How to Convert an EcoTank Printer to Sublimation (Epson ET-8550 used for demo)

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  • @kathi3954
    @kathi3954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I definitely appreciate this video. I just bought the same printer and haven’t added ink yet. This helps me set my expectations of how the process will go. Thank you very much!

  • @mzdove1
    @mzdove1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your sense of humor. Thank you for the Video. This was extremely helpful. My ET 8550
    was just delivered and I delayed opening the box because I felt I would have problems with it as well. So I decided to research some more about potential issues and troubleshooting resolutions. So thank you so very much.

    • @DebbieDoesDesign
      @DebbieDoesDesign  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You’re welcome! I’m glad it was helpful! ❤️

  • @thierryhoornaert9950
    @thierryhoornaert9950 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I know it's confusing, but you have to go through the process of alligning the print heads. Do not skip that part. You have to choose the best looking alignment at every step.

  • @LaEscuelitadeMari
    @LaEscuelitadeMari 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for posting the video 😂 and thanks for sharing that uneasy part of something not working out on the first try! I’m thinking on purchasing this machine, I hope I have better luck because I’m not as patient as you are 😅 I love your sense of humor by the way ❤

  • @Radical81Genius
    @Radical81Genius 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for your video.! You gave me hope girl... Im in the same spot you are but i know nothing about any of this.. its my first printer... I was feeling so defeated and i wacthed your video you have no idea how much your video helped me

    • @DebbieDoesDesign
      @DebbieDoesDesign  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m so glad it helped! I love this printer. I’m sure you will too!

  • @kb47ny
    @kb47ny 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hello I just converted mind today and I ran into the same problems but before I seen this video. My instructions told me to let it sit for 24 hours before using it agai I would like to know. Did you ever figure out how to fix the problem? Thank you.

  • @mnkelley84
    @mnkelley84 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Same exact thing happened to me and now that I got that part figured out I need to try and figure out the ICC profile stuff bc my colors are not good especially when I press my tumblers

  • @kingso166
    @kingso166 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the super helpful video. I'm planning on buying this printer to do sublimation printing as well. I wanted to print something larger than 13' x 19", possibly 18" x 28" but not sure how to do it yet, and transfer it onto the fabric. Would you mind create a video on how to print something larger than the printer's largest default size?

    • @GraphicGin111
      @GraphicGin111 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just Tape two 13x19 sublimation papers together! Or use the poster setting in printer settings!❤

  • @sk8queen
    @sk8queen 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    On my Epson 7720, my nozzle checks never came out perfect but I saw a guy on here say the same thing. I went ahead and priinted on high quality setting anyway with no issues.

  • @RealtorLDixon
    @RealtorLDixon ปีที่แล้ว +1

    maybe its the ink and not the printer, mine came out great after following your video, by the way, your makeup looks amazing!!

    • @DebbieDoesDesign
      @DebbieDoesDesign  ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so glad it worked for you! And thank you on the makeup ❤️

  • @GraphicGin111
    @GraphicGin111 ปีที่แล้ว

    My wf7720 just crapped out on me and I upgraded to the et8550. 😅 I wish cosmo had a rushed 2 day shipping option😂 and bigger bottle options! I love cosmo ink

  • @shrondalockett5635
    @shrondalockett5635 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for not trashing the video because I am in the same position right now. Is there an update on how it is printing?

    • @DebbieDoesDesign
      @DebbieDoesDesign  ปีที่แล้ว

      It's printing great! It just needed to sit for a day.

  • @Stacy-Marie
    @Stacy-Marie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I hear Epson Sublimation ink is amazing. Is it possible to use Epson CMYK and Cosmos a photo Blk and gray?

  • @skydriver5709
    @skydriver5709 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I was thinking about trying this myself, but I had a couple questions. I know converting to sublimation ink voids the printer warranty, but does it also damage the printer head? I've heard some people say their printer needed a head replacement 3 times in 6 months, and another who said their printer head was fine after a year.
    My second question is what do I do about my images that contain white areas? Since there's no white ink and I'd be printing on film, I don't want the white areas to just become transparent, because the color of the fabric might throw off the way the image looks. Is there any way around that or is there something I don't know?

  • @Rionstone
    @Rionstone 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you think the prints are better quality because of the 8550 and the additional photo black and gray?

  • @tamcushknow319
    @tamcushknow319 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I have spent hours and hours trying to find the solution to why my BRAND NEW Epson ET-8550 converted printer will not print the blank ink. I have done print head cleaning and it looks fine but when I go to print a design there is no black ink in my design once printed. HELP!! I am totally clueless at this point. Also, did the printer purge sheet and the black is a mauve???ugh

    • @tamcushknow319
      @tamcushknow319 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I am converting to DTF, sorry

    • @Average-Al
      @Average-Al 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@tamcushknow319 What is DTF?

  • @user-vz8pb2fk5d
    @user-vz8pb2fk5d 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Could you see if the printer would do a 13inch x 23 inch print under custom size. If you could try it I would greatly appreciate it. thx

  • @rbradley527
    @rbradley527 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you have a video on clogged print heads for this printer?

  • @user-vz8pb2fk5d
    @user-vz8pb2fk5d 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I would not bother registering the printer. When you put dye sub ink in it immediatly cancels all warranties.

  • @rainjarden4650
    @rainjarden4650 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi there! Would you say this printer would do well with Cricut for vinyl stickers? I know that’s unrelated to your video but I can’t find too many folks who own this printer yet.

    • @DoubleDrastik
      @DoubleDrastik ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thats what i also wanna know tryna print waterproof stickers

  • @haneend716
    @haneend716 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey,
    So I bought this printer and watched your video. I did everything you did but my printer didn’t show me how to align it (that part of your video didn’t show up on my printer) so I just manually clicked on maintenance and clicked on print head nozzle check and every paper that came out was blank. Is there something wrong?

  • @rebeccajozefik7394
    @rebeccajozefik7394 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Do you have an update on this printer? How are your images printing now?

  • @rickcrump8832
    @rickcrump8832 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Debbie may I ask what printer settings you use for your Mac I am having problems getting mine set up I would sure appreciate it thank you very much. I am using Affinity Desiner

    • @DebbieDoesDesign
      @DebbieDoesDesign  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don’t use Affinity Designer so I won’t be much help there specifically, but I use cosmos ink color profile that came with my ink. And Premium Presentation Matte at high quality with high speed turned off.

  • @GraphicGin111
    @GraphicGin111 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did this printer take the full 70ml bottles of cosmo ink to fill up the tank?

  • @crisalida2008
    @crisalida2008 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks 4 video. Let me ask you, do you fill it in mode on or off?

  • @leeandrada4731
    @leeandrada4731 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Did you get the printer working now?

  • @nonnieknows
    @nonnieknows 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am having same issue. Horizontal lines evenly spaced. Did all the recommend cleanings etc. Still making lines.

    • @DebbieDoesDesign
      @DebbieDoesDesign  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How long ago did you set it up? I had to let mine sit overnight again and it has been good ever since.

    • @nonnieknows
      @nonnieknows 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DebbieDoesDesign bought a new computer. My old one was so old it wouldn’t update. It’s better now.

    • @MsSullysworld
      @MsSullysworld 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s a year ++ with this printer for me and I NEVER gotten a good test print lines. I’ve been using it and it’s ok with printing

  • @simplelivingwithdiana9979
    @simplelivingwithdiana9979 ปีที่แล้ว

    What if I already added the Epson Ink that came with the printer?
    I haven't printed on it, so how do I empty it?

  • @hollyjacobs5188
    @hollyjacobs5188 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you happen to know how to fix paper feed problems. I have an Epson ET 4700. It was working fine yesterday. I ran the print head alignment and now my paper won’t feed into the printer correctly. It either won’t feed at all and then say paper jam. Or it feeds on the right side and gets stuck and says paper jam. I have searched and tried everything I can think of and nothing works. Would love any advice!!

  • @Jiminponty
    @Jiminponty 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is anyone finding after converting to sublimation ink that when printing a regular photo on to photo paper that the colour is not very vibrant?
    Thx Jim

  • @angelgallagher2066
    @angelgallagher2066 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you have any issues with the ink showing up dull after pressing? Ive tried tumblers and fabrics and its just not poppin like it should and Ive tried 2 different inks.

    • @DebbieDoesDesign
      @DebbieDoesDesign  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s usually a time, temp, or pressure issue. Not the inks. What time and temp are you using for the fabrics?

  • @daygorock5494
    @daygorock5494 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have an 8550 ET and I keep getting about a half inch line across the bottom of my prints. Almost as if the print head is putting down a extra layer of ink. Does anyone know why?

  • @nicolehermsen1
    @nicolehermsen1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So can I mix and match ink brands. I bought star craft at first, not paying attention that it needed six inks, but they don't make the other 2 at all. So can I just buy the other two and use it with the star craft or need to buy all the same brand?

  • @gcogs7865
    @gcogs7865 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm in the same boat however a bit worse. Guess I have to try tomorrow.

    • @DebbieDoesDesign
      @DebbieDoesDesign  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Did it come around for you? Mine needed some time to rest and then it cleared right up.

    • @gcogs7865
      @gcogs7865 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DebbieDoesDesign well the lines were staying the same. I contacted the ink company and they said just try to use it. I am getting beautiful prints out of it so I guess the line maintenance doesn't really matter so much.

  • @loislaney23
    @loislaney23 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I also read it is ok to put plain black into the photo black. I am planning on getting this printer so am doing research. Have you heard this?

    • @DebbieDoesDesign
      @DebbieDoesDesign  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have heard some people say that, but I did reach out to my ink supplier and he confirmed that they are not the same ink, but said that it still may work ok. There’s really no way to know for sure without testing it.

  • @lucyaliat8780
    @lucyaliat8780 หลายเดือนก่อน

    where you able to fix it?

  • @shawna_alicia6452
    @shawna_alicia6452 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you need all the colors for it to work?

  • @beaulong3270
    @beaulong3270 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Quick question…. 2850 or 8550? Big price difference… is it worth the price?

  • @lifewithcha
    @lifewithcha ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there an update video?

  • @GraphicGin111
    @GraphicGin111 ปีที่แล้ว

    The alignment is what i need to see!😢😢😢😢

  • @photodom2000
    @photodom2000 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I ask why you are using Sublimation Inks in lieu of the normal inks? I have a Dye Sublimation event printer, but that uses heat and a CMYK ribbon.

    • @DebbieDoesDesign
      @DebbieDoesDesign  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      In order to print sublimation transfers you need sublimation ink. I’m not sure what kind of printer you’re using, but I’ve never heard of a sublimation printer that didn’t use sublimation ink? 🤔

    • @photodom2000
      @photodom2000 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DebbieDoesDesign Hi. Our printer is a DNP DS40 Event printer. It's called sublimation printing but it does it by heat transfer of CMYK from a ribbon onto special paper.

    • @nicolehermsen1
      @nicolehermsen1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@photodom2000 so your using printable vinyl? If so that is totally different

  • @DaGoddessRubel284
    @DaGoddessRubel284 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello what paper do you use

  • @mandog1086
    @mandog1086 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you swap between sublimation and regular ink?

  • @MaggieRojas
    @MaggieRojas 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you like this printer better than the WF you used previously ?

    • @DebbieDoesDesign
      @DebbieDoesDesign  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes! Much less issues with the Ecotank!

  • @tiffanytureson3620
    @tiffanytureson3620 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    can you share your printing settings? thanks

    • @DebbieDoesDesign
      @DebbieDoesDesign  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I use Cosmos Ink’s color profile (they email it to you when you buy their ink, but I believe they have it available in the files section of their group). Then I use the Premium Presentation Matte at Highest quality, no color adjustments (ICM checked). Unless I’m working with hard substrates, then I use the High Quality Plain Paper setting. It puts done less ink so the images are more crisp.

  • @princessjohnson817
    @princessjohnson817 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mine is saying memory card nerfef

  • @JASMOOTH26
    @JASMOOTH26 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You have to keep doing the nozzle clean

  • @humbertoburga8898
    @humbertoburga8898 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    HOLA BUEN VIDEO SALUDOS.

  • @nataliepotter3635
    @nataliepotter3635 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a really good printer th-cam.com/users/postUgkxciSwynMJ7PnUvvx11rewiu-yFBkZTl53 . The reason I gave 4 stars for tech support (which I don't think this would classify as tech support) is because once you turn the printer on, it does require a little bit of start up time which may bother some who are in a hurry to quickly print something. To offset that though the printer prints very quickly. I would definitely purchase this printer again.

  • @janicehamm3474
    @janicehamm3474 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Change the name of your video-you are NOT showing how to set up the printer-it was a failure

    • @DebbieDoesDesign
      @DebbieDoesDesign  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It was not a failure. It needed to rest to let the ink saturate the print heads. That’s a normal process when converting any printer. The setup process is covered exactly as needed. The printer has printed beautifully without issues since.

    • @weedwin2457
      @weedwin2457 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DebbieDoesDesign can you make of video of some prints or of it printing olease

    • @nicolehermsen1
      @nicolehermsen1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What are you talking about, her video was great and showed some trouble shooting unlike other videos, I have watched. Get over yourself and don't be rude. I have watch about 5 or 6 of this videos and I feel like this one best prepared me to set up mine once I get the inks delivered.

    • @miriamangeles980
      @miriamangeles980 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Your video was GREAT! It helped me a lot setting up my new printer. THANK YOU! Your video was awesome!!! 😊

  • @peelong1339
    @peelong1339 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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