How to Use Dye Sublimation Inks in Ink Jet Printer
The difference between dye sublimation ink and common dye-based ink is that the ink goes from a solid state to a gaseous state. The medium for dye sublimation has a unique coating to keep the ink preserved. This creates higher quality blends than others made by fine dots which come from an inkjet printer.
Supplies:
- Epson R1400 printer
- USB cable
- Dye sublimation ink cartridges
- Optional: sublimation paper, dye sublimation continuous ink system
- Epson utility software
- Sublimation ink color management utility
- Put in the Epson utility software and sublimation ink color management software on the computer.
- Put the USB cable in the corresponding slots on the printer and the computer in order to connect them. After that, plug the printer power cord in the outlet.
- Open up the printer lid and replace the ink cartridges in the Epson printer with the right dye sublimation ink cartridges. Be sure the cartridges fit into the slots and lock into place. They are secure when there is a loud "click."
- Turn on the printer to power on the Epson printer utility. Pick the function to clean the printer head, which ensures the ink goes into the print heads.
- Put the sublimation printer in the printer tray. After that, print a test page to see if the printer is working properly. At this point, you are finished. Using dye sublimation inks in an inkjet printer is a great way to maximize the results. In now knowing how to do it, it will be even easier the next time.