
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All-Thread™ Table Loading Design – Allows garments to be easily threaded onto the table for faster, cleaner pressing.
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Digital Precision – Temperature range from 32°–600°F, with dual timers and a pressure bar graph for exact control.
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70 Programmable Presets – Teachers can save settings for different projects, making it simple for students to use.
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Durable & Reliable – Solid steel welded framework built to withstand frequent classroom or fundraising use.
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SuperCoil-Microwinding™ Heater Technology – Ensures even heat distribution, fast warm-ups, and consistent results.
Features at a Glance
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16×20 pressing area with interchangeable bottom tables
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Fully digital temperature control (°F or °C)
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Automatic digital timer & dual pre-press timer
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Digital pressure bar graph for accuracy
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User-selectable end-of-cycle alarms
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Teflon-coated 3/4″ thick heat platen
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Records pressing cycles for project tracking
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Wide-opening clamshell for easy garment loading
Warranty & Support
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Lifetime warranty on heat platen
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5-year warranty on steel frame
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3-year warranty on digital controller
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1-year warranty on parts
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Free lifetime technical support for schools and teachers
Specifications
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Weight: 103 lbs
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Electrical: 1800W / 15A / 110V
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Shipping Dimensions: 36″L x 17″W x 16″H
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Countertop Footprint: 26″D x 14″W
