Can i use Hp printer for sublimation

[mariab]

Great Community,
I have hp old printer, Can i use it for sublimation?

 

[shane23]

You will not be able to convert an HP home or office printer to a sublimation printer. Because most HP printers utilize the thermal heat technique to distribute ink onto paper.
HP does have a printer line that can and does support sublimation and UV ink. This unique printer line can print straight into fabric or sublimation paper. They're massive, expensive industrial printers designed specifically for the job.
But I will suggest you to use inkjet printer for sublimation printing because they are less expensive and easy to maintain.

 

[Deleted member 14725]

Great Community,
I have hp old printer, Can i use it for sublimation?

Nope, sublimation requires piezo print-heads (mechanical), only Epson and Brother distribute such printers in general, while Canon, HP and others are purely thermal (heating). There are some exceptions for VERY specific models like special plotters or high end printers but that's all: exceptions. The problem is outside people use dye and pigment terms without being specific, that's the confusion, and so you will find people (even the brands themselves) talking about pigment when it's a whole different planet than sublimation pigment.

 

[mariab]

Thanks Exploradorgt,
Which Epson model is best for sublimation printing? As per your experience. Thanks

 

[Ethan]

It depends on the model of your HP printer. Most HP printers aren’t designed for sublimation because they use thermal inkjet technology, which isn’t compatible with sublimation ink. Sublimation printing usually requires a special printer, like certain Epson models that can be converted for this purpose. If you’re looking to create custom stickers or labels for your designs, you might find this helpful: Sticker Labels. What kind of projects are you planning to work on?

 

[astonkoena]

Great Community,
I have hp old printer, Can i use it for sublimation?

No, standard HP printers cannot be used for sublimation unless they support sublimation ink, which most do not.

 

[Fischery]

Thanks Exploradorgt,
Which Epson model is best for sublimation printing? As per your experience. Thanks

Dear mariab,

I can't speak for any HP models, but I’ve been working with the Ricoh Aficio SG2100N for years and it’s been incredibly reliable and sturdy. It handles sublimation printing well, and the paper feed can even be adjusted to fit smaller formats like mug transfer paper. It’s not the newest model, but if you can still get your hands on one, it’s a solid choice.

Best
Fischery

 

[micheal349]

No, you cannot use a regular HP printer for sublimation printing. Most HP printers use thermal inkjet technology, which is not compatible with sublimation inks that require heat to bond with polyester-coated materials. Sublimation printing works best with printers that use piezo printheads, such as certain models from Epson or Sawgrass.

If you're planning to print designs for custom boxes, packaging, or promotional products using sublimation, you'll need to invest in a compatible sublimation printer and proper sublimation paper and inks. It's also essential to use materials like polyester-coated surfaces or specially treated substrates to get high-quality, vibrant results.

Make sure to research which printers can be converted or are built specifically for sublimation before making a purchase