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Get into Dye-sub Printing with EPSON’s New Desktop Printer

Dye-sublimation printing creates vibrant colors and durable images through the sublimation process. The combination of inks, transfer paper and a heat press means images won’t scratch, chip or flake when stretched. Now, Epson has made it easier to bring dye-sub printing in-house.

The new Epson SureColor F570 dye-sub transfer printer is the perfect size for desktop transfer printing. It can accommodate rolls up to 24-inch wide and has a 50-sheet capacity feeder. The small footprint means it’s a space saver for any office with limited workspace.

This printer offers a variety of applications from rigid substrates to soft fabrics, including mugs, mousepads, keychains, t-shirts and more. It’s perfect for photographers, souvenir shops or small-business print service providers looking to expand their portfolio with dye-sub printing.

The print driver is easy to use and understand with simple transitions from sheets to rolled goods or rigid to soft substrates. The job accounting tool software tracks ink usage and cost of prints over time, providing an easy way to figure return on investment vs. outsourcing work. Partner with LexJet InFuze transfer papers for additional savings.

If you are interested in learning more about this new printer, contact a LexJet printer specialist at 800-453-9538 or visit LexJet’s Dye-sublimation Page. Don’t forget to register for the EPSON F-Series rewards program and LexJet Edge for additional ways to earn points with your purchases.

InFuze® Transfer Paper “Well Above” the Competition, Customers Say
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InFuze® Transfer Paper “Well Above” the Competition, Customers Say

For Fort Myers, Fla.-based Bella Signs and Designs, the key to great dye-sublimation output is a high-quality transfer paper that minimizes ghosting — the shadowing effect that commonly happens during a dye-sub transfer.

Earlier this year, we brought the dye-sublimation market four new LexJet InFuze® transfer papers created for specific applications with a microporous ink-receptive coating that provides exceptional performance. Our LexJet InFuze® Apparel Dye Sublimation Paper was just what Bella Signs and Designs was looking for.

“We look for a high-value paper with a tacky surface to ensure minimal ghosting,” says Bella’s Jennifer Fineran. “We also look for a paper that has a quick ink drying time. The InFuze® paper worked very well, as it has reduced the amount of ghosting we have experienced. The quality of the tacky surface is well above that of other paper brands we have used.”

Dye-sub printed t-shirt from Bella Signs and Designs, using LexJet InFuze® Textile Dye Sublimation Paper and Epson SureColor F6200

Bella uses dye-sublimation transfer technology for printing onto polyester t-shirts with Florida-centric fishing and fun-in-the-sun designs.

“In the past, we have outsourced all of our dye-sub printing needs,” Fineran says. “Since purchasing our own printer (the Epson SureColor F6200) and using the InFuze® paper, it has greatly increase our production rate of dye-sub projects.”

Bella offers its customers a wide variety of digital printing services, including vehicle and boat wraps, signs of all kinds, custom apparel and promotional products. The team has used dye-sub specifically for the shirts.

“Dye-sub is definitely becoming more and more common since it provides bright colors and a soft print that is not heavy on the shirt,” Fineran says.

LexJet InFuze® is available in four options:

LexJet InFuze® Multipurpose Dye Sublimation Paper for flexible fabric or rigid substrates, like mugs, promotional items and banners

LexJet InFuze® Textile Dye Sublimation Paper for flexible polyester fabrics for fast fashion, sportswear, banners and soft signage

LexJet InFuze® Apparel Dye Sublimation Paper for elastic-type textiles, like moisture-wicking, quick-dry performance sports apparel

LexJet InFuze® Rigid Substrate Dye-Sublimation Paper for metal panels used for wall art, table tops and high-end photo art

Epson Launches Faster Next-Gen Dye-Sub Printer
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Epson Launches Faster Next-Gen Dye-Sub Printer

Built for medium- to large-volume dye-sublimation transfer printing, Epson’s new SureColor F9370 64-inch printer picks up the pace with production speeds up to 1,169 square feet per hour. This printer replaces the SureColor F9700.

In addition to faster print production, the F9370 features a new media feed system that supports transfer papers as light as 45 gsm. Also included is integrated, highly accurate roll-to-roll media support system with advanced auto paper-tension control for better media handling.

Another bonus is the fabric wiper that automatically cleans the print heads to ensure consistency without hands-on maintenance to save both time and labor.

Product Highlights:

  • 1,440 nozzles per inch dedicated to each ink color
  • Precision dot control for clarity and sharpness for garment imaging
  • Multi-Pass Overlap (MPO) increases production speeds with fewer print passes
  • High-density black ink for image definition and text sharpness
  • Environmentally friendly ink refill packs in 6-pack cartons

Adding dye-sublimation technology to your operation opens up a world of print possibilities, such as printing to ChromaLuxe aluminum photo panels, fast-fashion and sports apparel, interior décor textiles, soft signage and specialty items like coffee mugs and mouse pads. LexJet also carries Epson transfer paper solutions. Visit our Dye-Sub Page for more details and educational material.