VersiFlex Transfer Media
Introducing Versiflex
VersiFlex is a wide spectrum paper and ink solution for garment decoration and hard surface decoration using their trusted printers - SG500 and SG1000. It works with their existing turnkey online design software MySawgrass and RIP/print management Sawgrass Print Utility software. With this process you can transfer onto metal, cotton, leather, faux leather, ceramics, wood, metal and more. and transfer onto sublimation blanks and polyester shirts.
This system is designed to be simple to use, compact, and affordable, allowing you to expand your current product offerings without the need for multiple machines or complex pre-treatment processes. It also works with TextPrint allowing you to flexibly swap between printjobs without having to buy a separate machine for DTF or DTG.
Why VersiFlex?
Feature | Versiflex Light | DTF | DTG | Sublimation |
Compatible Materials | Cotton, blends, nylon, suede, uncoated wood, unglazed ceramic, slate, heat transfer vinyl (HTV), and sublimation blanks. | Mostly textiles (polyester, cotton, blends) | Only cotton & cotton-rich fabrics | Polyester and polymer-coated substrates |
Application Process | Requires heat press | Requires powder application & curing | Requires pre-treatment | Requires heat press |
Soft Hand Feel | Very soft | Slightly thick (film layer) | Very soft | Soft, dyes into fabric |
Durability & Washability | High | High | High | High, permanent color bonding |
Multi-Surface Printing | Works on both fabrics & hard substrates (wood, ceramic, leather, etc.) | No | No | Works on polyester fabrics & coated hard goods |
Sublimation Paper Compatible | Yes | No | No | Yes |
Equipment & Maintenance | Low Maintenance | Requires powder curing unit, smoke purifier, and shaker | High maintenance (print head clogging, pre-treatment issues) | Low Maintenance |
Best For | T-shirts, faux leather goods, ceramics, crafts, multi-surface printing, heat transfer applications | T-shirts & textile-based prints | Cotton-based apparel detail prints | Polyester apparel, mugs, metal, and coated sublimation blanks |
Swapping in/out different inks in Sawgrass printers is not advised, may damage the printheads and will void the warranty.
Key Features & Benefits
- Versatile Printing Capabilities: Print on a wide variety of materials, including uncoated wood, ceramics, metals, cotton, canvas, nylon, leather, and more.
- Self-Weeding Technology: Eliminates the need for cutting and weeding (VersiFlex Media, Sublimation Paper), streamlining your workflow and saving time.
- High-Quality Results: Achieve vibrant, full-color transfers with exceptional clarity and durability, maintaining wash fastness for up to 30+ washes.
- User-Friendly Operation: Designed with intuitive controls and streamlined workflows, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced professionals.
- Cost-Effective Production: Provides an economical solution for high-quality fabric decoration, reducing the need for multiple devices and minimizing operational costs.
System Components
- Sawgrass SG500/SG1000 Printers: Reliable printers that serve as the backbone of the VersiFlex™ system.
- VersiFlex™ Inks: Specially formulated inks that deliver top-quality results with VersiFlex™ Light Transfer Paper, TexPrint Sublimation Paper, and Sublimation HTV.
- VersiFlex™ Light Media: Lightweight, self-weeding heat transfer paper built for brilliant results on natural, uncoated surfaces like fabric and wood.
- Sawgrass Print Utility & MySawgrass Design Tool: User-friendly software solutions that simplify the design and printing process.
