The following page acts as an introduction to the Epson SureColor F570 dye sublimation printer.
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The Shop Safety Class Direct to Garment, Dye-Sublimation and Heat Press Safety is required to operate the dye sublimation printer.
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The Epson SureColor F570 is a dye sublimation printer used for printing designs onto transfer paper, the transfer paper can then apply the design to polyester fabrics and specially coated objects. Printing with the Epson SureColor F570 is a quick and cheap process that allows the maker the freedom of printing on a wide variety of surfaces. When using the dye sublimation printer it is important to remember that the machine cannot print white ink, and all transfers must be done on white, or light colored, substrates.
Direct to Garment | Direct to Film | Dye Sublimation | |
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Machine Name | Epson SC F2100 | Epson SC F2100 | Epson SC F570 |
Process Type | Prints directly onto fabric. | Transfer using film. | Transfer using paper. |
Ink Types | Epson garment ink. Pretreat solution is required for ink to adhere to the garment. | Epson garment ink. Pretreat powder is required for ink to adhere to the garment. | Dye sublimation ink. When heated it turns into a gas that gets absorbed by the polyester fibers or sublimation coating on your substrate. |
Program Used | Garment Creator | Garment Creator | Standard print function opens Epson Print Preview |
File Types | .PNG/.JPEG/.TIFF/.BPM | .PNG/.JPEG/.TIFF/.BPM | Adobe .PDF/.AI/.PNG/.JPEG/.TIFF/.BPM |
Pros | Prints on cotton, prints on dark/black fabric, prints white ink, soft to the touch, photo quality images on fabric, easily customizable, intuitive design and printing program. | Quick, can be transferred onto most textiles, can be transferred onto dark fabrics, can be transferred onto stretchy fabric. | Quick, cheap, can be transferred onto a variety of surfaces. |
Cons | Expensive, pretreat can be tricky for beginners, can crack when stretched. | Powder can smudge ink, can be expensive, has a plastic feel once transferred. | Only works on polyester and specially coated objects, does not print white ink, only works on light or white substrates. |
Durability | Will slowly fade over time giving a soft "vintage" look. Lasts a long time if well taken care . | Durable, but the design may flake at the edges over time. | Durable, the design will be incorporated into the fabric and last as long as the substrate. |
Care Instructions | Wait 24-48 hours before washing for design to cure. Wash and dry on gentle cycles, inside out. | Wait 24-48 hours before washing for design to cure. Wash and dry on gentle cycles, inside out. | Wash and dry on gentle cycles, inside out. |
¶ Acceptable Materials:
Polyester
¶ Use with Caution and Proper Technique:
50/50 cotton/poly blend
¶ FORBIDDEN MATERIALS :
100% cotton
Bamboo
Hemp
Wool
Leather
Linen
Nylon
Rayon
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
• Sturdy, close-toed shoes must be worn at all times for traction and stability.
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SureColor F570 User's Guide PDF
SureColor F570 User's Guide Interactive Site
Epson Print Academy Video Tutorials
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