Sawgrass Technologies, Inc. SubliJet IQ® Getting Started Guide for the EPSON Stylus Photo 1280
Tips for Successful
Sublimation
Tips for Polyester Fabric
Maintain appropriate heat press times.
§Shortened pressing time will result in good surface color but the sublimation dyes will not completely penetrate the polyester fibers. This leaves the dyes more susceptible to wash out.
§Longer pressing times will cause the dye molecules to penetrate deeper into the fiber creating a washed out look. For guidelines on transfer times see the section entitled Heat Transfer Instructions.
Maintain appropriate heat press temperatures
The correct temperature setting is vital for achieving desired results. Higher temperatures can damage the polyester fibers to the point that they cannot properly “hold” the dyes. For guidelines on transfer temperatures see the section entitled Heat Transfer Instruction.
Maintain appropriate pressure
Too much pressure on the heat press may cause the dyes to penetrate too deeply into the fabric causing a washed out look. For guidelines on transfer pressure see the section entitled Heat Transfer Instructions.
Tips for Metal
To obtain the best results when printing onto metal, place the transfer between the metal and an absorbent cloth or fresh,
Tips for Ceramic Tiles and Mugs
When transferring onto ceramic tiles and mugs, immediately peel the paper off of the ceramic after removing it from the heat press. Once the paper has been removed, cool the ceramic by submerging it in cool water, or run water over it from a faucet. If paper residue remains on the surface of the ceramic, clean with citrus cleaner. If you experience a significant
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