Sublimation Printers

Which sublimation printer is best for making tumblers?

Best Sublimation Printer for Tumblers  Epson F170

The Epson F170 prints a max sheet size of 8x14. This size is large enough to make full-wrap sublimation templates for most tumblers and smaller items like coasters, pens and pouches. The Epson F170 is our top-selling sublimation printer, and with good reason. It's compact, easy to set-up and prints up to 8.5” x 14” - large enough to print full wrap transfers on most MakerFlo sublimation tumblers. 

Which is the best sublimation printer for beginners?

Best Sublimation Printer for Beginners Epson F170

The best sublimation printer for your business will depend on:

• What you plan to make (tumblers vs. apparel)
• How much you want to invest or spend on your initial sublimation printer investment
• How much space you have

Both the Epson F170 and Epson F570 come with support and tools that make them great for beginners, but most users will find that the Epson F170 is the best sublimation printer for beginners.

• Price Epson F170 gets your sublimation business started with a lower investment.
  
• Compact size for desktop printing.
  
• Prints 8.5 x 14 large enough to sublimate a wide variety of items from tumblers to coasters
  
• Easy set-up and software included
  
• Epson sublimation ink is less expensive, than other sublimation printers, saving money over time.
  

Which sublimation printer is best for t shirts and apparel?

Best Sublimation Printer for Apparel  Epson F570 Pro

While the Epson F170 can print up to 8.5" x 14", larger transfers for t-shirts, oversized apparel, or “all-over” designs may require a bigger printer. The Epson F570 Pro is ideal If you’re shopping for sublimation printers for apparel, signs, and banner printing businesses.

Key features of the F570 Pro:

• Prints up to 24” wide on rolls up to 100’ long
  
• Advanced software for precise color matching
  
• Suitable for apparel, drinkware, home décor, signage, flags, and banners
  
• High-speed print and layout options for efficiency

Does MakerFlo offer sublimation printer bundles?

Yes! Our bundles save you time and money by including blanks, supplies, and heat equipment. All printers are brand new and come with Epson’s 1-year warranty plus setup support from MakerFlo.

Find sublimation printer bundle options for the Epson F170 or Epson F570 Pro

What's a large format sublimation printer?

A large format sublimation printer prints larger designs for items like banners, oversized apparel, and home décor. The Epson F570 Pro is considered a large-format printer, offering:

• Print width up to 24"
  
• Print lengths of 36”–48” depending on roll size
  
• High-quality resolution up to 1200x2400 dpi
  

Large-format printers allow you to expand your product offerings and fulfill larger custom orders.

What heat press or bake equipment will I need?

For tumblers and cylindrical items:

• MakerFlo Sublimation Oven — bakes up to twelve 20oz skinny tumblers at once
  
• Tumbler Press or Mug Press — smaller volume or single-item printing
  

For flat items (coasters, tags, pouches, wind spinners):

• Flat Heat Press MakerFlo Flat Heat Press is 15x15 and features automatic pressure system
• Mini Sublimation Heat Press with 5” x 7” plate, portable
  

For larger items (apparel, banners, home décor):

• 16” x 20” heat press or larger, depending on your project size

Why buy from MakerFlo?

• Authorized Epson reseller with full printer setup support
• Free shipping on orders $99+
• Finance printers with Sezzle, Afterpay or ShopPay
• 26,000+ verified customer reviews
• Everyday low prices on tumblers and blanks
• Bulk savings: 20% off tumblers & blanks by the case, 10% off 25 mix-and-match tumblers and blanks
• Access to 44,000+ members in the Facebook Makers Group
• Free weekly live broadcasts every Tuesday
• Gift-ready packaging, logo-free blanks, sublimation design templates and business resources
• Earn and redeem points with Flo Rewards