Sublimation paper is a specially engineered transfer paper with a unique receptive coating. Unlike regular paper, its coating is designed to hold sublimation ink on the surface rather than absorbing it. When you apply heat and pressure (typically via a heat press), the ink on this paper “sublimates” (turns from a solid directly into a gas) and bonds permanently to polyester fabrics or polymer-coated items. This process produces vibrant, durable, full-color prints that won’t peel, fade, or crack.
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When selecting the appropriate sublimation transfer paper, several key factors should be considered to ensure optimal printing results.
The paper's ability to handle ink is crucial. The higher the ink limit (wet), the heavier the paper should be to absorb moisture from the ink without issues like curling or warping.
Complex designs with mixed heavy and light ink inputs can cause problems with low-weight papers, leading to curling and shifting after pressing. To prevent this, it's recommended to use paper with a weight of 110gsm or more, which can accommodate both heavy and light inks.
For calendar heat presses, low-gsm papers are preferred. However, when dealing with high ink limits and capacity, it's important to consider the potential for warping and curling, especially in high-capacity production settings.
The thickness of the paper is influenced by the speed at which it is printed. Fast printing typically requires lightweight paper, while slow printing produces thicker paper.
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Low Humidity: When humidity levels drop below 45%, it's advisable to use 80gsm paper. In low humidity, the paper tends to shrink, causing the print side to "hunch up" as it absorbs ink. Heavier papers like 100gsm and 120gsm are stiffer, which can exacerbate this hunching effect and potentially damage the print head. In contrast, 80gsm paper is softer and more flexible, reducing the hunch-up effect and helping to protect your print head from damage.
High humidity: In the humidity above 70%. It's better to choose 110-120 gsm. Since the paper is very easy to become damp with high humidity, it will become softer and stiffness is weak at the same time. If low weight paper is used, it will be hard to print smoothly because of the stiffness and hardness go down. At this time, 110-120 gsm is the best choice.
Apparel: Sublimation paper is widely used in the production of sportswear and functional textiles, including Lycra materials, cycling gear, polyamide fabrics, swimwear, surfwear, 100% polyester garments (especially stretch fabrics), running apparel, and ice hockey wear.
Home Use: It's also ideal for creating custom home textiles such as curtains, blinds, cushions, table covers, and towels.
Advertising: Sublimation paper is commonly used for making flags, banners, felt materials, gaming tables, and other promotional items.
Sublimation Paper Application: Sublimation paper is designed for sublimation transfer processes. It allows for printing images with mirror reversal using inkjet, flat, screen, or gravure printing. The printed image is then transferred onto various media by applying heat and pressure, causing the ink to convert into a gas and bond with the material.
Heat Transfer Paper Application: Heat transfer paper, on the other hand, can be used with flat or gravure printing. The printed image is combined with media through heating and pressure to transfer the design.
- Ink: Sublimation paper is specifically used with sublimation ink. Heat transfer paper, however, can be used with sublimation ink, pigment ink, solvent ink, or other types of ink.
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- Media: Sublimation paper can be used on polyester fabrics, mouse pads, banners, and hard surfaces like mugs, ceramics, and aluminum plates. Heat transfer paper is typically used for transferring images onto cotton fabrics.
1. Print graphics onto special transfer paper using sublimation inks.
2. Use a heat press to transfer the ink from the paper to the item, resulting in a permanent, high-quality design.
Small Format Heat Press: Ideal for sublimating on t-shirts and smaller items such as caps, mugs, plates, and shoes, this device is perfect for small-scale projects.
Calendar Heat Press: Designed for large-format applications, this press is suited for creating flags, large exterior banners, and other large soft-signage items. It's also useful for day-to-day fabric sublimation. With an optional table attachment, the calendar unit can be adapted for cutting and sewing apparel pieces.
Flatbed Heat Press: While not as effective as a calendar heat press for handling large rolls and fabric sizes, the flatbed heat press is highly versatile. It can transfer designs onto fabric as well as aluminum, hardboard, floor mats, and other unique materials.
3D Vacuum Heat Press: This compact desktop machine is perfect for heat transferring onto materials with curved edges or shapes. It can be used to sublimate a variety of pre-treated items such as smartphone covers, mugs, picture frames, sporting goods, buttons, and more.
Ink Experts ‘Fabric HR’ paper has been specifically designed for use in fabric sublimation printing.
Ideal for use in Epson and Ricoh sublimation ink jet printers.
The finish of this paper allows sublimation ink to sit as close to the surface as possible.
In doing so nearly 90% of the ink printed onto the paper is released into the sublimate when heat pressed.
Fabrics are incredibly porous.
Therefore to change the colour of fabrics it requires a lot of ink to be pressed into them.
High Release (HR) ‘Fabric HR’ paper ensures 90% of ink is transferred into the fabric.
This results in a vibrant colour and an unrivalled quality finish.
Suitable for all synthetic blend materials.
As a result this paper will allow you to sublimate onto;
Fabric HR paper is ideal for use with t-shirts, cushion covers, mouse matts, PU leather cases, and much more.
It can also be used in sublimation coated woods due to their highly porous finishes.
Due to its high moisture content, Fabric HR paper is prone to curling if left out of the packet or in warm temperatures.
We recommend storing the papers in their packet, flat in a cool, dry environment.
This prevents curling and keeps the paper in good condition.
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