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Sublimation

Transfer Brilliant, Full Colour Graphics

Sublimation

Sublimation

Prices
(including VAT)
Printers
ProductsPriceBuy
Sawgrass Virtuoso SG500 A4 Printer with 4 sublimation cartridges (each 20ml)
Order Code: SUBM-A4-SG500
£570.00
Sawgrass Virtuoso SG1000 A3 Printer with 4 high capacity sublimation cartridges (each 70ml)
Order Code: SUBM-A3-SG1000
£1,800.00
Sublimation Starter Packs
The starter packs include the printer, heat presses, media and tape - e.g. everything you need to get up and running straight away.
Heat Presses
Heat Presses
Recommended Extras
Accessories and Materials
Product Description
Transfer Brilliant, Full Colour Graphics onto Textiles, Mugs and other Sublimation Friendly Items
Sublimation printing is an easy and effective way to introduce industry standard digital printing into the classroom environment. It is best suited to man-made fabrics containing polymer-based fibres, making it perfect for transferring designs to technical textiles or those that are difficult to dye under school conditions. A sublimation printing system offers versatility across the whole department with a wide range of opportunities to customise ready-made garments.

The Technology Explained
Sublimation is when a solid changes into a gas and back to a solid without going through a liquid stage in between. Images for sublimation are printed onto special paper using a purpose-made sublimation printer. At this stage, the ink is a solid layer on top of the paper. This paper is then positioned on the surface to be printed (ink-side-down) within a heat press. The heat and pressure cause the ink to turn into gas which then transfers into the fibres. The gas cools, returns to a solid state, and forms a permanent bond with polymer fibres within the fabric. The result is an extremely durable and light-resistant print which is washable and requires no further finishing. A particular advantage is that Sublimation has little discernable effect on the weight and tactile properties of the fabric. The Sublimation Technology is perfect for incorporating STEM into your lessons!

SubliJet-UHD technology from Sawgrass uses gel inks and has transformed the reliability and cost-effectiveness of Sublimation technology for schools. Gel inks do not dry out and clog print heads, they are clean to use and Sawgrass printers are virtually maintenance-free.

What can I do with my Sublimation System?
Sublimation is the ideal system for creating original printed textiles and for applying digital images onto existing textile products including bags, clothing and accessories. TechSoft supply a huge range of sublimation-ready ‘blank’ items including phone pouches, ‘T’ shirts, mouse mats, mugs – even flip-flops! Sublimation provides an easy to manage and versatile resource for enterprise and fund-raising projects. Students can quickly produce professional quality products that people will want to buy.

LIT or Sublimation?
The two technologies have a lot in common but there are important differences that might help determine which is right for you. LIT is very versatile – it transfers images onto standard project materials and the LIT printers are fine for everyday paper printing. Sublimation offers brighter, more durable images, but the sublimation printers are not suitable for ‘general’ printing.

For textile printing, sublimation is by far the preferred option, but for a whole DT department LIT is more versatile. Still can’t decide? TechSoft offer a combined package for LIT and Sublimation.
Sublimation Full Starter Packs
Sublimation Full Starter Packs (A4 & A3)
Everything you need to set up in business – all you need is imagination and the products you will customise (and sell?). The pack contains a Sawgrass Virtuoso SG500 (A4 pack) or Sawgrass Virtuoso SG1000 (A3 pack), CMYK ink cartridges, an ARC single mug press, 380 x 280mm clam heat press (A4 pack) or a large swing press (A3 pack), 200 sheets of A4/A3 transfer media and heat resistant tape.
ProductsPriceBuy
Sublimation Full Starter Pack A4 (Clam Heat Press)
inc. Sawgrass Virtuoso SG500 A4 printer with 4 sublimation cartridges, 380 x 280mm clam heat press c/w 2 PTFE sheets, heat resistant tape, ARC mug press, 200 sheets A4 sublimation paper
Order Code: MP13-SUB-A4F
£1,488.00
Sublimation Full Starter Pack A3 (Clam/Draw Heat Press)
inc. Sawgrass Virtuoso SG1000 A3 printer with 4 sublimation cartridges, 380 x 380mm Clam/Draw Heat Press, heat resistant tape, ARC mug press, 200 sheets A3 sublimation paper
Order Code: MP13-SUB-A3F
£3,120.00
Sublimation Full Starter Pack A3 (Deep Swing Press)
inc. Sawgrass Virtuoso SG1000 A3 printer with 4 sublimation cartridges, 380 x 500mm deep swing press c/w 2 Teflon sheets, heat resistant tape, ARC mug press, 200 sheets A3 sublimation paper
Order Code: MP13-SUB-A3FP
£4,284.00
Sublimation Textiles Starter Packs
Sublimation Textiles Starter Packs (A4 & A3)
The Sublimation Textiles Starter Pack contains a Sawgrass Virtuoso SG500 (A4 pack) or Sawgrass Virtuoso SG1000 (A3 pack), CMYK ink cartridges, 380 x 280mm clam heat press (A4 pack) or a large swing press (A3 pack), 200 sheets of A4/A3 transfer media and heat resistant tape.
ProductsPriceBuy
Sublimation Textiles Starter Pack A4 (Clam Heat Press)
inc. Sawgrass Virtuoso SG500 A4 printer with 4 sublimation cartridges, 380 x 380mm clam heat press with 2 PTFE sheets, heat resistant tape, 200 sheets A4 sublimation paper
Order Code: MP13-SUB-A4T
£1,170.00
Sublimation Textiles Starter Pack A3 (Deep Swing Press)
inc. Sawgrass Virtuoso SG1000 A3 printer with 4 sublimation cartridges, 380 x 500mm deep swing press c/w 2 PTFE sheets, heat resistant tape, 200 sheets A3 sublimation paper
Order Code: MP13-SUB-A3TP
£4,014.00
Mug Business Starter Pack
Sublimation Mug Starter Pack A4
A great way to produce professional quality, unique and desirable products for fund raising, enterprise or coursework projects. The pack contains the Sawgrass Virtuoso SG500 A4 Printer, CMYK ink cartridges, an ARC single mug press, 200 sheets of A4 transfer media and heat resistant tape. Just add some sublimation-ready mugs and you’re in business!
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Sublimation Mug Business Starter Pack A4 inc. Sawgrass Virtuoso SG500 A4 Printer with 4 sublimation cartridges, ARC mug press, 36 mugs, 200 sheets A4 sublimation paper, heat resistant tape
Order Code: MP13-SUB-A4M
£984.00
Product Specifications
Specifications
Model:SG500SG1000
Size:A4A3
Ink:SubliJet-UHDSubliJet-UHD
Speed:High Speed: 15 secs/page @ 600 x 600 dpi
High Quality: 29 secs/page @ 600 x 600 dpi
Adv. Photo: 48 secs/page @ 1200 x 600 dpi
High Speed: 15 secs/page @ 600 x 600 dpi
High Quality: 29 secs/page @ 600 x 600 dpi
Adv. Photo: 48 secs/page @ 1200 x 600 dpi
Resolution:Up to 4800 x 1200 dpiUp to 4800 x 1200 dpi
Interface:USB or EthernetUSB or Ethernet
Weight:10.5kg19.1kg
Dimensions:399(W) x 437(D) x 213(H)mm540(W) x 552(D) x 259(H)mm
Power Requirements:240V, 13A Socket240V, 13A Socket
Warranty:2 Year Return to Base (UK Mainland & Ireland)
2 Year Return and Collect (Elsewhere)
2 Year Return to Base (UK Mainland & Ireland)
2 Year Return and Collect (Elsewhere)
Sawgrass Virtuoso SG500 A4 Printer
Sawgrass Virtuoso SG500 A4 Printer
This A4 sublimation printer from Sawgrass provides high quality, vibrant images onto sublimation media. Using new SubliJet-UHD technology, the SG500 uses gel-based inks and a special application system to eliminate blockages and prevent drying-up. This is particularly important in schools where machines may not be used for extended periods. Ink cartridges are supplied as sealed units for mess-free changing.
ProductsPriceBuy
Sawgrass Virtuoso SG500 A4 Printer with 4 sublimation cartridges (each 20ml)
Order Code: SUBM-A4-SG500
£570.00
Sawgrass Virtuoso SG1000 A3 Printer
Sawgrass Virtuoso SG1000 A3 Printer
The Virtuoso SG1000 allows both A3 and A4 print options with all the advantages of Sawgrass SubliJet-UHD ink technology. Sharp, true colour images are delivered with impressive print speed. An A3 Swing Press will be required to take full advantage of this machine. (Please note that all SubliJet-UHD printers are not suitable for general paper printing.)
ProductsPriceBuy
Sawgrass Virtuoso SG1000 A3 Printer with 4 high capacity sublimation cartridges (each 70ml)
Order Code: SUBM-A3-SG1000
£1,800.00