Zander Rander

hey dudes, i found some info about using pigment inks: -

Understanding inks and media longevity

personally myself i havent got a ruddy clue what they are talking about thats why i have posted this thread. . .

i have been reading on here for the last 3hours about printers to use and inks to use when printing on transferables... and to be honest im still at square one.

the problem is i think is that one person says YAY this is the best one then someone else says YAY this is the best one so my mind is just being dragged all over the place (wait till i get onto the topic of heat presses )

so im still so unsure to which direction to take

if i was to say im willing to spend upto 150/200pounds (about $300/$400) on a printer to print good quality on good quality transfers using the correct ink-carts then what should i be looking at? coz i so dont know

and also with the inks how many t-shirts can you print on average before refilling say using 5-8colours each print?

thanks everyone

 

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Girlzndollz

Hi Zander,

Choosing an Epson is a good idea. Depending on your volume of printing, Alot would justify bulk ink?CIS (continuous ink system) and lighter volume but still more than a normal family printer uses could call for refillable ink cartridges, also called re-fill carts.

Sometimes the Durabrite ink that comes in the Epson printers like c88 and c120 do experience "color shifting" under the heat press. I use Durabrite without problem, but have seen the posts of frustrated folks getting the shifting. Using a good Heat Transfer Ink is a good idea, it is developed to withstand the high heat of a press.

I always recommend Jetprosofstretch for lights. You can find alot of info on the forum regarding its wonderful qualities. If you are interested in re-fill carts for an epson, look up a thread called "durabrite you're fired", Melissa has found a quality ink.

I gather you are in the UK. There is a regional section of the forum to find other members in your area that could help advise you on suppliers that offer your region good deals, or simply to find suppliers in your area.

I am not sure if you can get yourself a Laser Printer for that money, but I would recommend you investigate that option as well. Deniseg is from the UK and she upgraded from inkjet heat transfer paper to her laser printer and says she will never look back, lol. Some folks use Duracotton or Imageclip. Okidata are some laser printers I've seen recommended.

Good luck to you whatever you choose. Hope this helps.

 

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Zander Rander

kelly thank you so much for the information and help! - its been the printer and transfers that have been holding me back from taking my t-shirt printing shananagans any further

And with your info you have given me i just might be able to take that step atlast WOOHOO

thanks kelly

 

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Girlzndollz

LOL, good for you, Zander! Have fun and you know foks here are always there for you to give support. Have a great time!

 

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