What are sublimation printers? We answer this questions and reveal the best machines around at the moment, as well as a way of converting a standard printer into a sublimation printer, to create unique t-shirts, art and more for less.
The Epson EcoTank ET-2400 is a great entry into sublimation printing as it's not really a sublimation printer. Confused? No need to be. The Epson EcoTank printers are designed to use no-cartridge ink refills to save money, which means you can actually fill these printers with sublimation ink and 'convert' this printer. It's important to buy one new and only ever use sublimation inks in it, don't fill it with the inks supplied.
You can actually convert any of the Epson EcoTank range of printers, I've chosen the ET-2400 as it's well-priced but also makes use of Epson's mobile printer app and WiFi for ease of use. New Epson printers such as theare just as good, if more expensive, and so you may as well get a Sawgrass or SureColor.
Be careful, however, as not all 'tank' based printers can be converted to sublimation; for example HP's Smart Tank printers use thermal printing and so are best avoided. When converting an Epson EcoTank there are big pluses and big minuses. The obvious one being this is cheaper than a purposely designed sublimation printer and you can use any brand of sublimation ink . But those sublimation inks will corrode the printer header, and so this won't last nearly as long as a Sawgrass or Epson SureColor.
Finally, you may need to experiment as inks differ and results can diverge; the Sawgrass for example has been tested and designed for perfect results every time you use it. But, a converted Epson EcoTank is an affordable way into sublimation printing and if and when it breaks, upgrade to a Sawgrass or SureColor.Yes, the best sublimation printers do offer value for money if your intending to make products, such as t-shirts, art and more, to sell.
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