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What a flatbed heat press is for

A flatbed heat press is the core machine of any workshop printing T-shirts and other flat items. The heated upper platen presses the transfer onto the blank, and the image from paper or film is fixed to the item. It works with sublimation, DTF and heat transfer: T-shirts and hoodies, puzzles, magnets, metal plates, mouse pads and much more. If you are looking for a T-shirt heat press, a flatbed model is the first one to consider because it presses large areas evenly.

How to choose a flatbed heat press

This section lists 8 models priced from 12,500 to 39,298 UAH. What to look at:

  • Platen size. The 38×38 cm format suits small items, 40×50 cm covers most T-shirts, and 40×60 cm lets you transfer an image from an A3 printer, which makes it the most popular choice for garment printing.
  • Pressure type. There are manual models and hydraulic ones (the ST 4050 in two versions, one with a compressor). Hydraulics need less effort and suit everyday work better.
  • Platen design. A swing-away platen lets you lay the item out freely on the lower bed and avoids burns, while a clamshell design is more compact.
  • Controls. A timer and thermostat are essential for repeatable settings; check the details in each model's description.

Before choosing, estimate your typical order: if most items are adult T-shirts, take at least 40×50, and for regular A3 printing take 40×60.

How to use a T-shirt heat press

Heat the platen to the required temperature (about 180–200 °C for sublimation, and per the material maker's instructions for other technologies), place the item, cover it with the transfer and press for the set time. Time and temperature depend on the fabric and technology; starting values are printed on the paper or film packaging. Do not forget a protective sheet, which shields both the platen and the item.

Why buy heat presses from SublimService

  • Equipment can be tested before purchase — visit us in Odesa at 39 Mykoly Borovskoho St.
  • Warranty, maintenance and repair of equipment in Odesa.
  • Delivery across Ukraine: Nova Poshta, Ukrposhta, Meest, Delivery; dispatch every day.
  • Pay cash on delivery, by transfer to a sole-proprietor account or with a PrivatBank card.

We can help you choose a press by phone at +380 (66) 014-33-80, or on Viber and Telegram.

FAQ

How much does a flatbed heat press cost?

Prices in this section range from 12,500 UAH for a 38×38 cm model to almost 39,300 UAH for a hydraulic model with a compressor. The 40×50 and 40×60 sizes in between cost about 13,600–31,900 UAH.

What heat press size is best for T-shirts?

40×50 cm is enough for most T-shirts, and 40×60 cm lets you print A3 with no limits.

How do I use a heat press for T-shirts?

Heat the platen to the right temperature, lay the item down, cover it with the transfer and press for the set time. Check temperature and time with the paper or film maker's instructions.

Can I test a heat press before buying?

Yes, equipment can be checked at our shop in Odesa. We also provide warranty, maintenance and repair.

Do you deliver heat presses across Ukraine?

Yes, we ship by Nova Poshta, Ukrposhta, Meest and Delivery. You can pay cash on delivery, by transfer to a sole-proprietor account or with a PrivatBank card.

Need advice or a wholesale price?

We'll advise on blanks, heat transfer settings and equipment. We reply in messengers.