INSTRUCTIONS
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LASER TRANSFER PAPERS:
INKJET TRANSFER PAPERS:
Follow the links below for printing and application instructions by product. The following are manufacturer's guidelines for printing and applying our heat transfer papers. Application processes may differ from one product to another but all are easy to apply and relatively forgiving. If you are having difficulty with the application of a heat transfer product, the odds are you have a problem with one of three fundamental areas: 1) the correct temperature 2) the correct time, or 3) the appropriate amount of pressure.
GENERAL TIPS FOR LASER PRINTING
Color laser printers and color laser copiers require a greater understanding of their functions when used with transfer papers than do ink jet printers. When used properly, a laser can economically produce a high volume of quality transfers with exceptional durability. When improperly used, expensive repairs and excessive down time are the result.
Color lasers operate by placing an electric charge on the paper to be printed. This charge holds the powdered toner in place and the sheet then passes thru a fuser to melt and bond the toner to the sheet. The temperature of this fuser is generally at a constant temperature. Machines which use fuser oil generally operate at a lower temperature than those which do not use it. Newer and faster color laser copiers and printers operate at very high temperatures and this requires an extremely technical transfer paper which can withstand those temps. As the temperature can not be adjusted by the user, the method of controlling the amount of heat the paper is subject to is done by varying the speed at which the paper passes thru the fuser. A "PLAIN PAPER" setting runs the sheet the fastest thru the fuser, Heavy Paper, Extra Heavy, Card Stock and Label are usually the other settings to choose from. As each machine varies in temperature from manufacturer to manufacturer, temperature differences from model to model and even between machines of the same model is quite common.
Always buy transfer paper from a dealer who can recommend the proper paper for your machine and then TEST the paper by starting with the Plain Paper setting and gradually change settings to achieve the right amount of fusing. Rubbing your fingertips lightly across your image after printing is finished can tell you how well it fused. If the toner comes off of the image on your fingertips as a powdery residue, the image is UNDERFUSED. If the toner flakes off it indicates that it is OVERFUSED. NEVER RUN INK JET PAPER in laser printers or copiers. The heat is too intense and the paper may melt in the fuser requiring expensive repairs.
All laser transfer paper is grain specific, which means it should be fed thru the machine in the grain long direction. This means that the shorter edge of the paper is the leading edge as it feeds into the machine. Should you cut an 11 x 17 sheet into 2 - 8½ x 11 sheets, the leading edge now becomes the longer edge.
For transfer paper to work well it is best to have it acclimate for 24 hours before printing if you have the time to wait. Keep it in the same room as your copier or printer and strive to maintain a 70 degree F and 40% Rh. Fan the paper well before inserting into the copier or printer, this helps to cut down on the static. Remove the plain paper from the copier or printer before inserting the transfer paper.
When applying the transfer paper, remember that heat presses vary in accuracy. Follow the instructions given, if they are not working properly for your heat press you might raise the temperature but leave the time the same. It may take some adjusting on your part to find just the right combination for great results.
GENERAL TIPS FOR INKJET PRINTING
Every different sheet of inkjet printable media takes ink differently! To achieve the best results it is necessary to lay down the correct amount of ink. To much or too little and your image will either not dry or the inks will run or the image will appear dull and lifeless.
Inkjet printers have 2 types of settings. The PAPER or MEDIA setting tells the printer the type of paper and how much ink the coatings on the paper can absorb. The RESOLUTION setting (e.g.: 360/720/1440) not only tells the printer the degree of detail you want in the print but also controls the speed at which the printer prints and the size of the droplets of ink it lays down on the paper. This setting is sometimes listed as a choice between Quality and Speed, or Good, Better and Best. Keep in mind that the highest setting will NOT necessarily give you the best results.
Heat transfer papers for Inkjet printers are the most complex papers to produce. They are comprised of multiple coatings which control the ink and contribute to the appearance, washability and durability of the finished product. Again, too much ink on a transfer paper will result in "bleeding" of the inks and a lack of detail, rather than crisp edges on the finished product.
REMEMBER, the amount of ink you lay down is crucial to the quality of your transfer. Laying down to much ink is costly for you! Follow the instructions for each type of paper that you use. If your printer is not listed or no instructions given, you may want to to experiment to achieve the desired results. Record those settings for future use.
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2911 KLINE AVE.
LUBBOCK, TX 79407
806-794-3692
FAX: 806-794-9699
Order Desk: 1-800-658-2027
OFFICE HOURS ARE MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8:30 AM TO 5 PM CENTRAL TIME.
ALWAYS test to determine the suitability of any transfer paper for use in your equipment and your method of application. The Seller's and Manufacturer's maximum obligation shall be to replace any paper that has been proven to be defective. Neither the Seller nor the Manufacturer shall be liable for any injury, direct or consequential, arising out of the use of, or inability to use these papers.
