When done correctly, both printing methods will produce long-lasting prints that should neither fade nor crack, even with prolonged washing.
While it’s true that both printing methods have their individual benefits, there are a few key factors to consider when trying to decide whether dye sublimation or screen printing is best:
Size of the Order
This is usually the first thing you need to consider. Of course, the higher the volume, the more cost-effective it is going to be for screen printing. Because dye sublimation is a little more time-consuming, it is not the most practical solution for larger orders. So, for smaller orders, sublimation is likely going to be a better option. Most printers will have a minimum order quantity in place for their screen printing services as well.
Setup of the Job
One of the most significant limitations of screen printing is that only a single color can be applied to the substrate at any one time. There is also the added concern of the alignment of the different layers of color. As such, screen printing setup times can be extensive when there is more than one color involved.
On the other hand, with sublimation, there is no need to worry about the alignment of the individual colors as this process will print all of the colors at once. Designs can be more easily customized with this process, as you will only need to change the article work and print out a new transfer for the changes to take effect.
Choice of Materials
For some, this recent technology is a game-changer, and it can often either rule in, or rule out a specific printing process. Screen printing is the most versatile in terms of what you can print onto. With it, you can print onto virtually any type of material, in any location. However, with dye sublimation, this is typically suited to polyester or polyester mix materials that are either white or light in color.
Post time: May-23-2022