Subeumulation printing is a type of direct-to-substrate (DTS) technology that uses UV-curable inkjet inks. It's commonly used for printing on a variety of materials, such as ceramics, glassware, and wooden decorative items.
- Pros: Easy to use, produces high-quality images, and can print on a wide range of substrates.
- Cons: Can be expensive, requires special equipment, and may not be suitable for large-scale production.
Heat pressing is a thermal printing technology that uses heat to transfer ink onto the substrate. It's commonly used for printing on paper, fabric, and other materials with similar textures.
- Pros: Affordable, easy to use, and produces high-quality images.
- Cons: May not be suitable for thick or rigid substrates, can produce blurry images if the substrate is too thin.
One of the main differences between sublimation printing and heat pressing lies in their temperature requirements. Sublimation printing requires heat to melt the ink, while heat pressing relies on thermal energy to transfer the image onto the substrate.
Another key difference is the type of material being printed on. Sublimation printing is ideal for materials with high moisture content, such as ceramics and glassware, while heat pressing is better suited for materials with lower moisture levels, like paper and fabric.