Mechanical and Dye Sub Presses

[CB Art & Framing]

Anyone know if it's possible to use a Mechanical Press (e.g. Seal) for dye sub transfers and if a Dye Sub Press can be used for mounting posters.

 

[framah]

Anyone know if it's possible to use a Mechanical Press (e.g. Seal) for dye sub transfers and if a Dye Sub Press can be used for mounting posters.

Wrong temperatures. The temps for dye sub transfers to tiles and such is around 300 degrees.

 

[Rhonda in MT]

Framah is correct. I checked this out myself, hoping to use our 24x36 Beinfang but no. Check out Conde for all sorts of Dye sub supplies, printers and presses. If you call ask for Keri. She is very helpful and knowledgeable.

 

[CB Art & Framing]

Thanks for the info. I guess I had hoped a mechanical art type mounting press temperature would go high enough.

 

[Rob Markoff]

Conversely, would any of the dye sub presses dial down to be cool enough for dry mounting?

 

[CB Art & Framing]

Conversely, would any of the dye sub presses dial down to be cool enough for dry mounting?

Good question.

 

[ArmyFramer]

I can get my press down to 100, and have used it for smaller items with out any issues.

 

[Rhonda in MT]

I looked over the GeoKnight we use for dyesub. You can get a lower temp so it would work. This one is a 20x25 and uses 220 power.

 

[CB Art & Framing]

Thanks for the input.
The reason I originally asked this question is I'm considering buying a Seal type mechanical press for mounting small posters/low value photo prints.
I have always used combo type Heat/Vacuum presses but due to budget and space constraints, thought this might be an option
I also want to experiment with some Dye Sub applications, again mainly flat art/poster/photo images mounts.
So I was hoping it might work for both. It looks like the Seal mechanical presses can go up to 350 degrees.