Back to convection ovens!
So I'm happy with my work flow with the new Blizzard after a few trials.
Temperature:
I started off with the recommended 190 degrees and arrived at 11 mins for 6 mugs, but didn't like the results, not enough leeway.
So my preferred time and temperature is:
160 degrees (152 degrees on Salter oven thermometer.)
6 mugs - 20 mins
18 mugs - 20 mins.
One size fits all, whether it's a design with tiny black text or a full colour print. Nice and sharp with rich black text and no fading at handles.
Dropping the time by one minute for 6 mugs with thin text designs would improve sharpness a little bit.
10oz Xpres 5013 mug
True Pix paper
Inktec Sublinova Smart
Wraps:
I ordered these 'cheapest on ebay' wraps.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/11OZ-3D-S...frcectupt=true
and 6 of what I thought were identical wraps from another seller:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/11OZ-3D-S...72.m2749.l2649
The first lot are very thin about 1mm with a shiny chrome fixing. The batch of 6 has much heavier silicone, around 1.5-2mm, the fixings are dull metal, but too loose for 10oz mugs. These wraps will be designed for the big clumpy Chinese 11oz mugs. I can get by with the thinner silicone, although I do get the odd smudged print. So if anyone knows of a wrap perfect for narrow 10oz mugs, give me a shout.
Tips:
For the fastest wrapping, line your clamp up to the edge of your trimmer if possible. Mark the centre of the wrap with a marker to make a guide..see image. Line up mug handle with red marker. Perfectly centred wrap!
Hold your breath when you open the oven door.
I haven't noticed any discoloured mugs..maybe not enough ink on my designs?