Technical matters
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About SublimationSublimation printing is the application of sublimation inks onto a surface using a heat press to provide the required combination of heat, time and pressure. This combination causes the inks to be converted from a solid to a gaseous state enabling them to penetrate the sublime-able surface so that a permanent, full colour image is formed. The colour penetrates the surface of the item so that the result is colourful, long lasting and resistant to scratching unlike some other printing methods that merely print onto the surface of the item.
Dye sublimation printing is always done on a polyester, polymer, or polymer coated item. At high temperatures, the solid dye converts into a gas. The same high temperature opens the pores of the polymer and allows the gas to enter. When the temperature drops, the pores close and the gas reverts to a solid state. It has now become a part of the polymer; a process known as subliming. You can sublimation print onto a wide variety of items provided that the surface is suitable for sublimation printing. Hard items include specially coated plaques, signs, placemats, coasters, tiles, mugs, metal and keyrings. Soft items include polyester fabric, canvas, umbrellas, t-shirts, polo shirts, cushions, car sun screens, pillowcases and more! A sublimation print on a suitable polyester fabric is permanent, feels like part of the fabric with no 'handle' and will not crack, peel or fade. among the advantages you get from our sublimation inks are: High definition performance Vibrant colours Outstanding deep black Perfect print output Reliable and stable ink Excellent wash fastness Manufactured in the UK |
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About DTGDirect to Garment printing, Referred to as DTG printing, digital direct to garment printing, digital apparel printing, and inkjet to garment printing; this is a process of printing on textiles and garments using specialized or modified inkjet technology. The two key requirements of a DTG printer are a transport mechanism for the garment and specialty inks (inkjet textile inks) that are applied to the textile directly and are absorbed by the fibres. Direct to garment (DTG) printing is most commonly implemented on garments that are made of cotton or cotton blends, although recent developments in technology have allowed for superior performance on light coloured polyester and cotton/poly blends A primary advantage of DTG printing is the lack of set-up costs and instant turnaround time not associated with traditional garment printing methods such as screen printing. The comparative disadvantage of DTG is equipment maintenance and ink cost. Ink technology developments have significantly improved ink performance and lowered ink cost. Digital printing technologies are non-contact, meaning that media is printed on without hand contact, allowing for a more precise image. This prevents the image distortion that takes place in screen printing. The market is moving more towards Direct to Textile, utilising wide format and industrial printers to print direct to textiles on a roll and then heat cured using roller presses. among the advantages you get from our DTG inks are: Excellent results on 100% cotton Vibrant CMYK and WHITE Soft feel finish Excellent wash fastness Reliable and stable ink Manufactured in the UK |
Using Cleanjet Pro
To use as a maintenance solution, place a small amount of Green-Clean Cleanjet Pro on the capping station of your printer at the end of each day after your end of the day maintenance schedule and replace the print head in its close position. This will maintain the efficiency of the print head and reduce the possibility of ink in the nozzles drying out and blocking the head.
As a cleaning solution, Cleanjet Pro can be used to flush and clean contaminated ink lines, as an aid to dislodge any dried ink residue on a blocked print head and as a general cleaning fluid on and around your printer where waste or splashed ink may have become lodged. Always use lint free cloths or cleaning spatulas with Cleanjet Pro.
As a cleaning solution, Cleanjet Pro can be used to flush and clean contaminated ink lines, as an aid to dislodge any dried ink residue on a blocked print head and as a general cleaning fluid on and around your printer where waste or splashed ink may have become lodged. Always use lint free cloths or cleaning spatulas with Cleanjet Pro.
Applying DTG Pre Treatment
DTG Pre treatment is designed to be applied using a hand-held spray bottle that will mist the fluid as it is being applied to the garment. This means that the user can apply the fluid using an inexpensive spray bottle, but will want one that does not apply large drops of fluid on the garment. A high volume, low pressure (HVLP) sprayer or an automatic pre treatment machine can be used to apply the fluid to the garment.