Sublimating an 11"x14" Metal Sign

[@beckywilliams9953]

Where can you get the steel blanks from or aluminum blanks and dome? Could you demonstrate how you put magnets on them?

[@user-mh7pm4eo2m]

Hey! Do you have any tutorial on everything? Like how to print the sublimation paper until the end where magnets are putted? I appreciate it. Your videos are great!

[@akib532]

thickness of the aluminum piece is 1mm

[@BruceLeef]

Thanks for sharing... What type of printer is needed for sublimation?

[@bmoviebloodbath]

Excellent video! I don’t know anything really about these machines but I’m thinking of getting one. Can this machine also do T shirts? Do you need an inlet printer for the transfer? Any recommendation on the brand or model of the machine? Thanks in advance!

[@steve57669298]

Way cool!

[@TheBinklemNetwork]

subscribed for the name of the channel...

[@RandomJedi]

Wow, that’s really cool

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

I made this one for someone you know. I could send one to you too

[@RandomJedi]

That would be cool, i think i know who you made it for 😜

[@wellingtongodoi3877]

@@toooldtobegaming8868 hey friend, i would like to ask you about the aluminum plate! I didnt found the plate to buy in Brazil. Do you know where can i buy ? Do you have email? Thank you 😁

[@selder03]

I see the twmp was at 400. What about time? And pressure?

[@lukastadeu3540]

Qual o tipo da chapa de alumínio eu uso ? E qual a espessura da chapa devo usar . Ou se tem a chapa específico. Obrigado

[@jenniferlove4047]

Where can I find the picture you used? I love this picture!

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

It was a scan from a vintage post card. I'm not sure I can find it.

[@giokaios]

Hey great video, if I don't have a sublimation printer can I just order it from somewhere with my custom designs?

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

Hustle Ninjas did a great walkthrough of a place I like to use kzbin.info/www/bejne/gp6ThnWVjKuUn80

[@rjon8253]

Looks good. What type of machine are you printing on?

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

That was done with an Epson WF-7210 with Cosmos Ink

[@rxgaming3105]

sir please ask me how to order this machine

[@ckgw9461]

I am getting a white area on the edge where the tape was on the metal sign, but not under each piece of tape. Can anyone help me as to what is causing the problem? I have ruined so many 10" and 11" signs. If anyone can help, I will love you forever!

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

Have you tried letting the sign cool for a while before removing the paper?

[@brunolopessantos453]

Great! Can you say what metal is this?

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

shop.jdsindustries.com/main.php?r=FtyvDkhdGokEEuGwAcBtjesgetpoFpFDeouDGBjAaBmyklDFoFyxxCzqiGvzqsykdmGwexcizyEDhiogpGqscAziCsagpzyrigvFfdEflheChyhdriuhFbppGlrft&view=search&homePage=YES&doGetSearch=UN5955&fuzzySearch=UN5955&qtyOrdered=0&start=1&end=15

[@AJHA174]

It looks fantastic... What temperature have you set for printing?

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

I think the press was 400F.

[@day2dayshorts559]

Nice

[@krittle82]

Can this be outside? Will it wash away

[@James_Baggott]

Can you theoretically print on both sides? Walgreens, Shutterfly, etc. don't seem to offer that as an option and that's what I need. Also, when you talked about magnetizing, you can actually magnetize the whole plate? When I went to Walgreens, I noticed that their "metal" photos didn't stick to my neodymium magnets so I'd love to figure out how to magnetize them. Thanks!

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

Any time you reheat a sublimated product, the image fades. Since you would have to heat the plate twice, your image quality would suffer quite a bit. I would not recommend it. These are just metal signs, not aluminum, so I'm able to stick a magnet to the wall, then the plate sticks to the magnet.

[@James_Baggott]

@toooldtobegaming8868 I'm happy to hear about the magnet working. I'm just trying to print simple calendar days with no real images. I'd take the risk but nobody seems to do it :(

[@selder03]

Amazing results! Do you suggest a clear coat after?

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

Thank you. Clear coat hasn't been needed. They are pretty durable.

[@gauravsaini9139]

How to stick it to the wall using magnet? Could you please explain that?

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

We use Cup Magnets and Command Strips. Stick the cup magnet to the wall with a command strip and put your picture on it. My son has several hung up in his room, and they never move.

[@gauravsaini9139]

@@toooldtobegaming8868 but how would aluminium sheet stick to magnets?

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

@@gauravsaini9139 These aren't aluminum. They're steel

[@jeremyfabrega28]

Out of curiosity, why do you press the panel upside down with the sublimation paper below the panel? Why dont you press it with the paper on top so the heat penetrates directly from the paper onto the panel? Ive seen this in many videos, just wanted to know the reason why many people do it this way...Thank you!!!

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

I get more consistent results this way. I think it heats the metal more evenly. I tend to get light and dark spots the other way.

[@ninoslayerboy6792]

what type of paper did you use

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

A-Sub 125

[@jonathanmcrae5308]

where do you get the blank tins

[@cabcabs3278]

Coastal business supplies.

[@Dontunechi]

what is the thickness of the aluminum sheet you used??

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

The tin is a little under 1mm thick

[@gbuilds2667]

What’s a good place to get the metal signs?

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

I'm using 11" x 14" Unisub White Steel Panel with Radius Corners from JDS Industries in this video. I recommend looking around locally for a small powder coating shop to partner with that can shoot poly coating. It will give you a lot more options on material, sizes, and shapes, plus it's always nice to toss business to your community.

[@ruskiryan2398]

Where can I find that picture to download ?

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

That was a scan of a vintage post card. Unfortunately, I'm unable to find it now.

[@thehindnews9025]

Sir , what's the name of your printer

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

Epson ET-15000

[@TheGaryNinja]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Where do you buy the aluminum sheets from? Are they pre-treated already and ready to transfer straight on to it?

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

These are from JDS Industries. SKU: UN5955 11" x 14" Unisub White Steel Panel with Radius Corners

[@tyramitchell7999]

What kind of press is that?

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

Hix 25 Twin

[@brendenfullmer1052]

I hear with sublimation that you need a coat of polyester for it to stick to. How come you're able to do it on metal?

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

These are already coated.

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

I use these shop.jdsindustries.com/main.php?r=FtyvDkhdGokEEuGwAcBtjesgetpoFpFDeouDGBjAaBmyklDFoFyxxCzqiGvzqsykdmGwexcizyEDhiogpGqscAziCsagpzyrigvFfdEflheChyhdriuhFbppGlrft&view=search&homePage=YES&doGetSearch=UN5955&fuzzySearch=UN5955&qtyOrdered=0&start=1&end=15

[@Bobster986]

Where do you get the 11 x 17 signs from. Thanks.

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

They're actually 11x14 shop.jdsindustries.com/main.php?r=FtyvDkhdGokEEuGwAcBtjesgetpoFpFDeouDGBjAaBmyklDFoFyxxCzqiGvzqsykdmGwexcizyEDhiogpGqscAziCsagpzyrigvFfdEflheChyhdriuhFbppGlrft&view=search&homePage=YES&doGetSearch=UN5955&fuzzySearch=UN5955&qtyOrdered=0&start=1&end=15

[@Matson27]

What machine are u using?

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

My heat press is a Hix 25 Twin.

[@MayIOwnYou]

Where can I buy these please??

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

Are you wanting to buy the blanks or the completed signs? I can help you either way

[@MayIOwnYou]

@@toooldtobegaming8868 blanks please n thank you

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

​@@MayIOwnYou JDS Industries The link I had to the ones I was using in this video doesn't work anymore, but they have a pretty large selection of sizes still. browse.jdsindustries.com/main.php?r=frontEnd&view=front&jds-category1=2&jds-category1-desc=Sublimation+Materials+%26amp%3B+Supplies&jds-category2=125&jds-category2-desc=Sublimatable+Metal+and+Sheet+Stock

[@MayIOwnYou]

@@toooldtobegaming8868 appreciate it‼️

[@oopslvl6486]

hey man, looking to get into this, but im curious where to start. do you have any recommendations as far as equipment goes?

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

There are some inexpensive starter kits on Amazon. Also, keep an eye on Craigslist and eBay. A lot of people are getting out of this and going back to their regular jobs.

[@yourmomma6909]

Do you do coaching

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

I would really like to, but I have a Chiari Malformation, which is a fancy way of saying my brain is falling out of my head, which has made me less than reliable. It's the main reason I haven't made any more video's.

[@yourmomma6909]

@@toooldtobegaming8868 I am sorry to hear that hope you get better soon

[@megapint8598]

So sorry about your medical problem. A nightmare to live with I am sure. I came across your video because I am starting up a business where it would be better if I bought the coating myself and sprayed it on the metal I shaped myself as nobody sells blanks the dimensions and shape I am looking for. I was wondering if you might be able to guide me with specific phrases and products to Google for and buy. Like .. before aluminum is sprayed with the coating does it need to be prepped in any way and would you happen to know what this poly powder thing is called specifically. Sorry I am such a novice at this. Am watching a thousand KZbin videos trying to figure out what I need to do to start my business. Best of luck with your medical situation. I feel bad you're dealing with that.

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

@@megapint8598 I don't have a lot of info on the process, but I have watched several videos on it. Do a search for sublimation powder coating process, and it should be a good start. From what I have found out about it, spend a little extra upfront for your equipment, and it could save you a lot of money in materials later. Good luck on your new venture, and thank you for the kind words. Hopefully, I'll be back soon.

[@megapint8598]

@@toooldtobegaming8868 Thanks a million for your advice! I look forward to seeing you bounce back soon with the best of health :)

[@chrislewis3322]

Does the pic scratch at all?

[@chrislewis3322]

Also can you lift the printed part when its cold or does it have to be hot

[@toooldtobegaming8868]

@@chrislewis3322 The metal signs are typically powder coated with the poly coating, so it's pretty durable. I've had better success letting the metal cool a bit before lifting away from the paper. I've had some instances where the metal wasn't fully cooled, and I could see the metal lightening where it would have been darker if I would have left it alone a little longer.

[@chrislewis3322]

@@toooldtobegaming8868 Legend cheers