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Hey, you know that rubber part that's under the shirt on a heat press... well does anyone know where I can find a replacement rubber for the exising one?? I already know where to find it on the internet, but am interested in other alternatives??
I also read in another topic about oversized mouse pads at office depot or something hmm?
Yeah I was wondering what glue to use to reattach the pad mine fell off or was never glued... It is a pain when you put a shirt on or off and it moves!
Yeah I was wondering what glue to use to reattach the pad mine fell off or was never glued... It is a pain when you put a shirt on or off and it moves!
Maybe yours was made to put the shirt on the pad before you put it under the press for convenient purposes.
Check with the manufacturer of your heat press. I know that I have seen replacement pads on Geo Knight's website in the past. So, whoever makes your press should also be able to provide you with a replacement pad and tell you what the correct type of adhesive to use.
Check with the manufacturer of your heat press. I know that I have seen replacement pads on Geo Knight's website in the past. So, whoever makes your press should also be able to provide you with a replacement pad and tell you what the correct type of adhesive to use.
Mark
Thank you for your reply, but I'm looking for other alternatives, like home-made thoughts. For example I've seen mats (those that you stand on in a kitchen) and I don't know if those can stand the heat. You know, creative ideas. I know I can find the rubber from the manufaturer, that's a given.
If anyone with knowledge would care to describe what is so unique about the rubber pad on a heat press? that would be helpful too.
And why other rubbers won't work, would be helpful.
Thank ya'll.
Last edited by qnerve; January 7th, 2008 at 01:38 PM.
Thank you for your reply, but I'm looking for other alternatives, like home-made thoughts. For example I've seen mats (those that you stand on in a kitchen) and I don't know if those can stand the heat. You know, creative ideas. I know I can find the rubber from the manufaturer, that's a given.
If anyone with knowledge would care to describe what is so unique about the rubber pad on a heat press? that would be helpful too.
And why other rubbers won't work neither would be helpful.
Thank ya'll.
The only thing I can think of, is that it's special because it can withstand the immense heat and the pressure being applied directly to it.
The only thing I can think of, is that it's special because it can withstand the immense heat and the pressure being applied directly to it.
Hmm, it's really not much heat if you think about it, for ex: a 50/50 t-shirt can withstand the heat of 350 - 375 degrees for a whole minute. At first I thought for sure it would burn up lol.
Could it be that the rubber is special because it "goes back to it's position quickly" after something has been pressed on it, rather than being special for "heat resistance"? (anyone)
(In that case I can get a "floor mat" to replace it.)
I'm just very curious because 50 bucks for a so called rubber pad doesn't sound right lol.
I think you'll find the pad to be made from a silicone product rather than rubber. Depending on how large of a pad you need, some department stores (housewares dept) are now carrying a similar pad for baking sheets, it may be thinner than what you had...but it will take the heat. As for the adhesive, I've seen a high temp adhesive used by appliance repairmen on dryer drum seals made by 3m. Then again a real auto parts store (not one staffed by people that need consult the computer before they can identify your part) may have a 3m or similar adhesive that'll take the heat also.
I thought of silicone baking sheets as a possible replacement, but then decided against recommending this since I'm sure the thickness of the pad will become an issue when trying to get the correct pressure. In addition, it may not have enough or perhaps too much "spring" or "squishiness" necessary for a good press.
I don't know... I'm all for saving a few bucks, but sometimes I think you just have to bite the bullet and spend the money when there just isn't a suitable replacement. Trying alternative methods will probably just yield unacceptable results, which could lead to wasting expensive supplies and a possible loss of clientele (if the results aren't the same).
I think you'll find the pad to be made from a silicone product rather than rubber. Depending on how large of a pad you need, some department stores (housewares dept) are now carrying a similar pad for baking sheets, it may be thinner than what you had...but it will take the heat. As for the adhesive, I've seen a high temp adhesive used by appliance repairmen on dryer drum seals made by 3m. Then again a real auto parts store (not one staffed by people that need consult the computer before they can identify your part) may have a 3m or similar adhesive that'll take the heat also.
Thanks, I will look into that. If it's thin I may be able to put it on top of the old one, or just simply put a 'mat' under it lol.
I just learned that the "mats" I'm talking about are made of "urethane" rubber. I can't find any info on urethane rubbers when it comes to heat. But I found that some of those mats have images heat pressed on them. But that makes me wonder if they have some other layer between the pressed image and the urethane rubber... hmm.
I thought of silicone baking sheets as a possible replacement, but then decided against recommending this since I'm sure the thickness of the pad will become an issue when trying to get the correct pressure. In addition, it may not have enough or perhaps too much "spring" or "squishiness" necessary for a good press.
I don't know... I'm all for saving a few bucks, but sometimes I think you just have to bite the bullet and spend the money when there just isn't a suitable replacement. Trying alternative methods will probably just yield unacceptable results, which could lead to wasting expensive supplies and a possible loss of clientele (if the results aren't the same).
Melissa
Thanks for that info. I may be able to put something under it or keep the old rubber on the press if it's too thin. I'll have to go see what this silicone sheet you're referring to looks like.
I understand about saving bucks too, but in this case if I end up spending more money and time I think the knowledge learned (in this case) would offset the loss. If I find a substitute (or if anyone finds one) that would be great too.
Hey, you know that rubber part that's under the shirt on a heat press... well does anyone know where I can find a replacement rubber for the exising one?? I already know where to find it on the internet, but am interested in other alternatives??
I also read in another topic about oversized mouse pads at office depot or something hmm?
Thanks, your help is greatly appreciated.
Hello Rene,
The pads we use are called silicon rubber pads or heat mats. Have you tried from the company you bought your press from? $50 bucks is a lot. You can order it in the internet Check with Alibaba.com. 15"X15" is about US$12. and have it shipped via UPS.
And you can use your old pads similar to "Tee pad", buy cutting it to desired sizes.
The pads we use are called silicon rubber pads or heat mats. Have you tried from the company you bought your press from? $50 bucks is a lot. You can order it in the internet Check with Alibaba.com. 15"X15" is about US$12. and have it shipped via UPS.
And you can use your old pads similar to "Tee pad", buy cutting it to desired sizes.
Urethane isn't something i'd recommend. i come from a different background and have alot of experience in molding and casting. Urethane isn't really recommended for this type of work.
On recently getting a heat press off of ebay i smiled when i saw the red pad.
Its a RTV 101 Silicone rubber, i used to use it back in the day for small Pewter casting, its a Platinum silicone which can take 600*-1200*,
On the cut sides it seems it was just poured into a mould. cured and then a thicker batch was whipped up using a mixing which beats air into it... not idea really as .. it gives you millions of air bubbles and can cause bad castings .. but in this case not really an issue. that then cures and a beauty coat is then applied.
fun stuff to play with i considered making custom mats and heating elements. but electrics ain't my bag.
Rubber heat pad replacement??? 
Re: Rubber heat pad replacement??? 
