Mar-22
GENERAL SUBLIMATION PROCESS
Recommended Equipment & Accessories
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Sublimation Printer
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Standard Flat Heat Press- Swing-away style press recommended
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Heat Tape
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Teflon sheet or Blowout paper
Recommended Settings
Time
50-60 sec.
Temperature
390-400°F
Pressure
Heavy
General Sublimation Instructions
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Preheat the heat press to 390-400°F. Set the time to 50-60 sec., set pressure to heavy.
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Place the blank sheet face down onto the printed transfer and secure with heat tape.
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Place blowout paper or Teflon sheet onto the heat press platen.
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Place the sheet blank with attached transfer onto the Teflon/blowout sheet, with transfer facing up.
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Place another piece of blowout paper or Teflon sheet on top of the transfer sheet.
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Close and press for recommended time.
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When finished, open heat press and remove the product. Remove the transfer paper and discard.
Tips and Tricks
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For best image placement, utilize the product template found on the product page on JPPlus.com.
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Ensure the press pressure is set to heavy so that the image can transfer properly onto the textured
surface.
Troubleshooting
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The image came out light and/or faded.
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The time setting may need to be increased.
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The temperature setting may need to be increased.
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The pressure setting on the press or wrap may be too light and need to be increased for better
contact between the sublimation transfer paper and the surface of the product.
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The press or oven may not be heating at the temperature set on the display.
