How to choose the correct sublimation paper weight?

1.INK LIMIT / CAPACITY

This is a very basic factor. The higher the ink limit (wet), the heavier gram the paper should be in order to accept the moisture from the ink without any problems like curling and warping of the paper.

2.HEAVY INK PATTERNS

This explains the printing of an artwork that has a very complex design that has a mixed heavy and light ink loading. You can face this in low gram papers, curling will occur and also shifting after pressing. To eliminate this the best solution is a 110gsm or more that accept heavy ink and also light inks.

3.ROLL TO ROLL OR ROLL TO SHEET

Calendar press loves low gsm papers. But on heavy ink, consider factor #1.

4.PRINT SPEED

This is the equation:
Fast printing = lightweight paper
Slow printing = thick paper

Based on the humidity level in the workplace

Minimal humidity When the humidity is less than 45%, 80gsm is the preferable option. because the paper shrinks and the print side hunches up under low humidity. The paper absorbs ink while printing, making the "hunch-up" more noticeable. The print head will be harmed by the "hunch-up" as 100g and 120g paper are tougher than 80g. Because 80gsm is softer, it may relieve "hunch-up" and shield your print head from harm.

High humidity: In the humidity above 70% . It’s better to choose 110-120 gsm . Because the paper is very easy to become damp in a high humidity , it will become softer and stiffness is weak at the same time . If you use low weight paper, it will be very hard to print smoothly because of the stiffness and hardness go down . At this time , 110-120 gsm is your best choice.

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