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15/09/2025
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Lorenzo de Jongh

Welke sublimatiemethode sluit het beste aan bij jouw productiebehoeften: een hittepers of een convectieoven met krimpfolie?

"When evaluating sublimation solutions for drink bottles, you have two principal options: a heat press or a convection oven. Both methods ensure outstanding print quality and durability. Read on to determine which approach best aligns with your production objectives."

In our experience, there are three established methods for sublimating drink bottles:

  1. Convection Mug Oven
  2. Dedicated Bottle Press
  3. Multipurpose Mug Press

Note: Oven-based sublimation requires shrink film, available in three sizes.

Compact Footprint for Flexible Layouts

The heat press features a minimal footprint and effortless mobility—ideal for facilities with limited space or changing production lines. In contrast, convection ovens necessitate a fixed installation due to their larger dimensions.

Scalable for High-Volume Production

Convection ovens can process multiple bottles simultaneously—up to 15 units per cycle—making them the preferred choice for large-scale runs. Heat presses handle one bottle at a time, which is better suited to smaller batch sizes.

Efficient Cycle Times with Heat Presses

Heat presses complete a sublimation cycle in approximately 70 seconds. Oven-based workflows—including film application—require 3–6 minutes per cycle, depending on material (e.g., stainless steel vs. aluminum). Additionally, oven processes involve two extra handling steps: applying the shrink film and removing it while hot.

For a comprehensive, step-by-step procedure, refer to our guide: DIY: Sublimating Drinking Bottles.

Enhanced Versatility for Diverse Shapes

Convection ovens accommodate a broad range of bottle sizes and shapes—such as our stainless-steel wine glass—thanks to shrink film. Conversely, press systems require diameter-specific adjustments for each bottle type.

Important: Bottles with plastic components (e.g., our 500 ml Sublimation Thermos Bottle) are not suitable for oven sublimation but can be processed with a heat press.

For expert guidance on selecting the optimal sublimation method for your operations, please contact us at office@technotape.com. Our team is here to support you.

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Lorenzo de Jongh

Als grafisch ontwerper bij Technotape maak ik webshopvisuals, socialmediacontent, producttemplates, beursmonsters en alle andere merkgerelateerde ontwerpen. Ik zorg ervoor dat elk contactmoment onze identiteit weerspiegelt en onze B2B-doelgroep activeert.