ChromaBlast Printing and Heat Transfer Instructions

RECOMMENDED APPLICATIONS

White or light colored fabrics in 100% cotton.

PRINTING

Print using the supplied ChromaBlast 4880 Driver program only. The Print Side of ChromaBlast Media is opposite the ChromaBlast Logo. For the Epson 4880 place Print Side face DOWN in the printer tray. ChromaBlast Logo side UP.

Mirror Image: Check this box in the ChromaBlast Driver to ensure the image prints in reverse and that text appears correctly when image is transferred. If your image is already reversed in your graphic program, leave this box unchecked.

TRANSFERRING THE IMAGE USING A COMMERCIAL HEAT PRESS

1.If desired, you may trim the non-printed area before transferring, leaving a .25 inch (1/4”) margin around the printed area.

2.Place garment on the heat press. Pre-Pressfor 3-5 seconds to remove moisture. Position a Teflon® sheet between garment layers to prevent “Blow Through”. Next apply ChromaBlast paper with reversed image face down, against the garment surface to be printed. Position carefully.

3.Press image according to the following recommended settings.

Pressure:

Heavy If using a pneumatic press, set the pressure to

 

60 psi.

Temperature:

375°F - 400°F (190°C - 205°C)

Time:

40 sec If you press the garment at a temperature

 

higher than 375°F, reduce the transfer time to

 

prevent scorching.

4.Peel the paper off immediately using an even motion.

5.Stretch the image area lightly and evenly, while the shirt is hot, both side to side and top to bottom to reduce the hand.

RECOMMENDED HEAT PRESS SETTINGS

Pressure: Heavy. If using a pneumatic press, set the pressure to 60 psi.

Temperature: 375°F - 400°F (190°C - 205°C)

Time: 40 seconds. If you press the garment at a temperature higher than 375°F, reduce the transfer time to prevent scorching.

In order for the Media to bond the ChromaBlast Ink to the cotton fibers it is critical that the pressure and time relationship in the recommended settings above be maintained to achieve the best looking and longest lasting results possible.

STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS

Store ChromaBlast Media in a cool, dry area within the provided plastic storage bag. Do not remove from carton until ready to use.

Sawgrass Technologies, Inc. ~ ArTainium®/ChromaBlast®DualJet™ Hybrid System 4880

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Epson PRO 4880 manual White or light colored fabrics in 100% cotton, Pressure, 60 psi, Prevent scorching