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==Before you start==
*Sublimation works '''only with specialized sublimation paper.''' Available sizes: A4, A3 or roll (approx. 60 cm wide, and as long as your require).
**Sheets of A4 and A3 sublimation paper can be bought at the Printmaking Studio desk.
*Sublimation '''only works with white or lightly colored synthetic fabrics''' or fabrics with a high synthetic composition.
*Possible file formats: jpeg, pdf, png
*Turn on the heatpress and set it to the right preset.
**Click button on top to turn on.
**Get the stylus and select the preset '''SUBLIMATION'''
**Wait until heated up.


== File Preparation ==
==Basic operation==
To transfer an image to a piece of fabric, you must save your design as:
===Machine side===
* JPEG
Using A4/A3 sublimation sheets:
* PNG
*Insert the sheet in the '''Auto Sheet Feeder'''.  
* PDF
*Sublimation paper has a white and a (more or less) yellowish side. The white side is the one you need to print on. Make sure the white side faces you after insertion.
* Photoshop File
*Once inserted, the printer will recognize the sheet. On the screen check the size and click '''OK''' if correct.
 
Using the roll:
 
*On the printer, select '''Paper Setting'''.
NOTE: You don't have to mirror the design now since the printer will do it later.
*Click on Roll Paper and follow the steps.
 
**If you're unsure about the loading the roll, please ask a member of staff to load it for you.
== Materials for Sublimation ==
===Computer side===
 
*Get your file on the iMac using your preferred method.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to print on any kind of fabric. It is recommended to use a fabric that is made of synthetic fibres (Nylon, Elastane, Polyester). These allow the heat of the press to seal the print and make it last longer. It is not recommended to use natural fibres such as cotton or linen, since the print won't stick properly to the fabric and will most likely disappear after the first wash.  
*Open your file in Preview.
 
[[File:Sub01.png|500px]]
=== What about Denim Jeans? ===
*Hit Command+P or select 'Print' under 'File'
The same approach goes to denim since the percentage of cotton and polyester or elastane can vary. If you are using a pair of jeans, you can check the materials on the label.
*In the Printing window, make sure Paper Size is set to your specific sheet (in this case A4).
 
[[File:Sub02.png|500px]]
 
*Click on '''Printer Options''' and open up the window at '''Printer Settings''' by clicking on the '''(!)'''
[[File:Denim Materials.jpg|600px]]
[[File:Sub04.png|500px]]
 
*Here, check if everything is set correctly:
 
**Paper Size: A4 -> Correct.
For example, this pair of jeans is 81% cotton, 17% polyester and 2% elastane. Sublimated prints might last a bit longer on this pair than on 100% cotton jeans.
**Output Size: A4 -> Correct.
 
**Paper Source: Roll Paper -> Incorrect. This is usually the setting that is set wrong. In this case, we don't want the printer to take its paper from the roll, but from the tray we've just fed the A4 in.  
== Setting up the Heat Press ==
**Click on the dropdown menu and select '''Auto Sheet Feeder'''.
 
[[File:Sub05.png|200px]]
* Turn it on with the red switch on the left side.
**Click on '''Acquire Info'''.
* After switching the machine on, press the OK button.
[[File:Sub06.png|500px]]
* Look for the instruction paper - it is usually near the machine. There you will find the sublimation settings.  
**If everything seems correct, click '''OK'''
 
*The printer will automatically mirror your design (as is required for sublimation) so there's no need to manually flip your design.  
 
*Hit print!
=== Sublimation Settings ===
* Go to the [[Quickstartguide:Transferpress | Heat Transfer Press]] to set up the heat press.
* Now wait for the machine to heat up. It usually takes from 15 to 20 minutes. You can use this time to gather your materials and print the design you want to transfer onto the fabric.
 
== Printing ==
* Open your file in any program you can print from (Photo Viewer, Acrobat, Photoshop, etc.).
* Hit <command+P> on the keyboard or >File>Print to go to the print dialogue.
 
 
[[File:Sawgrass_print_dialog.png]]
 
 
* Make sure to choose the <SAWGRASS SG800> as the printer.
 
 
[[File:Sawgrass_chooseprinter.png]]
 
 
* Choose <A3/mirrored/one page> or <A4/mirrored/one page> as preset.
 
 
[[File:Sawgrass_choosesetting.png]]
 
 
This sets the printer to the '''right paper size, the right color profile and it flips the image'''.
 
 
* Hit print.
* Place the transfer paper face down (the text on the back readable to you) in the paper tray.
 
 
[[File:Paper tray 1.jpg|600px]]
 
 
[[File:Paper tray 2.jpg|600px]]
 
 
* Wait till the print is done.
 
== Prepare the garments ==
 
* Before sublimation, preheat the garment for 2-3 seconds. It helps to reduce wrinkles and to open up the fibres of the fabric before applying the design.  
* To place the fabric on in the heat press - without burning yourself - slide the tray towards you.
 
 
[[File:Heat press tray.jpg|600px]]

Latest revision as of 13:25, 26 May 2026

Before you start

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  • Sublimation works only with specialized sublimation paper. Available sizes: A4, A3 or roll (approx. 60 cm wide, and as long as your require).
    • Sheets of A4 and A3 sublimation paper can be bought at the Printmaking Studio desk.
  • Sublimation only works with white or lightly colored synthetic fabrics or fabrics with a high synthetic composition.
  • Possible file formats: jpeg, pdf, png
  • Turn on the heatpress and set it to the right preset.
    • Click button on top to turn on.
    • Get the stylus and select the preset SUBLIMATION
    • Wait until heated up.

Basic operation

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Machine side

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Using A4/A3 sublimation sheets:

  • Insert the sheet in the Auto Sheet Feeder.
  • Sublimation paper has a white and a (more or less) yellowish side. The white side is the one you need to print on. Make sure the white side faces you after insertion.
  • Once inserted, the printer will recognize the sheet. On the screen check the size and click OK if correct.

Using the roll:

  • On the printer, select Paper Setting.
  • Click on Roll Paper and follow the steps.
    • If you're unsure about the loading the roll, please ask a member of staff to load it for you.

Computer side

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  • Get your file on the iMac using your preferred method.
  • Open your file in Preview.

  • Hit Command+P or select 'Print' under 'File'
  • In the Printing window, make sure Paper Size is set to your specific sheet (in this case A4).

  • Click on Printer Options and open up the window at Printer Settings by clicking on the (!)

  • Here, check if everything is set correctly:
    • Paper Size: A4 -> Correct.
    • Output Size: A4 -> Correct.
    • Paper Source: Roll Paper -> Incorrect. This is usually the setting that is set wrong. In this case, we don't want the printer to take its paper from the roll, but from the tray we've just fed the A4 in.
    • Click on the dropdown menu and select Auto Sheet Feeder.

    • Click on Acquire Info.

    • If everything seems correct, click OK
  • The printer will automatically mirror your design (as is required for sublimation) so there's no need to manually flip your design.
  • Hit print!
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