Temperature Control | T-shirt Printing, Mug Customization | Industry Standard: 300–350°F (basic analog control) Our Base: 300–400°F (digital, ±5°F accuracy) Our Advanced: 300–450°F (digital, ±1°F precision) | ▲ Base: Wider range for sublimation fabrics. ▲ Advanced: Precision for delicate materials like ceramics. | Industry Standard: Limited to basic materials. Advanced: Higher energy consumption. |
Pressure Adjustment | Delicate Fabrics, Thick Materials | Industry Standard: Manual (0–40 PSI) Our Base: Adjustable (0–50 PSI, ASTM D695) Our Advanced: Auto-adjust (0–60 PSI, ISO 9001) | ▲ Base: Handles heavier materials. ▲ Advanced: Consistent pressure for large batches. | Base: Requires manual calibration. Advanced: Slower setup for small runs. |
Plate Type | Versatile Projects | Industry Standard: Single-purpose plate (e.g., heat transfer) Our Base: Sublimation + Flatbed Our Advanced: All-in-one (sublimation, heat transfer, flatbed) | ▲ Base: Dual-use for T-shirts and mouse pads. ▲ Advanced: Reduces equipment costs for multi-project studios. | Industry Standard: Limited to one material type. Advanced: Larger footprint. |
Automation Level | High-Volume Production | Industry Standard: Fully manual Our Base: Manual controls with timer Our Advanced: Auto-timer + temperature lock | ▲ Base: Reduces human error in timing. ▲ Advanced: Unattended operation for bulk orders. | Base: Requires operator presence. Advanced: Higher upfront cost. |
Safety Features | Commercial Workshops | Industry Standard: Basic warning labels Our Base: Safety lock + thermal fuse Our Advanced: Auto-shutoff + pressure release valve | ▲ Base: Prevents accidental burns. ▲ Advanced: Meets OSHA standards for industrial use. | Industry Standard: Higher risk of accidents. Advanced: Complex maintenance. |
Material Compatibility | Diverse Customization Needs | Industry Standard: Cotton only Our Base: Cotton, polyester, vinyl (285 GSM) Our Advanced: + Ceramics, glass, metal (ASTM D543 certified) | ▲ Base: Handles mixed-material projects. ▲ Advanced: Expands to premium items like phone cases. | Base: Struggles with delicate materials. Advanced: Requires specialized training. |