Discuss the various aspects of heat press technology. Transfer paper, inks, plastisol transfers, vinyl cutters, printers, commercial usage, durability, suppliers, etc. how long do you Pre-heat?
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how long do you Pre-heat?
hello, i'd just like to know how long it takes to pre-heat your shirt just before the heat transfer.
(minutes? seconds?)
i read that pre-heating your T-shirt removes both wrinkles and moisture..
dats all. thanks in advance.
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Re: how long do you Pre-heat? Minutes would probably start a small fire. 5-10 seconds is OK for preheating.
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Re: how long do you Pre-heat?
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Re: how long do you Pre-heat? Really depends on the color, density and or weight of the fabric. It also depends on the climate and humidity and how the blanks are stored.
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Re: how long do you Pre-heat? You are correct. Pre pressing is beneficial but not essential. A few seconds is more than enough.
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Re: how long do you Pre-heat? i usually go about 5 seconds
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Re: how long do you Pre-heat? You should press the garment until all the steam is done coming off of it. Check it every few seconds, if still steams press again.
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