The heat press is a special device that allows you to print photos on various items including tops. You can use it with iron transport and applications. It works like iron except that it provides a lot of heat and pressure thus yielding high-quality results. If you print T-shirts for regular selling then heat press is a good idea. This will teach you how to use one.
Preparing your transfer paper
Choose your transfer. There are many types of transition periods where you can print a T-shirt. You can print it yourself or buy a print. You can also use Applied on Iron! The following are the types of unknown transfers that work with heat boxes and T-shirts: In jet works well in transparent and white or light shirts. You can print yourself using inkjet printers and special transfer paper. It does not work with a laser printer. The transfer of laser copiers/printers is also synonymous. They can be made on a laser copier or printer using special transport paper. Retailers are advertised in retail outlets. They are clear and suitable for clothing and colors, including dark colors (unless otherwise indicated). Sculpted furniture and pieces also work in heating. However, they should have a strong temperature that supports their back. Cut vinyl letters also work. You can add them to your page by creating different plans. This is especially true of sportswear.
If necessary, print the transmission. Select the image you like and flip it using the image editor. Print it on special transfer paper using an inkjet printer. Be sure to print on the side of the paper on the film. If you have only one laser printer, you will need to use the transfer paper indicated for the laser printer.
Turn off the transfer if necessary. Only necessary for printing equipment, customers, and store equipment. If you use a tool, the shirt will wrap around the film, including unpacked parts. You need to cut out the photo so that the empty parts of the film are not transferred. Focus on the basic form. You do not need to cut out shapes like "O" and "D" holes. You can leave a few boundaries around the form.
Setting up the thermal printer
Open the printer. Lift the handle to open the printer. Remove the sealed heat from the silicone mat. In the next step, open the press while the heating is on. The following guidelines apply to most thermal printing models.
Adjust the temperature. Read the instructions on the transfer paper as to what temperature you should use. Rotate the thermostat knob clockwise. Wait for the press to heat up; there will be a light flash. Once the desired temperature is reached, turn the knob anticlockwise until the light goes out. In most cases, you have to set a temperature between 177 and 191 ° C (350 and 375 ° F).
Adjust the pressure. Turn the pressure knob to increase the pressure, and counterclockwise to decrease the pressure. The pressure will be based on the thickness of your project; the thicker it is, the less pressure you need. Be careful not to turn it too far, as the turn could be missed by hand. In most cases, you will need to use moderate to high pressure.
Set the timer. Hold down the minute and second buttons to increase or decrease the time. When you press the start button, the timer starts, but do not press it! Depending on the type of transfer you can use, the following are suggested times. If your work sets a different time, use the following method:
Pressing the shirt
Put your shirt on the plate. Make sure the page you want to print is on the top page. Most transfers are flexible, so it is best to wear a white, tight shirt. If you give a note as "dark" or suitable for a colored shirt, you can use any color you want.
Copy the transfer and place it on the packaging. Make sure the transfer paper, including the silicone pad and the heating pad, is in place. If you are printing an embroidery machine, move the bottom stitch side up, the sticker side down. If you press the vinyl to transfer heat, place it on the mattress side, on the matte side.
Cover the transfer if necessary. Some types of heat pads already have a protective silicone pad. If this is not yours, or if you are installing a use or vinyl heat transfer, put a thin material over your shirt and transfer. This protects the transmission. A handkerchief, tea towel, or thin cotton cloth will work best.
Click Close. Pull the handle down and press down. You may need to adjust the print, especially if you are printing applications or clothing.
Press the start button. Depending on the specific model, the handle will be locked in most places. When the timer stops, press the restart button. This will stop printing and reset the timer.
Press open and remove the shirt. Peel the paper with a cloth while it is still hot. The image should now be printed on the shirt.
If you want, click on more shirts. If you need to push other shapes behind the shirt, first put a small cardboard box inside the shirt. Adjust the length of the plate to reduce pressure, then press the shirt again. That way, you won’t accidentally overheat the first picture.
Tips: Wait 24 hours for the garment to dry before washing. If the transfer paper is not easy to remove, please press it again for 5-10 seconds. To make sure that the shirt is loaded directly into the machine, please check that the label is aligned with the back of the shirt heat press. Always check impressions. You can usually use a plain sheet of paper to check your printer's design. Or buy rags from the store. This test ensures that the colors are correctly printed and a good understanding of the final product's appearance. Practice with different gaps and assignments. You should be satisfied with the t-shirt heat press to ensure that you will not make a mistake when starting to fulfill your customer's order.