Factors for choosing A3 sublimation paper

When choosing A3 sublimation paper, there are several key factors to consider, which will directly affect the final printing and transfer effects.

1. Paper quality

Gram weight: Sublimation paper with a higher gram weight is usually thicker and stiffer, and is not easy to wrinkle or deform during printing and transfer. Generally speaking, 100-120 gram weight paper is more common and suitable for most scenarios, and can provide a better operating feel and stability.

Flatness: The surface of the paper should be flat and smooth, without obvious bumps, flaws, or textures. Sublimation paper with good flatness can ensure that the ink adheres evenly, avoiding printing stripes or uneven colors, thereby ensuring the accuracy of color reproduction and the clarity of the image.

2. Ink compatibility

Matching printer ink type: The chemical properties of ink used by printers of different brands and models are different. For example, Epson printers mostly use micro-piezoelectric nozzles with water-based inks, while some HP printers use thermal foaming technology and pigment inks. Choose sublimation paper that matches the ink type of your printer, so that the ink can penetrate smoothly and combine with the paper fiber to achieve good color transfer.

Color performance: High-quality sublimation paper can make the ink show rich, bright, and accurate colors when printing. When choosing, you can check the color samples or actual printing tests provided by the paper manufacturer to compare the degree of restoration of basic colors such as red, blue, green, and mixed colors of different papers, and give priority to products with high color restoration.

3. Transfer performance

Transfer efficiency: The ideal sublimation paper should be able to efficiently transfer ink to the surface of the target object in a short time and under appropriate temperature and pressure conditions. High transfer efficiency means that time costs can be saved, and the transferred pattern can be ensured to be clear and complete without residual or missing parts.

Adhesion: The pattern transferred to the object must have good adhesion and not be easily faded or fall off after daily use, friction, washing, etc. By actually transferring to common objects (such as T-shirts, ceramic cups) and conducting simulated use tests, the adhesion of the sublimation paper transfer pattern is evaluated to see if it meets the standards.

4. Price and cost performance

Unit cost: In addition to paying attention to the price of a whole pack of sublimation paper, it is also necessary to calculate the cost per unit area or single sheet of paper. The prices of products of different brands and specifications vary greatly. On the premise of meeting quality requirements, we should choose options with lower unit costs to control long-term use costs.

Brand and reputation: Well-known brands often have more advantages in production technology and product quality control. The sublimation paper they produce has been verified by the market, and the quality is relatively reliable. Referencing other users' comments and feedback can help us understand the actual performance of the product more comprehensively, so as to make a wiser choice.

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