Category Archives: Small Format Sublimation

This category is for the discussion of sublimation printing, pressing and designing. We will discuss Sawgrass Inks, Image Right Sublimation paper, Ricoh printers, Epson printers and everything else related to small format (under 42″) printing.

Epson 7700/ 9700 Sawgrass Sublimation Solution

I’m not sure if you have heard, but Sawgrass Ink is coming out with a sublimation solution for the Epson 7700 (and Epson 9700 if you want more) that is a turn-key solution for small businesses. As a big proponent … Continue reading

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More Sublimation Tips from Unisub

The following notes are designed to help you get the best results using sublimatable materials. While these products are designed specifically for color sublimation, proper preparation of the transfer and heat press is critical to achieving optimal quality. Please refer … Continue reading

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Sublimation Explanation

First off, what really is sublimation? Sublimation means that a solid is changed into a gas while skipping the liquid phase. Dye sublimation is the process in which heat is used to transfer ink to an item by way of a special ink and paper. Through this process the ink on the paper becomes a gas and then a permanent part of the substrate or fabric instead of being printed on top of the surface. Because of this process the image will not crack, fade, chip, peel, etc. Continue reading

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