Advice on buying new A3 Sublimation printer needed?

Hi all,

I've currently got an A3 Epson B1100 converted with CISS system, had it 7 years and it just doesn't want to print black properly anymore.
Looking for a new A3 Sublimation printer, run two Etsy shops so print pretty much every day normally. Really looking for the best value and consistent printer ( not having to do endless printer head cleaning!!) if anyone can advise?
Also got a load of ink left so should I stick to another Epson or can it be used with other types of printer?

Many thanks in advance!

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Thank you, I will do!

B1100 was an awful printer, noisy and slow, don't get another :-) What inks do you have?

Ricoh printers will give you good service but several Epsons recently become available which wil be of interest.

Hi yes I agree, won't be getting another one!
Inks are just called premium inks and are Epson compatible, got them from a dye sub shop on Ebay.
I've seen an A3 Epson Ecotank ET 14000.. do you know if that's any good? And easy enough to set up? I like the idea of not having to deal with the CISS system as a right faff when it goes wrong :)

Your best bet would be to get a package, printer and inks together. You can then get a specifi profile to work with the machine which you will need. it's important to ensure your ink supply is consistent.

Eco tanks are sooooo much better. We have an L850 (based on old P5) which is A4 and they also now do the A3 version based off the old 1500 which is also excellent. If I remeber correctly the ET14000 is only a 4 colour, 6 is far better even at this level. I'm not sure but that might even be the new version of the B1100 :-( I could be wrong.

Great ok that's very helpful thank you, definitely going to go for an Eco tank. Don't suppose you can recommend who is best to buy from?

Think you have spoken directly with my college Christian via email. If you anything just let us know. Alex

I have, very helpful thank you. Just need to decide on 4 or 6 colour I think and i'll be getting one asap :)

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I have, very helpful thank you. Just need to decide on 4 or 6 colour I think and i'll be getting one asap :)

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Excellent! If you need to ask anything just pop us an email! Alex

I too am after an A3 sublimation Printer, I spent Friday afternoon ringing round for prices and stock. Most didn't answer and Xpres said they don't offer discount on equipment. but the one I want is £995 + vat, but they won't price match MDP who will do it for £895+vat but don't have it in stock. I've emailed inkexperts to see if they can help.

My advice is not to undervalue the backup and support of Xpres, that alone could be worth paying the extra.

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My advice is not to undervalue the backup and support of Xpres, that alone could be worth paying the extra.

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Having never dealt with them I don't know what the service is like, But thanks for the advice, I will remember it. Printers are so hard to pick the right one.

I've been looking for ages and thought I decided, but i have so many questions i just want to talk to someone and discuss it. however with the virus and people working from home, many now just respond to emails and I cant be bothered / dont have the time to write all my questions in an email. So my tough luck i guess. I will just wait till after things are a bit more back to normal before getting a new one.

Always worth a trip up to Xpres for a look around and a chat, their demo studio and setup is first class. Not sure whether they're allowing visitors with lock-down etc.

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Having never dealt with them I don't know what the service is like, But thanks for the advice, I will remember it. Printers are so hard to pick the right one.

I've been looking for ages and thought I decided, but i have so many questions i just want to talk to someone and discuss it. however with the virus and people working from home, many now just respond to emails and I cant be bothered / dont have the time to write all my questions in an email. So my tough luck i guess. I will just wait till after things are a bit more back to normal before getting a new one.

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i'm also having a very similar dilemma.. you think you know what you want to commit to and then someone gives you another contender to choose from.. i just saw Justin's comment below and think i'm gonna visit Xpres and see their apparel showroom and see the different options up close and talk to a rep there to try and get a bit more clarity..

I had decided on what heat press i wanted but even that's difficult to stick to with so many other options available with a few more features for the same cash.. i see they have plenty there to see so it looks like that's great advice.

Yes I think going to visit them for a demo is the way to go. Ill just have to wait for now.