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Do I need to use special paper in my printer? Released Date: 03/06

Unlike normal inkjet printing, where the ink remains in the paper, with dye sublimation, we transfer the ink off the paper again and into the substrate. For this reason, it is advisable to use a special sublimation paper, which is specially formulated to release the ink again.

 

Photo USA offers two ranges of Dye Sublimation papers. Both are designed to be used with the current 4, 6 and 8 color printers and offer excellent performance and ink release to maximize transfer to your substrate. One is for ceramic use and the other is for both ceramic & fabric use. We also provide from A4 to roll paper size.

 

These papers offers excellent dimensional strength under ink heavy ink loads (reduced wet-cockling) and high dye transfer to your end substrate. This results in lower ink limits and approximate ink saving of 25% versus other brands of sublimation media. All this means improved production reliability.