The WM880 is a self-service phone case printing machine built for amusement parks, malls, and other busy sites. A visitor picks their phone model, uploads a photo, pays, and walks away with a finished case, with no staff behind the counter. It holds more than 1,000 blank TPU+PC cases, runs on 110-220V, and takes lossless upgrades from the F1080 head up to the i1600-U1 and i3200-U1HD. Machines start at US$4,999, and Wider Matrix supplies the machine, the cases, and the ink from the same factory. Tell us where the machine will stand and how much foot traffic passes it, and we will price the version that fits.
Phone Case Vending Machine for Amusement Parks
A phone case vending machine turns a walk-by into a finished product. The customer picks their phone model, uploads a photo, pays, and collects a case printed with that photo a couple of minutes later. No counter, no cashier, no sending the design to a print shop and waiting.
Amusement parks suit this kind of machine better than most locations. Visitors already have a phone in hand, they walk the same paths more than once during a visit, and they are in a buying mood. A case printed on-site is a souvenir that keeps getting used after the trip, which is more than most park merchandise can say for itself.
The machine in this article is the WM880 from Wider Matrix. It holds more than a thousand blank cases, prints unattended around the clock, and comes in two main print-head configurations that you can upgrade later without replacing the whole unit. Below you will find the specifications, the version differences, the price tiers, and what the cases and ink cost to keep running. If you want the long version first, our WM880 phone case printer review and buyer’s guide goes deeper into the machine.
WM880 Technical Specifications
| Model | WM880 |
| Input Voltage | 110V – 220V |
| Power Consumption | 410W |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 1340 x 990 x 2170 mm |
| Weight | 380 KG |
| Ink Capacity | 2000 ml |
| Payment Methods | Coin / Cash / Credit Card / NFC / QR Payment |
| Case Storage | 1020 – 1025 phone cases |
| Case Material | TPU + PC composite |
| Print Heads | Epson F1080 / i1600-U1 / i3200-U1HD |
| Management | PC and mobile app, remote monitoring |
How the WM880 Works
There are four steps, and none of them need anyone from your team standing next to the machine.
- The customer scans the QR code on the machine screen.
- They choose their phone model, such as iPhone 16, iPhone 15, or iPhone 11.
- They upload the photo they want printed.
- They pay.
Payment covers coin, cash, credit card, NFC, and QR payment, so the same machine works in markets where cards are standard and in markets where QR wallets are the norm. Once payment clears, the printer produces the case.
Print Head Versions: F1080, i1600-U1, and i3200-U1HD
The print head is the main difference between the WM880 versions, and it decides how fast the machine prints and how long the head lasts. All three options are Epson hardware.
| Version | Print Head | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| F1080 Version (Base) | Epson F1080-A1 | Excellent photo resolution, clear details, vivid colors |
| i1600 Version (Standard) | Epson i1600-U1 | Prints 3x faster, lasts 4x longer, 2x the clarity of the F1080 |
| i3200 Version (Upgrade) | Epson i3200-U1HD | Lossless upgrade from the i1600, with further gains in printing speed |
The i1600-U1 against the F1080 is the jump most buyers care about: about three times the printing speed, roughly four times the lifespan, and double the clarity. The i3200-U1HD sits at the top of the range and adds more speed again on top of the i1600.
Upgrades move in one direction along the chain, F1080 to i1600-U1 to i3200-U1HD, and every step is lossless. You can start on a lower-cost head and move up when demand justifies it instead of buying the top spec on day one. A park with heavy weekend peaks usually starts on the i1600-U1. A quieter site can start on the F1080 and keep the entry cost down.
WM880 Price and Version Options
The prices below are single-order list prices. Orders of four units or more move to tier pricing, so the per-unit number falls as quantity rises. Send us your quantity and we will quote the tier that applies.
| Version | Print Head | Case Capacity | 1-3 Units | 4-6 Units | 7-10 Units | 11+ Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F1080 Version | Epson F1080 | 1020 cases | US$4,999.00 | Tier pricing | Tier pricing | Tier pricing |
| i1600-U1 Version | Epson i1600-U1 | 1025 cases | US$5,999.00 | Tier pricing | Tier pricing | Tier pricing |
Two add-ons sit outside the base price. The optional inventory identification function costs an extra US$200 (¥1350) and mounts a camera module on top of the machine so the system counts stock on its own instead of relying on manual checks. The move from an i1600-U1 to an i3200-U1HD head is a lossless upgrade at US$680 (¥5000).
What Cases and Ink Cost to Run
The machine is only half the spend. The rest is what goes into it, and that is where your visitor numbers decide the monthly cost. Wider Matrix supplies both the blank cases and the ink, so you are not hunting for a compatible supplier after the machine arrives.
Blank cases are TPU and PC composite, built to fit the popular models, and priced by volume:
| Quantity | Standard Case | Magnetic Case |
|---|---|---|
| 1,000 pcs | US$1.30 / pc | US$2.30 / pc |
| 5,000 pcs | US$1.20 / pc | US$2.20 / pc |
| 8,000 pcs | US$1.10 / pc | US$2.10 / pc |
Ink runs on Epson UV hard ink:
| Version | Ink Type | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Epson UV Hard Ink, 4 colors | US$100.00 / set |
| F1080 Version | Epson UV Hard Ink, 6 colors | US$160.00 / set |
Two things are worth knowing. Case cost drops as order size grows, so if you can forecast your traffic, buying 5,000 or 8,000 at a time beats reordering small batches. And the F1080 runs six inks against the standard four, which is why its ink set costs more. Put the ink into your per-case math, not just the case material.
Case Stock, Loading, and Replenishment
Loading is a three-step job: place the case flat with the back facing up, keep it below the red line indicator, then push it inside the machine. The case structure is built for quick installation so a full restock does not eat your afternoon, and lens protection comes in two optional designs. The machine fits Apple (iPhone 16, iPhone 15, iPhone 11 and others), Samsung, Google Pixel, Xiaomi, Huawei, and OPPO.
Management, Monitoring, and Remote Control
The WM880 runs a management system on PC and phone, and the app opens on either. It covers:
- Inventory identification, optional, with real-time stock per slot once the camera module is fitted
- Revenue statement with daily, weekly, and monthly sales charts
- Order status and full order history
- Basic settings for machine configuration
- Promotion activity settings for discount rules, time windows, and quantity limits
- Machine status details, including printer operation, alarms, and connectivity
- Currency and language settings, with English, Russian, French, Arabic, Korean, and others
On a park site, the promotion tools and the revenue charts do most of the daily work. You can push a discount through school holidays, watch which hours sell, and catch a printer fault before a visitor reports it. Remote monitoring means you can check sales and print records from a phone or computer without walking the floor.
Certifications and Qualifications
The WM880 carries CCC, CE, ISO, RoHS, and PSE certification. Wider Matrix also holds more than five independent R&D patents, KC, CE, and PSE related patents, and more than thirty industry awards.
Where the WM880 Fits
Amusement parks are the natural home for it, but not the only one. The machine earns its place wherever people wait, wander, or kill time with a phone in hand:
- Theme and amusement parks
- Shopping malls and family entertainment centers
- Zoos, aquariums, and museums
- Airports and transit hubs
- Boardwalks and tourist streets
- University campuses
Parks and malls behave differently. A park sees big weekend peaks and slow weekdays, while a mall spreads traffic out more evenly but competes with a dozen other shops for the same wallet. Our guide to phone case vending machines for malls covers what to check before installing in each type of site, and most of that placement logic carries straight over to a park.
Why Buy the WM880 from Wider Matrix
Wider Matrix manufactures the WM880 and ships it overseas. The cases, the ink, the spare parts, and the technical support all come from the same source, which matters more than it sounds once the machine is running in another country.
What that looks like in practice:
- One supplier for machine, cases, and ink, so you are not chasing compatibility across three vendors
- Lossless print-head upgrades, so the machine can grow with your traffic
- 7×24 after-sales service with manual customer support
- OEM and custom work handled at the factory rather than through a middleman
- Export experience across overseas markets, with buyers who run these machines in the field
If you are still sorting suppliers, our guide on where to buy a phone case vending machine explains how to tell a real manufacturer from a reseller. That difference shows up six months in, when you need a part and the reseller has moved on.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the WM880 cost?
The F1080 version starts at US$4,999 for one to three units, and the i1600-U1 version starts at US$5,999. Orders of four or more move to tier pricing, so the per-unit figure drops with quantity. For a wider look at what drives the price of a phone case vending machine and why the market range is so wide, see our full cost breakdown.
Can I run this as a small business, or does it need a big operation?
It runs unattended, so the day-to-day work is restocking cases, topping up ink, and handling the occasional service call. That makes it workable for one operator, not only for a chain. If you want to see how the money side works before you commit, our guide to the phone case printing vending machine business model lays out the setup and running costs.
What is the difference between the F1080 and i1600-U1 versions?
The print head. The i1600-U1 prints about three times faster, lasts around four times longer, and is roughly twice as sharp as the F1080. On a high-traffic site the extra US$1,000 is easy to justify. On a quieter one, the F1080 keeps your entry cost down and you can move up later, since the upgrade path is lossless.
How many cases does the machine hold?
1,020 in the F1080 version and 1,025 in the i1600-U1 version. With the optional inventory identification module, it tracks stock by slot, so you know what to reload before you open the machine.
What do I need to keep it running?
Blank TPU+PC cases and Epson UV hard ink. Cases run from US$1.30 down to US$1.10 each for standard models as order size grows, and magnetic cases from US$2.30 down to US$2.10. Ink costs US$100 per set in the standard four-color setup and US$160 per set for the six-color F1080 configuration. Wider Matrix supplies both.
Do you ship to my country, and what does delivery cost?
We ship internationally. Buyers in Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Singapore, and the Philippines, along with the Middle East, Europe, and North America, are all within our regular shipping range. Delivery time and shipping cost depend on your city and order size, so send us your location and we will confirm both.
Do I need staff to run it?
No. The machine handles scanning, selection, upload, payment, and printing on its own. Your part is restocking and maintenance, and the management app flags issues before they turn into empty slots.
Can you customize the machine or the cases for my brand?
OEM and custom requests go through the factory. Tell us what you need, whether that is branded cases, a specific range of phone models, or a machine configuration, and we will confirm what is possible and what it costs. For anything outside the standard options, contact us for details.
What happens if something breaks?
Wider Matrix provides 7×24 after-sales service with manual support, and spare parts and consumables come from the same supplier as the machine. For warranty terms and response times in your region, contact us for details.
What payment methods does the machine accept?
Coin, cash, credit card, NFC, and QR payment. The management system also supports multiple currencies and interface languages, including English, Russian, French, Arabic, and Korean.
Request a WM880 Quotation
Send us three things: your country, the type of site, and roughly how many visitors pass the spot each day. With those, we can recommend the version that fits, quote the current price for your quantity, and confirm shipping and lead time. Leave your email in the form below or message our sales team directly, and we will come back with a quotation and a side-by-side version comparison.
