Discuss the various aspects of heat press technology. Transfer paper, inks, plastisol transfers, vinyl cutters, printers, commercial usage, durability, suppliers, etc.
Don't waste your money. If you are serious about heat pressing save your money and buy the right tool for the job! After all, would you wash the dishes in your wasing machine? It might work but not suggested.
Not even close. You need heat that at lest goes up to 400 degrees and you need to be able to change the pressure depending on the shirt transfers you are using. Lou
My concern with this press is the volume that you would use it. This is designed to press a few items once a week or so. If you press 1000's of items in a month you may find it worn out in a few months.
If you press 1000's of items in a month you may find it worn out in a few months.
I think that would be the least of your worries. If it was able to press that many items in that space of time, I think you'd be jumping for joy you managed to start with $150 and buy a good press outright from the profits.
Professional Creases
Professional crisp creases are accomplished twice as fast because both sides of the garment are pressed at once. Padded
Padded pressing surface protects buttons, delicate accessories and fasteners. Large Surface Area
The Simplicity Quick Press Iron offers a 22" x 9" surface is 7 times larger than regular irons. Enormous Amount of Pressure
Up to 100 pounds of pressure produces crisp, sharp creases and securely adheres fusible materials and heat transfers; also press several layers at one time; compare to 20 pounds of pressure available with your conventional iron. Large Amount of Room
Ample room behind the ironing board makes it easy to press layers of sheeting and linens. Excellent Results for Any Project
Multiple temperature settings for every pressing need from nylon to linen - excellent results for sewing, crafting and quilting projects. Safety Features
Safety Features-automatic shut off and automatic safety alarm features turn off the electric power to the heater when the pressing plate has been left against the ironing board for more than 10 seconds or if the pressing plate is left in the open position without use after approximately 15 minutes. The heating ability is restored when the pressing plate is lowered or raised from its current position.
Energy Saving
Simplicity quick Press use ranges between 1300 to 1350 watts. Most hand-held irons range between 1100 to 1300 watts.
Delivers a Large Amount of Heat
Heats up to 410 degrees; multiple temperature settings accommodates a variety of fabrics including cotton, wool, silk, linen, polyester, rayon and delicate fabrics such as velvet and sheers.
Compact and Portable
Compact and portable dry press with locking handle, weighs just over 20 pounds; measures 9 inches wide when closed for storage.
Non-Stick
Non-stick pressing cloth and variable temperature control for every pressing need from adhering appliques and heat transfers to quilting and crafting.
Cover is Washable
The non-stick cotton cover is washable. The pressing cushion can be used to shape tailored garments, pleats, gathers, and contoured areas such as sleeves, darts and yokes.
Ready Lights
Power indicator & ready lights.
Held Firmly in Place
Rubber stoppers hold press firmly in place.
Cord Storage
Cord storage in press base
Versatile
Can be used while sitting down or standing up
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Safety Features Safety Features-automatic shut off and automatic safety alarm features turn off the electric power to the heater when the pressing plate has been left against the ironing board for more than 10 seconds or if the pressing plate is left in the open position without use after approximately 15 minutes. The heating ability is restored when the pressing plate is lowered or raised from its current position.
I was going to say "no way" but then I looked at this thing and I'm not so sure. I noticed that in the info David posted it specifically mentions heat transfers. Then I looked at the reviews on the Wal-Mart site. One review said:
"I am very happy with this product. I was looking for a heat press to do iron on transfers and I came across this press and decided to try it. I am glad that I did because this press works better that the commercial grade heat presses."
Obviously, I don't know anything about the legitimacy or accuracy of this comment, but it is interesting.
I also found it interesting that not one of the six reviews mentioned a single problem with the quality of the item. So I'm guessing it at least lives up to the quality standard expected of a consumer product.
Certainly this would not be comparable to a commercial press, but I wonder how it would stack up against a Hix Hobby Lite or Sunie or other low end or hobby type presses. At half the price, I'm tempted to go pick one up to give it a try. Considering the fact that it's advertised as being suitable for transfers, I think I could legitimately return it if the results weren't satisfactory.
If you are pressing for 30 seconds, for example, I wonder how much the temperature would drop in the 20 seconds between the time it kicks off and the end of the pressing cycle? As long as you pre-heat the bottom platen, I don't think it would drop much. It's certainly not ideal, but it might work.
I'm a right tool for the job person. Plus, I'm very skeptical about advertisements. I own a 15x15 Mighty press. That $150.00 would be a nice start towards a real heat press. Might be a waste of money.
Mike
$150 Heatpress! 
Re: $150 Heatpress! 
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