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Sublimation Instructions

  • sublimation paper printing out of printer

    Step 1: Print Design

    Use an ink-jet printer with sublimation ink to print your design in mirror-image on sublimation paper.

  • sublimation on top of white t shirt

    Step 2: Position Paper

    Place the printed sublimation paper onto the desired substrate (e.g., fabric, mug, metal).

  • heat press iron on

    Step 3: Heat Press

    Apply heat and pressure according to the Application Chart for the specified time using a heat press machine.

  • sublimation transferred onto a white t shirt

    Step 4: Cool & Review

    Remove the substrate and let it cool, then peel off the sublimation paper to reveal the transferred design!

Application Chart

Material  Applicable Temperature  (°C) Transfer Time Pressure Remarks

Polyester content of blended fabric more than 60%

(clothes, shoes, hats, bags, etc.)

 Yes 200-210℃ 40-60sec Light & Moderate The amount of polyester content in blended fabric determines the color absorption of sublimation ink (in direct ratio). 

Polyester content of blended fabric is less than 60%

 No N/A N/A N/A N/A

Coated metallic items

 Yes 200-210℃ 40-60sec Light & Moderate

Metal articles without coating

 No N/A N/A N/A N/A

Coated ceramic articles 

 Yes 200-210℃ 40-60sec Light & Moderate

Ceramic articles without coating

 No N/A N/A N/A N/A

Coated glass articles

 Yes 200-210℃ 40-60sec Light & Moderate

Glass articles without coating

 No N/A N/A N/A N/A

Coated wooden articles 

 Yes 200-210℃ 40-60sec Light & Moderate

Wooden articles without coating

 No N/A N/A N/A N/A

Rubber and plastic products

 No N/A N/A N/A Cannot withstand high temperature above 200℃, and the transfer effect is poor.

 
Sublimation Transfer Printing:

Print images and text on sublimation paper using an ink-jet printer with sublimation ink. Heat to about 200°C to transfer the ink from the paper to materials like textiles, ceramics, metals, and glass through vaporization.

Application:

  • Chemical fiber
  • Polyester blends with less than 40% cotton
  • High-temperature resistant coated glass, ceramics, metal, wood, and more

 Storage:

Keep away from water, moisture, fire, and strong light (store sealed).

Usage Tips:

  • Use only sublimation ink (disperse dyes).
  • Adjust color density to prevent excess ink and ensure proper drying.
  • Optimal transfer temperature: 180-230°C for 30-60 seconds. Test for best settings.
  • Ensure close contact between heat-pressed surfaces during transfer.
  • Use appropriate transfer equipment for different materials and shapes.