When we use the large format sublimation printer, we may encounter the problem that the dye subliamation transfer ink becomes sticky. In fact, this is related to temperature.When we use it in the summer, it’s not going to happen. It’s usually happens when the temperature drops in winter.So why the sublimation printing ink becoms thicker? Let's analyze it in detail.
Why sublimation inks become thicker?
Low temperatures are an external factor which the become heat transfer sublimation inks thicker in winter.It is a physical phenomenon that ink thickens under the influence of temperature, but it is the form, not the essence (the basic properties of ink) that changes.
The sublimation printer ink is too thick and has a high viscosity. Do not use thinner or varnish to adjust its consistency.
Because when the user needs to adjust the ink, ink manufacturers produced by the original ink can accommodate the total amount of various additives is limited.If the limit is exceeded, even if it can be used, the basic performance of the ink is weakened, which affects the print quality.In addition, the viscosity and consistency of the ink are related, and here refers to its nature rather than its phenomenon.
The ink thickening caused by the temperature of the printer can be solved by the following methods:
(1) Use boiling water for external heating in case of emergency,the specific method is to pour the boiling water into the basin, and then put the original barrel (box) ink in the water.However, it is necessary to prevent the water vapor immersing, and take it out when the water temperature drops to about 27 °C and open the lid and mix well to use.The temperature of the workshop should be kept at around 27 °C.
(2) Put the original sublimation transfer ink on the radiator or next to the heater, and slowly warm it up to gradually return to its original state.
When using the printer, we should pay attention to the temperature around the machine so that my printer can be used more smoothly.