Common faults and solutions for sticky sublimation paper

Some common faults may occur during the use of sticky sublimation paper. The following are these faults and corresponding troubleshooting methods:
1. Incomplete transfer pattern
Cause of fault:
The transfer temperature is too low or the time is insufficient, resulting in the failure of the ink to fully sublimate and transfer.
The transfer paper and the substrate are not tightly attached, and there are gaps or bubbles.
The quality of the sublimation ink is poor, the fluidity is poor or the nozzle is blocked, affecting the printing effect.
Troubleshooting method:
Appropriately increase the transfer temperature and extend the transfer time, and find the most suitable parameter combination through experiments. At the same time, ensure that the temperature display of the transfer equipment is accurate and the heat is uniform.
Before transfer, carefully check the fit between the transfer paper and the substrate, use tools such as rollers or flat plates to gently compact, eliminate bubbles, and ensure a tight fit. For irregularly shaped substrates, local pressure can be used.
Check whether the sublimation ink is expired or has quality problems. If necessary, replace it with a high-quality ink brand. Clean the printer nozzle regularly to ensure smooth ink spraying and print quality.

2. The pattern color is distorted or dim
Cause of the fault:
The printer color setting is inaccurate and deviates from the actual required color.
The transfer temperature is too high, resulting in excessive sublimation or discoloration of the color.
The substrate material has an impact on the color, and the absorption or reflection characteristics are different.
Troubleshooting method:
Check the color settings of the printer, calibrate and adjust to ensure that the printed color is consistent with the design pattern. You can refer to the printer manual or use professional color management software.
Lower the transfer temperature to avoid excessive transfer. Adjust the transfer temperature and time according to different substrate materials and transfer paper characteristics.
When selecting the substrate, understand its impact on the color. For special materials, small sample tests can be performed to determine the best transfer parameters. At the same time, the color of the design pattern can be adjusted according to the actual situation to adapt to different substrates.

3. The pattern is too sticky or difficult to peel off after transfer
Cause of the fault:
The transfer temperature is too high or the time is too long, which overactivates the sticky layer.
The cooling time is insufficient and the sticky layer has not completely lost its stickiness.
Troubleshooting methods:
Lower the transfer temperature, shorten the transfer time, and avoid over-activation of the sticky layer. Before the formal transfer, conduct a small-scale test to determine the appropriate transfer parameters.
Extend the cooling time to allow the substrate to cool fully after transfer. You can use tools such as fans to accelerate cooling, but be careful to avoid blowing directly onto the transfer area to avoid affecting the quality of the pattern. If it is still difficult to peel off, you can gently peel it off from the edge, or use a soft tool to assist in peeling it off to avoid damaging the pattern.

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