What heat transfer temperature does Vivid Sublimation 1L require?

It requires 180–200°C depending on the substrate — ceramic mugs typically need a slightly higher temperature than polyester fabric.

Can Vivid Sublimation 1L be used on cotton?

No — sublimation inks only bond with polyester fibers or polyester-coated surfaces. Cotton fabric requires at least 65% polyester content for viable sublimation results.

How wash-resistant are prints made with Vivid Sublimation 1L?

Sublimation dye becomes permanently embedded in the substrate during heat transfer, making prints wash-permanent and resistant to fading over time.

Sublimation Inks

Vivid Sublimation 1L Ink Review: High-Vibrancy CMYK Sublimation Ink for Polyester Fabrics and Hard Substrates

Vivid Sublimation 1L delivers intense color output and excellent heat stability for dye-sublimation printing — a reliable choice for apparel, promotional products, and personalized gifts.

October 20255 min read

Quick Summary

Available in CMYK in convenient 1-liter bottles for small to mid-volume sublimation shops
Heat-stable formula for sublimation at 180–200°C on polyester fabric and hard substrates
Vibrant color output that is wash-permanent — dye embeds into fabric fibers
Well-suited for mugs, plates, polyester apparel, and personalized promotional products

Vivid Sublimation Ink 1L — vibrant CMYK dye-sub ink in convenient 1-liter bottles.

Vivid Sublimation Ink: Reliable Color for Dye-Sublimation Printing

Vivid Sublimation 1L is a dye-sublimation ink designed for use in sublimation printing workflows — printing onto transfer paper, then heat-pressing the image onto polyester-coated substrates. The ink converts from solid dye to gas at high temperature, permanently dyeing the substrate’s coating for vibrant, fade-resistant results.

Available in CMYK in convenient 1-liter bottles, Vivid Sublimation ink is well-suited for small to mid-volume sublimation operations producing custom apparel, promotional products, mugs, and personalized gifts.

Specifications

Property	Detail
Ink Type	Dye Sublimation
Available Colors	Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black
Volume	1 Liter
Compatible Substrates	Polyester fabric, ceramic mugs, plates, aluminum
Heat Transfer Temp	180–200°C (substrate dependent)
Washability	Color embedded in fabric fibers — wash-permanent

Key Features

Vibrant Color Output

High dye concentration delivers vivid, saturated colors on polyester substrates — bright pop of color essential for custom apparel and promotional products.

Heat-Stable Chemistry

Stable sublimation chemistry ensures color accuracy during the heat transfer process — no color shift or off-tone output at proper sublimation temperatures.

Broad Substrate Range

Works on polyester fabric, ceramic mugs, sublimation-coated aluminum, phone cases, and other polyester-coated hard substrates.

Wash-Permanent Results

Sublimation dye becomes part of the substrate — not a surface coating. Fabric prints are wash-permanent and will not crack, peel, or fade with washing.

Verdict

Strengths

Vibrant, saturated color output on polyester and coated substrates
Heat-stable — reliable color reproduction during sublimation transfer
Wash-permanent — dye embedded into substrate fibers
1L format is practical for small to mid-volume sublimation shops

Considerations

Only works on polyester or polyester-coated substrates — not for 100% cotton
Requires sublimation printer + heat press — not compatible with all printers

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