Can you use sublimation on aluminum?
Can you use sublimation on aluminum?
Sublimation on aluminum, hardboard, MDF, glass and fiberboard. Sublimation can be applied to various materials as long as there is only a polyester coating. In addition to aluminium, we also sublimate on MDF, hardboard, fiberboard and glass. These materials are ideal for sublimation.
What is Aluminium sublimation?
Sublimation is a process where a solid by-passes the liquid state and goes from a solid straight to a gas. HD Aluminum prints are not printed straight onto the aluminum. A print made directly on aluminum would have the same issues with durability as ink printed on paper or canvas. It would scratch off easily.
What kind of metal can you sublimate on?
Sublimation onto aluminum (also known as metal print) is a process of infusing dyes into a sheet of pre-treated aluminum via heat transfer.
Can sublimation be done on metal?
First, as with any sublimation material, the metal you use for sublimation needs to have a polyester coating. If you are new to sublimating on metal, keep in mind that metal is forgiving and doesn’t break. It’s a great material to work with to provide a unique look and feel for your customers.
Can you create your own sublimation blanks?
Making your own blanks for imprinting in dye sublimation involves coating hard substrates. A soft substrate does not require a coating but has specific requirements for accepting sublimation ink under a heat press. The substrate must be polyester or a blend of synthetic materials.
How do you dye metal sublimate?
If you do need the sublimation to show a white color or background, plan on using a white-colored metal.
- Line up the printout with your metal and tape in into place with heat resistant tape.
- Place the metal in your press, set the appropriate setting for dye sublimation, and sublimate!
Can you sublimate onto polyurethane?
The low heat resistance products such as polyurethane cannot be subjected to the sublimation transfer process. When polyurethane (hereinafter referred as ‘PU’) products are transferred by the sublimation transfer process the transfer paper and PU cannot withstand an elevated temperature.
