Dye sublimation printer or eco-solvent & heat transfer film?

[JLD984]

Wondering which process produces the best results for dye sublimation. I'm mainly interested in printing neoprene drink coolers, flags and sports uniforms. I enquired about the Roland Texart dye sublimation printer and Roland Texart heat transfer calendar but was advised my Roland VSi is all I need, printing on heat transfer film then using a heat press. What produces the best results? Any help appreciated.

 

[amw]

Wondering which process produces the best results for dye sublimation. I'm mainly interested in printing neoprene drink coolers, flags and sports uniforms. I enquired about the Roland Texart dye sublimation printer and Roland Texart heat transfer calendar but was advised my Roland VSi is all I need, printing on heat transfer film then using a heat press. What produces the best results? Any help appreciated.

You can do a print and cut heat transfer, which will be fine and all you need is good material to print on.
Dye sub right to a product is better though, no hand plus holds up much better over time etc.

Marsha

 

[w2csa]

Dyesub is probably best for the drink cooler but for shirts Dyesub will be limited to 100% light color polyester.
Printed vinyl will allow dark color cotton shirts to be embellished.