Temperature Control | Sublimation on ceramics, heat transfers | - Industry: Manual thermostat (200°C max)
- Base: Digital control (220°C▲) (ideal for polyester)
- Advanced: PID (250°C▲▲) (ceramic sublimation)
| Base allows higher temps for polyester; Advanced ensures precise heat for delicate items | Industry lacks precision; Base requires manual adjustment; Advanced is costly |
Pressure System | High-volume production | - Industry: Lever-based (operator skill needed)
- Base: Manual pressure (consistent▲) (easier learning)
- Advanced: Pneumatic (automated▲▲) (reduces fatigue)
| Advanced reduces operator fatigue; Base is cost-effective | Industry requires training; Advanced has higher maintenance |
Plate Size | Large garment customization | - Industry: 35x55cm (basic)
- Base: 40x60cm▲ (standard t-shirts)
- Advanced: 45x65cm▲▲ (hoodies/posters)
| Base fits most t-shirts; Advanced handles large items | All limited by plate size; Advanced needs more space |
Material Compatibility | Diverse substrates | - Industry: Cotton only (limited)
- Base: Cotton/polyester▲ (expanded fabrics)
- Advanced: Ceramics/wood▲▲ (custom mugs/plaques)
| Advanced expands application range; Base handles common fabrics | Industry restricts creativity; Advanced needs specialized inks |
Safety Features | Commercial environments | - Industry: Basic auto shut-off (prevents overheating)
- Base: EPR packaging▲ (EU compliance)
- Advanced: Dual sensors▲▲ (enhanced protocols)
| Advanced enhances safety; Base meets EU standards | Industry risks overheating; Advanced adds cost |
Portability | Home/small business use | - Industry: Heavy steel (hard to move)
- Base: Foldable legs▲ (reduces storage)
- Advanced: Collapsible▲▲ (easy transport)
| Advanced saves space; Base improves mobility | Industry bulky; Advanced requires assembly |