mbetts1976
10-10-2012, 11:44 AM
I'm venturing into the frustrating world of mug and T-Shirt printing, so far i've purchased a 400mm x 450mm flatbed heat-press for T-Shirts etc. a mug oven, JML type I think, and a Mug Wrap, metal surround type with a hinged closing mechanism.
I'm currently using an OKI Laser Printer with YOLO transfer papers but am in the process of converting my Epson to Sublimation Inks through a CISS system, more heart-ache to follow I think!
First problem, I've wasted loads of mugs, about 20 and am not getting a satisfactory print it either has a mottled effect, which i've rectified slightly by decreasing the pressure of the grip, but don't want to over do it as i'm concerned there won't be enough contact between the paper and the mug, and also need advice on the best techniques for removing YOLO mug n more paper without taking off the print, i'm currently cooking the mug in the centre of the oven for 15 minutes at 200 degrees.
Next problem, any good advice on getting consistant prints off of YOLO transfer papers onto white and dark t-shirts, again i've wasted loads of t-shirts and am getting increasingly frustrated not knowing if it's substandard paper or just a total lack of ability, although I suspect the latter!
I've just purchased a sheet of PTFE from YOLO, but am yet to use it for T-Shirts, is this going to help?
Will my problems ease if I rush through converting to the Sublimation Process or am I just doomed to a few more months of trial and error?
Any help will be gratefully received,
Regards,
Martin.
:-D
I'm currently using an OKI Laser Printer with YOLO transfer papers but am in the process of converting my Epson to Sublimation Inks through a CISS system, more heart-ache to follow I think!
First problem, I've wasted loads of mugs, about 20 and am not getting a satisfactory print it either has a mottled effect, which i've rectified slightly by decreasing the pressure of the grip, but don't want to over do it as i'm concerned there won't be enough contact between the paper and the mug, and also need advice on the best techniques for removing YOLO mug n more paper without taking off the print, i'm currently cooking the mug in the centre of the oven for 15 minutes at 200 degrees.
Next problem, any good advice on getting consistant prints off of YOLO transfer papers onto white and dark t-shirts, again i've wasted loads of t-shirts and am getting increasingly frustrated not knowing if it's substandard paper or just a total lack of ability, although I suspect the latter!
I've just purchased a sheet of PTFE from YOLO, but am yet to use it for T-Shirts, is this going to help?
Will my problems ease if I rush through converting to the Sublimation Process or am I just doomed to a few more months of trial and error?
Any help will be gratefully received,
Regards,
Martin.
:-D