I ordered this from your link and noticed the arm will not stay down by itself. Even with the springs completely loosened and the clamp at the highest position, it will spring back up by itself. This is a complete deal breaker with this design.
@@ayan-yu7rx I still would not recommend this machine to anyone, there are much better options at the same price. With that said, I managed to sort of fix this issue by replacing the turnbuckles with longer ones. I bought M6 (it comes with M5) Marine Turnbuckles from Amazon that have a max length of 8.5". This gave me enough slack that the screen will stay down by itself now, but it sits pretty low when you lift it up, so it's not a perfect solution.
If you are press down really hard while pulling the ink, it can move some. You can mount the press more centered on the cart to help prevent this, but it will make it harder to adjust or swap out the platen. I change out my platens often, so its worth it for me to keep the press at the edge of the cart.
2 questions: 1) after screen printing, the ink bleeds through to the pallet. Should I have some kind of protective covering on the pallet? Thinking it might get ruined? 2) the pallet is pretty big and smaller shirts stretch on the pallet. Are there smaller pallets I can get for this?
You can put down pallet tape to make cleaning up easier, but ink bleeding through will not mess up the printing process. Just make sure that the ink is dry before loading the next shirt (you can go over it with a heat gun to speed up the process). www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/a/pallet-tape Check out this blog post to see how I make a smaller pallet for toddler shirts: www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/2019/10/diy-youth-and-toddler-size-screen-printing-pallet-platen-board/
Are there alternatives to screen printing? I am making a community project and had to use some metallic ink on it. I couldn't use brush cause of the fine details. I couldn't find a way to get to print the metallic. Hot foiling is way too shiny.
You have it mounted to a cart but I only have a large desk for creating. Would you recommend using the same brand but with the legs? Or find a way to mount it to my desk? Not sure which is best. Thanks
If you have space, this kitchen cart (from IKEA) that I use is so handy. It fits the 10x14 screens on the shelf below. It's on wheels so moving it around is easy. If you want to use your desk, I'd look for heavy duty clamps so you don't damage your desk.
Pigskins & Pigtails do you mind if I ask which cart do you have from IKEA? Thank you so much for this video, it was very helpful with getting my press setup. I’m so glad I found your blog and YT channel.
After applying the tack and using it for multiple projects, mine has all sorts of stains and ink marks from all the projects too. When it's time to apply new tack, I will scrape off the old layer and use Mr. Clean Clean Freak. That gets me back to a clean pallet.
I use only water-based inks which air dry.. then you heat press to seal the ink. You can definitely switch screens to do multi-color shirts on this 1 color press. Here's one tutorial showing the process: www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/2019/06/how-to-screen-print-multi-color-designs-on-a-1-color-1-station-screen-printing-press/
Hi there. Just wanted to let you know you might want to change your Amazon link for this press. It is currently unavailable. There are similar ones from other mfgs you could link. Thanks again for making this video. Very helpful for deciding how to get started in screen printing 👍.
Thanks so much for letting me know! They all keep going out of stock - hard to keep up. I'm glad so many people are interested in screen printing though!
What is the best table to sit the press on???
Hi, do you have to wait for the super tack to dry before printing? Thanks!
Good video, and to mention the off contact screw for those larger frames. You do a great job!
anser please why not stay screen down ? not use hand presser
I ordered this from your link and noticed the arm will not stay down by itself. Even with the springs completely loosened and the clamp at the highest position, it will spring back up by itself. This is a complete deal breaker with this design.
omg same for me, its so frustrating
@@ayan-yu7rx I still would not recommend this machine to anyone, there are much better options at the same price. With that said, I managed to sort of fix this issue by replacing the turnbuckles with longer ones. I bought M6 (it comes with M5) Marine Turnbuckles from Amazon that have a max length of 8.5". This gave me enough slack that the screen will stay down by itself now, but it sits pretty low when you lift it up, so it's not a perfect solution.
why not stay screen down ?
Hi! When you print, does the table stays stable? Or do the table comes forward because the weight of the station...
If you are press down really hard while pulling the ink, it can move some. You can mount the press more centered on the cart to help prevent this, but it will make it harder to adjust or swap out the platen. I change out my platens often, so its worth it for me to keep the press at the edge of the cart.
Great review! Did you have to secure the press to the table with screws, or is it stable enough to stand and be functional on its own?
I have this, it is wobbly without securing it to the table but I did press some shirts without it screwed down, it was awkward but ok.
@@Fiberfreak Thank you!
2 questions: 1) after screen printing, the ink bleeds through to the pallet. Should I have some kind of protective covering on the pallet? Thinking it might get ruined? 2) the pallet is pretty big and smaller shirts stretch on the pallet. Are there smaller pallets I can get for this?
You can put down pallet tape to make cleaning up easier, but ink bleeding through will not mess up the printing process. Just make sure that the ink is dry before loading the next shirt (you can go over it with a heat gun to speed up the process). www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/a/pallet-tape
Check out this blog post to see how I make a smaller pallet for toddler shirts:
www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/2019/10/diy-youth-and-toddler-size-screen-printing-pallet-platen-board/
More you left us hanging but helpful
Hi, is screen printing & silk printing same thing?
Hey. Can you add additional stations to it?
Are there alternatives to screen printing? I am making a community project and had to use some metallic ink on it. I couldn't use brush cause of the fine details. I couldn't find a way to get to print the metallic. Hot foiling is way too shiny.
Is it something you can use adhesive vinyl for?
Thank You. I couldn't figure out how to make my bracket flush with the pallet, i will try this later.
Glad I could help!
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Very very helpful video.
Hi! What bolts were used?
You have it mounted to a cart but I only have a large desk for creating. Would you recommend using the same brand but with the legs? Or find a way to mount it to my desk? Not sure which is best. Thanks
If you have space, this kitchen cart (from IKEA) that I use is so handy. It fits the 10x14 screens on the shelf below. It's on wheels so moving it around is easy. If you want to use your desk, I'd look for heavy duty clamps so you don't damage your desk.
Pigskins & Pigtails do you mind if I ask which cart do you have from IKEA? Thank you so much for this video, it was very helpful with getting my press setup. I’m so glad I found your blog and YT channel.
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Great video I have a question I have 20x24 aluminum screens would they fit on this press??
They should. I don't have any aluminum screens, but the clamp part extends to 2" so as long as the frame isn't thicker than that, it should work!
My pallet is stained and I’ve tried to clean it without any luck. Any tips on how you keep it so Clean and not stained. Thank you
After applying the tack and using it for multiple projects, mine has all sorts of stains and ink marks from all the projects too. When it's time to apply new tack, I will scrape off the old layer and use Mr. Clean Clean Freak. That gets me back to a clean pallet.
Pigskins & Pigtails Thank you so much!!
What a change..! I got to see your face other than your hands lol
Hahaha! This one was out of my comfort zone for sure!
You're a legit mind reader🤯 I was JUST looking into buying one of these but read so many negative reviews.
Hopefully this will help you navigate the setup since they don't include great instructions!
What type of cart did you mount this to?
It's a kitchen cart from IKEA.
Do you have a link to the cart you’re using?
It's an IKEA kitchen cart. It is the perfect size for the 1-color press!
Thank you for the video. Can you do a video or post about pricing and business tips.
Absolutely! I've got some ideas for those types of posts after the holidays!
Thanks! I imagine you need a heatpress for plastisol? Is it possible to switch screens to do 2-3 color prints on the same shirt?
I use only water-based inks which air dry.. then you heat press to seal the ink. You can definitely switch screens to do multi-color shirts on this 1 color press. Here's one tutorial showing the process: www.pigskinsandpigtails.com/2019/06/how-to-screen-print-multi-color-designs-on-a-1-color-1-station-screen-printing-press/
@@pigskinsandpigtails Thank you!
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Hi there. Just wanted to let you know you might want to change your Amazon link for this press. It is currently unavailable. There are similar ones from other mfgs you could link. Thanks again for making this video. Very helpful for deciding how to get started in screen printing 👍.
Thanks so much for letting me know! They all keep going out of stock - hard to keep up. I'm glad so many people are interested in screen printing though!
Great video! This was so helpful in putting setting up for the 1st time. Thank you!
So glad it was helpful! I hope you are making lots of projects on your new press!!