Full Version: Could this be dye sublimation?

From: John (ICTJOHN) [#17]
9 Sep 2005
To: David (SEETHESUNRISE) [#16] 9 Sep 2005

David,

Do not use painters tape as a mask for lasering, it does not hold well and the paint will seep underneath and make a mess. One of the better materials to use is vinyl applicator tape. it kind of looks like masking tape but has a smoother finish. It is used to transfer vinyl graphics onto banners and such.

Also, when color filling - let the paint dry - not just to the touch, but dry completly or the paint will peel right back out with the tape.

From: David (SEETHESUNRISE) [#18]
9 Sep 2005
To: John (ICTJOHN) [#17] 9 Sep 2005

Thanks for the advice. Where do I get this vinyl applicator tape. A sign supply store?

From: John (ICTJOHN) [#19]
9 Sep 2005
To: David (SEETHESUNRISE) [#18] 9 Sep 2005

Yes, I think places like Laserbits (they call it Paper Mask) have it as well.

From: Engravin' Dave (DATAKES) [#20]
9 Sep 2005
To: David (SEETHESUNRISE) [#19] 9 Sep 2005

David,

Specialty Tapes offers it as well.

From: David (SEETHESUNRISE) [#21]
9 Sep 2005
To: Engravin' Dave (DATAKES) [#20] 9 Sep 2005

Thanks. I just went to a local sign supply store to pick it up. We'll see if that makes it better.

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