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Re: A3 printer with Sublinova

Posted: 16 Nov 2019, 18:16
by GermanDyeSub
Hello,

Trying to source a budget-friendly decent A3 sublimation printer with preferably Sublinova ink.

Found following kit on Inkexpress website:

https://www.inkexpress.co.uk/product/su ... er-copy-2/

What do you think about the Epson WF7710? Is it a decent one or should I look for another one? Any advice is appreciated.

Thanks.

Re: A3 printer with Sublinova

Posted: 16 Nov 2019, 19:17
by GermanDyeSub
Also looked at Inkexpert's site and they have a very affordable Ciss set for the WF 7000 series. So would then have to source the printer itself, which is available in most venues online.

https://www.inkexperts.co.uk/product/su ... -printers/

Re: A3 printer with Sublinova

Posted: 18 Nov 2019, 12:44
by GermanDyeSub
An update.

The guys at Inkexperts are always professional and helpful. Was told following:

WF 7000 series: They aren't long-lived. One should not expect more than six months use.

ET-14000: For a reliable and professional printer, one should go for an ET-14000.

As soon as there is a budget for a professional A3, I will go for the ET-14000 :)

Re: A3 printer with Sublinova

Posted: 18 Nov 2019, 14:05
by pw66
Any good condition used Epson 1500w available near you? There are plenty of ciss/refilable carts around, and ICC profiles are available for most papers.
It was the 'go to' Epson for years, six colours, and has been re-modeled as the ET14000 ( 4 col) and L1800 ( 6 col) eco tank printers.

Re: A3 printer with Sublinova

Posted: 18 Nov 2019, 16:50
by GermanDyeSub
Thanks for the advice [MENTION=6065]pw66[/MENTION]. Will have a look if there is any used one in good condition near me. That could be an alternative to source an affordable, reliable A3 sublimation printer :)

The heatpressuk site mentions that they have new ones in stock. So could be a possible alternative too.

Just a quick question. Where can I get an ICC profile for that particular printer? Download? Buy it?

Re: A3 printer with Sublinova

Posted: 19 Nov 2019, 08:53
by pw66
The 1500w was so universaly used that most ink/paper - such as inkexperts - suppliers should have one to suit their products, so you should be able to get one with your ink order.

It was discontinued at least 18 months ago, so I don't know where heatpressuk are getting theirs from, if they still have them.