停止褪色！7个原因导致您的升华色彩暗淡（以及如何修复它们）
Utworzono 10.16
That frustrating fade from vibrant to vapid is a common sublimation headache. But fear not, it's almost always a fixable issue.
Let's dive into the 7 most common reasons your sublimation colors are dull and exactly how to fix them.
msgid "The Heat Press Pressure Problem: Too Little Squeeze" msgstr "热压机压力问题：压力不足"
The Reason: Sublimation requires intense, even pressure to force the solid ink particles deep into the pores of the polymer-coated substrate. If the pressure is too light, the transfer is incomplete. The ink doesn't fully penetrate, resulting in a patchy, faded, and dull image.
The Fix:
- The Quarter Test: Close your heat press with your substrate and carrier sheet in place. Try to slide a quarter between the top platen and the sheet. You should feel significant resistance. If it slides easily, you need more pressure.
- ``` Adjust Your Press: Most heat presses have a adjustable pressure knob. Increase it in small increments and re-test. ```
- Even Surface: 确保您的加热板和下垫完全平行。一个摇晃或磨损的垫子可能会产生不均匀的压力点。
msgid "The Temperature Tango: Too Hot or Too Cold" msgstr "温度探戈：太热还是太冷"
The Reason: 温度是升华的引擎。太低，墨水无法完全气化，导致转印效果不佳。太高，则可能会“烧毁”墨水或基材，造成发黄或焦糊、暗淡的外观。
The Fix:
- Invest in an Infrared Thermometer: Your press's digital display can be inaccurate. Use a IR gun to check the actual surface temperature of your platen.
- Find the Sweet Spot: For most polyester fabrics and coated hardboards, this is between 380°F - 400°F (193°C - 204°C). Always refer to your substrate and ink manufacturer's guidelines.
- Run a Temperature Test: Print a small, colorful test image and press it at 5°F increments (e.g., 380°, 385°, 390°). Compare the results to find your ideal setting.
msgid "3. The Timing Trouble: Rushing the Process" msgstr "3. 时间问题：急于求成"
The Reason: El proceso de sublimación no es instantáneo. La tinta necesita un suficiente "tiempo de permanencia" bajo calor y presión para convertirse completamente de sólido a gas e infundirse en el material. Acelerar este paso significa que solo parte de la tinta se transfiere.
The Fix:
- Start with 45-60 Seconds: 对于大多数杯子和小型织物来说，这是一个不错的起点。
- Adjust for Size & Material: Larger items (like full-size shirts or blankets) and thicker substrates (like ceramic tiles) often require longer times—sometimes up to 90 seconds.
- Time from the Top: Start your timer only when the heat press has fully closed and recovered to the set temperature.
``` msgid "4. The Paper & Ink Paradox: Mismatched or Low-Quality Supplies" msgstr "4. 纸张与墨水的悖论：不匹配或低质量的耗材" ```
The Reason: This is a non-negotiable. Sublimation paper is specially coated to hold the ink in place just enough before releasing it all at once under heat. Using the wrong paper (like regular copy paper) or non-sublimation ink means the transfer will fail, leaving you with a faint, dull ghost of an image.
The Fix:
- ``` msgid "Always Use Sublimation-Specific Paper: Not only good Brands, but also the truly excellent performance it shows." msgstr "始终使用专用升华纸：不仅是好的品牌，还有它所展现的真正卓越的性能。" ```
- msgid "Never Mix and Match Inks: Use the ink brand designed for your specific printer model." msgstr "永远不要混合使用墨水：使用为您的特定打印机型号设计的墨水品牌。"
- Store Paper Properly: Keep it in its original bag, sealed from humidity, which can ruin the coating.
``` msgid "5. The Substrate Sabotage: It's Not Made for This" msgstr "5. 基材破坏：这不是为此而制作的" ```
The Reason: Sublimation only works on polymer-coated or polyester materials. The gasified ink bonds to the polymers. If you're trying to press on 100% cotton, untreated wood, or uncoated ceramic, the ink has nothing to bond to and will simply wash off or appear extremely faded.
The Fix:
- ``` msgid "Know Your Materials: For fabrics, look for 100% polyester or high-polyester blends (the higher the percentage, the brighter the colors). For hard goods, they must be explicitly labeled \"sublimation-ready\" or have a polymer coating." msgstr "了解您的材料：对于面料，寻找100%聚酯纤维或高聚酯混合物（百分比越高，颜色越鲜艳）。对于硬质商品，必须明确标注为“可升华”或具有聚合物涂层。" ```
- Use Subli-Coating Sprays: For materials like cotton, wood, or slate, you can use a special spray to apply a polymer coating yourself. This works, but results are often less durable than on true sublimation blanks.
6. La amenaza de la humedad: La humedad es el enemigo
The Reason: Moisture is the arch-nemesis of a clean transfer. If there's humidity trapped between your paper and substrate when the heat hits, it turns to steam. This steam can displace the ink gas, causing blurring, "ghosting," and a washed-out look.
The Fix:
- ``` Pre-Press Religiously: Always pre-press your substrate for 3-5 seconds before the actual transfer. This drives off any hidden moisture. ```
- Store in a Dry Place: Keep your blanks and paper in a low-humidity environment.
- ``` msgid "Consider Your Climate: If you live in a very humid area, a dehumidifier in your workspace can make a world of difference." msgstr "考虑您的气候：如果您居住在一个非常潮湿的地区，在您的工作空间中使用除湿机可以带来巨大的不同。" ```
msgid "7. The Ghost in the Machine: Printer Settings & Color Management" msgstr "7. 机器中的幽灵：打印机设置与颜色管理"
The Reason: If your printer is set to "Plain Paper" mode or a "Draft" quality setting, it's not laying down enough ink for a proper transfer. The image might look great on paper, but it lacks the ink density needed to become vibrant when sublimated.
The Fix:
- ``` msgid "Use the Correct ICC Profile: This is the most advanced but crucial fix. An ICC profile is a custom color recipe that tells your printer exactly how to mix the ink to get the truest colors on your specific substrate. Download and install the correct profile for your printer/ink/paper combination." msgstr "使用正确的ICC配置文件：这是最先进但至关重要的修复。ICC配置文件是一个自定义颜色配方，它告诉您的打印机如何混合墨水，以在您的特定基材上获得最真实的颜色。下载并安装适合您的打印机/墨水/纸张组合的正确配置文件。" ```
- ``` msgid "Adjust Print Settings: In your printer dialogue box, always select:" msgstr "调整打印设置：在您的打印机对话框中，请始终选择：" ```
- ``` msgid "Print Quality: High or Best Photo" msgstr "打印质量：高或最佳照片" ```
- Color Mode: Off (No Color Adjustment) or ICM (if using a profile).
Your Quick-Check Dull Color Checklist:
- Pressure: Did the quarter test.
- Temperature: Verificado con un termómetro IR.
- Time: Non affrettarsi; tempismo corretto.
- Paper & Ink: 使用高质量、匹配的升华材料。
- Substrate: Es poliéster o recubierto de polímero.
- Moisture: Pre-pressed the blank.
- ``` msgid "Print Settings: Using the correct media type, high quality, and ICC profile." msgstr "打印设置：使用正确的介质类型、高质量和ICC配置文件。" ```
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Stop the fade and start making brilliant, lasting sublimation projects. Happy pressing
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