Sawgrass Technologies, Inc.SubliJet IQ® Getting Started Guide for the EPSON Stylus Photo 1280
Heat Transfer Instructions
Because you can print on a variety of surfaces, you need to take all variables of the surface into account when selecting time, temperature and pressure. Some of the variables are:
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how fast the surface absorbs heat,
coatings used on the material to create a receptive surface for sublimation inks (ceramics, metals, etc.),
naccuracy of heat press (time, temperature, and pressure).
The time, temperature and pressure listed below are only guidelines. Check with your supplier for specific heat transfer instructions.
Due to the differences in heat presses and the various materials you will be printing on, it is not possible to give absolute figures. You should experiment to find your own preferred settings.
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