The production process for sublimation tumblers typically involves the following steps:
- Preparation: The stainless steel tumbler is cleaned and prepared for the sublimation printing process. This may involve applying a special coating to the surface of the tumbler to help the ink adhere during printing.
- Printing: The design or image is printed onto a special transfer paper using sublimation ink. The transfer paper is then placed onto the surface of the tumbler and secured in place with heat-resistant tape.
- Heat transfer: The tumbler and transfer paper are placed into a heat press machine and heated to a high temperature for a specific amount of time. This process causes the ink on the transfer paper to sublimate, or turn into a gas, and bond with the surface of the tumbler.
- Cooling and finishing: After the heat transfer process is complete, the tumbler is removed from the heat press and allowed to cool. The transfer paper is then removed, revealing the permanent, high-quality print on the surface of the tumbler. The tumbler may then be polished or coated with a protective layer to enhance its durability and appearance.
Overall, the sublimation printing process allows for highly detailed, full-color designs to be printed onto the surface of sublimation tumblers, resulting in a unique and durable finished product.
