A question we often get is…..What it the difference between Ink Jet custom printed flag and a dye sublimation custom printed flag? 
Ink Jet and Dye Sublimation flags are similar in many area
High Resolution-Digitally printed
Require vectored art
- One quantity minimum
- Production time 7-10 business days
- Rush service available
- Printed on Dacron-nylon equivalent
- Finished with Header & Grommet
- Pole sleeve or custom finish available
Here is a chart showing the exact difference of each print option.
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INK JET |
DYE SUBLIMATION |
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Ink fully penetrates through the flag |
Ink only prints on one side of flag |
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Back side is printed in a mirror image |
Back side is blank |
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Only available in Single Side Reverse (mirror image on back) |
Only available in Double Sided-two prints sewn together with a liner. This flag reads correctly on the back. |
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Best flag for outdoor use on a flagpole but could be used in other applications. |
Best flag for indoor use but could be flown outdoors. |
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The lines on an ink jet are a bit jagged up close. Cannot see the imperfections from a few feet back |
The lines on a dye sublimation flag are clear and crisp. |
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Best value for a custom printed flag |
Best option for very complex or photography |
No matter which process (Ink Jet or Dye Sublimation) you choose, please know you are getting a high quality flag. If you let us know how you are using the flag, we can help you determine which flag would work best for you.
Please email or call us. We would love to help you get the perfect flag for YOU!
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