Newbie - Please recommend a good mug press that does full wrap prints

[apples69]

I've new to the world of the mug press, so please excuse me for asking basic questions

I want to start printing onto mugs, but I dont have any idea on what mug press to get, i've seen a few mug presses on ebay, but i dont know what i'm supposed to be looking for when buying a mug press

I want to

print full wrap prints onto 11oz mugs that look professionally produced

would you recommend getting a mug press that takes the mug in the upright postion or one that takes the mug on its side?

[Justin]

I now use the DF10 from BMS, it's a great press. Not sure if any in stock at the moment.

They've recently introduced the DF1 (http://www.printerowners.co.uk/heat-presses/528/df1-mug-press.htm#variations) mug press which is excellent value and is a horizontal press.

Either press will do full wrap. I do 10oz mugs in my DF10 and to be honest I get on far better with it than my previous George Knight DK3 which cost way....way more!

Martin @ BMS is on the forums here so you can PM him if you need more info.

There are plenty on eBay as always but one thing you learn very quickly is the need for help and advice when starting out.

Justin :-)

[Karen.]

I am slight biased here after having an ebay mug press catch fire on me.
I have had presses from BMS and would also recommend them.

[apples69]

who are BMS and what does the DF1 press look like?

is it easy to use?

[mrs maggot]

here is the website for Martins Company BMS (http://www.printerowners.co.uk/)

never be afraid to have a good read through the forum in the member to member offers here is the link for the BMS mug press that they are refering to link to member to member (http://dyesubforum.co.uk/member-to-member-offers-requests-f14/df1-mug-press-t68.htm)

[Justin]

My post above contains a link to to the DF1, just click on the bold text.

[apples69]

My post above contains a link to to the DF1, just click on the bold text.

i've had a look at the BMS site and the DF1 mug press, they dont have a price on the page

http://www.printerowners.co.uk/heat-presses/528/df1-mug-press.htm

also the mug goes into the press side ways, instead of the normal more natural upright position, is there a reason for this on the DF1 press?

what do you think of these presses on ebay that i have seen, are these as good as the DF1 press?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Sublimation-Ink-Mug-Cup-Heat-Press-CE-Approved_W0QQitemZ270502288171QQcmdZViewItemQQptZL H_DefaultDomain_3?hash=item3efb315b2b

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/New-Type-Mug-Stand-Press-Heat-Press-Transfer-Machine-CE_W0QQitemZ220502800412QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_Defa ultDomain_3?hash=item3356fdb81c

[Justin]

Use the drop down menu at the bottom to select the press. I've just looked and it's there.
Some folk prefer this orientation, I use the DF10 which is upright and works very well for me.

Both eBay presses look cheap. not to say they won't do the job but if you're going cheap you should be able to get for less than that.

Never underestimate the value of support either. If the press goes wrong or you can't get it working properly, how quickly will the company respond? What is the warranty? Can they supply replacement heat blankets quickly at a fair price?

[apples69]

justin, if i bought from BMS will they help me out if i have problems with the mug press and does it come with warranty?

how long have you had you had your BMS press

what do you think this BMS mug press

http://www.printerowners.co.uk/heat-presses/430/df180-mug-press.htm

and how come its more expensive than the BMS DF1 press?

[Justin]

The details state that it has a superor heat blanket. I've had mine a good few months now. The heat blanket packed up within the first 3 months but BMS had a replacement FOC with me a couple of days later. I can't fault the service I've had so far.

Check the warranty, usually you get something like 3 months on a heat blanket and a year on the actual press.

Give Martin (BMS) a shout. Use the PM on here if you like, he's often around.

[Paul]

also the mug goes into the press side ways, instead of the normal more natural upright position, is there a reason for this on the DF1 press?

I use side way position in my press and I love it. bigest benefit of horizontal press I think is when you want to press longer stuff like travel mugs or beer stains. also you can slide it from side to side if you want print let say on top only but mug/cup/stain etc is to long ;)

[jennywren]

Never underestimate the value of support either. If the press goes wrong or you can't get it working properly, how quickly will the company respond? What is the warranty? Can they supply replacement heat blankets quickly at a fair price? jnmannn has given the best bit of advice here it may cost more but the help and advice is worth many times the price of a hear press. i have brought from a good company and it deloped a fault and with two mintues of being on a phone the problem was done and dusted, even though it took 10 days for the spare part to get here I was a happy chappie becuse I could have ended up with nothing.

[purpledragon]

I got a df1 from BMS side mounted. i gotta say for the money its a cracker does a full wrap no problem. Build quality reflects the price i was suprised to see the mug blanket isnt fixed but i can live with that, and the timers a bit fiddly but no stupid bloody tune when its done a mug. What sick individual thought we wish you a merry xmas was a good idea for an end of cycle notifier
Brett

[mrs maggot]

What sick individual thought we wish you a merry xmas was a good idea for an end of cycle notifier

i expect its weeee wisshhh you a velly melly klistmass :lol:

found out how to diconnect it yet ??

[purpledragon]

found out how to diconnect it yet ??

Yup a big mallet :twisted: :twisted:


Igotta say as a fisherman i love that logo of yours mrs maggot, reminds me of a few people i seen on the bank lol

[apples69]

here is the website for Martins Company BMS (http://www.printerowners.co.uk/)

never be afraid to have a good read through the forum in the member to member offers here is the link for the BMS mug press that they are refering to link to member to member (http://dyesubforum.co.uk/member-to-member-offers-requests-f14/df1-mug-press-t68.htm)

its not on sale for members anymore, i've sent martin a pm, hope he can give me a deal :D

[apples69]

My post above contains a link to to the DF1, just click on the bold text.

thanks, the df1 members offer has expired :(

[purpledragon]

still a good press at a good price i think you will be hard pushed to find a better one for the money
Brett

[mrs maggot]

have you thought of contacting Martin as he is a member on here, to see if he might have any left he can do the special price on ?

[purpledragon]

They are still in stock its the offer thats ended

[valentine rhodes]

valentine rhodes,
mug press and epson d88 printer. i have been offered a EUROPA HF2200
CUP PRESS and an EPSON D88 PRINTER for £325, is this a good buy, would like your valued opinions. I am learning a lot fromyou all. Many Thanks Val Rhodes.

[Justin]

Personally I don't like Europa presses. My first press was Europa and I ended up getting rid, never got on with it at all. Had a cap press which did the job fine but only bought this because it was a Fleabay bargain.

D88 printers were less than £50 when they were available but have now been discontinued. Great little printer.

Any ink etc. with the setup?

Justin :-)

PS, no need to pop your name on each post as we can see you on the right side ;-)