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Vacuum Press VS Heated Roller
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[QUOTE="Rob Markoff, post: 1015909, member: 424"] Re: "imperfect" mounts with a heat press: Here are some things to do that might help: 1. Use a siliconized cover board instead of cover sheets. You may have to increase dwell time. A cover board can also be wiped down (or a DRS can be used on them). 2. Use a DRS roller (also works great for roller laminators) [URL]http://www.drytac.com/drs-roller.html[/URL] I don't know why this tool is not better promoted. All the pro finishing companies use them. I have one and it works! Try wiping down a substrate with a rag and or foxtail brush and then going over it with a DRS - you will be amazed at how much debris are left on the surface by the rag/brush. Please don't give me the "but it's SO EXPENSIVE" line. We are supposed to be professionals and we should have the tools to do a professional job. 3. If you mount on Gator, (or any rigid substrate) use a Gator Scraper before using a DRS roller. [URL]http://www.drytac.com/gator-scrapertm-1.html[/URL] Gator Scrapers are on sale at Drytac. 4. Use the right combination of substrate and adhesive along with the proper amount of heat and dwell time. Certain adhesives bond as they heat. Others bond as they cool. With adhesives that bond as they cool, it is imperative that the mounted items are cooled under weight. The best weight is also a heat sink that will more quickly absorb heat -(i.e. a large piece of plate glass). 5. Not all substrates and adhesive combinations work as well as others. With so many things being ink-jet printed, the lowest temperature possible is your best option. The higher the temperature, the greater the chance for warp. 6. Kool Tac makes a variety of pre-coated substrates using combinations of adhesive/substrate that will customize a mount. 7. The best pre-coated board I have used to date is Mount Cor by Gilman. 8. Chris Pashke's book is an invaluable reference, even if you have "been doing this a long time." You want the THIRD edition (with the green cover). [/QUOTE]
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