Discuss the various aspects of heat press technology. Transfer paper, inks, plastisol transfers, vinyl cutters, printers, commercial usage, durability, suppliers, etc.
I need to upgrade from my 1280 with dye sub inks.My 1280 died on me.I would like to hear from anyone using the 1400 or the R1800 with dye sub inks. Any problems,ETC. I had nothing but issues with my 1280 because constant head cleanings were required to get good nozzle checks.
I am curently using a R1800 with pigment inks for my transfers with fantastic results and am curious if I can similar results from the R1800 or a 1400.Thanks in advance for any advice. RICK.
Re: Epson 1400 or R1800,Which one for sublimation?
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Originally Posted by conde tech
Hi Rick,
I would recommmend the Epson 1400. I haves tested the 1400 and the images come out beautifully. It prints at about the same speed of the 1280.
Tell me more about your 1280 problem...I would be more than happy to help and try to get it up and running.
Sonya Blackwell
Conde Systems
Tech Support
800-826-6332 ext. 205
Hey Sonya,
My problem with the 1280(other than constant head cleanings) is when I turn it on in the morning,the green power lite and the red ink lite cycles back and forth.I use refillable carts.I called Epson Tech and they say that the printer is not recognizing the carts.I even installed new carts as well as epson carts and same problem.Rick.
Re: Epson 1400 or R1800,Which one for sublimation?
Epson just wanted you to buy another printer. You need to reset the printer.
Turn printer off. While turning the printer on...hold down the two dark grey buttons...when lights start flashing let go of the two dark grey buttons. Then, press the left grey button next tp paper tray.....hold for 15-20 seconds. When you release the button, the printer should reset itself. You may have do this a couple of times. The last step(hold for 15-20 seconds)..it a matter of timing.
Sonya Blackwell
Conde Systems
Tech Support
800-826-6332 ext. 205
Re: Epson 1400 or R1800,Which one for sublimation?
Sonya,
You know you may be right about Epson wanting me to buy another printer because they gave me access to their owner loyalty portion of their website for special deals.I'll try your tips out tomorrow.Thank you so much.RICK.
Re: Epson 1400 or R1800,Which one for sublimation?
Rick...my 1280 (2 of them) have not yet died, but the printer is getting old so I did as Sonya suggested...I got the 1400 and use CIS with artainium inks. I have only one small hiccup...and works great
Re: Epson 1400 or R1800,Which one for sublimation?
Hey Sonya,
Your tip worked like a charm.I only had to reset it one time.My 1280 is back up and running.Now to contact Epson support to find out why I wasted an hour on the phone with them. THANK YOU SONYA.
Re: Epson 1400 or R1800,Which one for sublimation?
Hello,
does any of these printers leave those black dull spots?
I have a c88 and fed up replacing it to avoid faint black specks showing up on my finished product.. no they dont make the c88 or the c88 plus, so i need to find somthing else... perferrable with a wider print then the c88
and suggestions?
Re: Epson 1400 or R1800,Which one for sublimation?
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Originally Posted by rickcaspari
Hey Sonya,
Your tip worked like a charm.I only had to reset it one time.My 1280 is back up and running.Now to contact Epson support to find out why I wasted an hour on the phone with them. THANK YOU SONYA.
Awesome to see that you are back up and running!!
I am really impressed with people like Sonya joining the forums and offering valuable advise like this to our members. This is why this forum is growing so fast!!
Keep up the great work!!
P.S I wouldn't waste another minute trying to get a reasonable explaination from Epson. They wouldn't have one or admit to it anyway!!
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Re: Epson 1400 or R1800,Which one for sublimation?
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Originally Posted by conde tech
.....Keep the questions coming.
Hey Sonya,
I don't know if there are any rules against this (maybe Rodney can comment on that) but perhaps you can start a new general thread titled something like..."Post your sublimation questions here...." where people with general questions can come and ask about problems or questions they have about the sublimation process.
I know I would appreciate that.....
Just a thought...
John
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Re: Epson 1400 or R1800,Which one for sublimation?
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Originally Posted by conde tech
Hi Rick, I would recommmend the Epson 1400. I haves tested the 1400 and the images come out beautifully.
I am looking inot getting a wide format priner such as the 1400 or 1800 as I get more into sublimation (currently have a C88 with cartridges).
What is the difference between the 1400 & 1800 other than price, speed, and 8 colors vs. 6 colors? Or, maybe I just answered my own question??
When using sublimation, can you even take advantage of the 8 heads vs. 6 heads on the 1400?
John
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Epson 1400 or R1800,Which one for sublimation? 
