Trying to decide between an Epson F570 or a Sawgrass SG1000? Let's compare!
As purpose built sublimation printers become more the norm, one of the biggest questions in the market is - which sublimation printer is better? The Epson F570 or Sawgrass SG1000? While both printers share some similarities, they are both different in many ways and serve different needs.Either of these sublimation printers can certainly jump start you to a professional level of print-on-demand product production - there's no question there. However, deciding which one is right for your business can be tricky. So grab a cup of coffee and let's jump in and take a look at both units.
Note: before making a decision on either of these printers, it's important to note that in order to maximize the capabilities of either of these units, you'll need a heat press machine that has a minimum 16" x 20" press capability.
Epson F570 Sublimation Printer Advantages
Get fast, reliable dye-sub printing right out of the box with the 24" EPSON SureColor 570. Ideal for personalizing pillow cases, mugs, ornaments, and more, this high-performance dye-sublimation printer delivers professional-quality prints using powerful PrecisionCore® technology. A truly turnkey solution, the SureColor F570 arrives with a host of convenient features to streamline workflow, including specialized transfer paper for both rigid and soft media, a 50-sheet auto-feed tray and built-in cutter, and drivers for both Windows® and Mac®. Plus, with its remarkably compact, space-saving design, you can maximize workshop space.
The PrecisionCore MicroTFP printhead offers Precision Droplet Control for outstanding clarity, plus commercial-grade reliability with Nozzle Verification Technology. With versatile media support, the F570 accommodates rolls and sheets up to 24" wide and includes a 50-sheet auto-feed tray and built-in cutter for added efficiency.
Epson F570 Sublimation Printer Technical Specs
Printing Technology:
- PrecisionCore MicroTFP 4-channel, drop-on-demand printhead
- Maximum Print Resolution: 2400 x 1200 dpi
- Minimum Ink Droplet Size: Variable Droplet Technology can produce up to three different sizes per line
- Nozzle Configuration: Color and monochrome heads; 800 nozzles x 4 channels
- Ink Type: Ink Bottles 140mL
- Dimensions: Without Stand: 38.2" x 20.7" x 9.6" (970 x 505 x 230 mm)
- Weight: Without Stand: 84 lb (38 kg)
Sawgrass SG1000 Sublimation Printer Advantages
The ideal printer for the growing business or ambitious entrepreneur, the Sawgrass SG1000 sublimation printer prints on media up to 11" x 17" (28 x 43 cm) with the standard tray. This is perfect for performance apparel, aluminum and stainless water bottles, and small or medium-sized ChromaLuxe HD aluminum photo panels. Like all Sawgrass printers, the SG1000 performs its own automatic maintenance cycle, for trouble-free printing.
The SG1000 sublimation printer was designed from the inside out to perform more efficiently, connect more easily, and deliver better output than its predecessor, the SG800. The SG1000 offers WiFi connectivity, improved resolution, and an impressive array of mechanical improvements over the previous SG800 models. Every Sawgrass SG1000 printer is backed by lifetime tech support and a 2-year warranty, providing you with complete peace of mind.
Sawgrass SG1000 Sublimation Printer Options
The Sawgrass SG1000 is compatible with a variety of kits for different transfer technologies including printing on cotton (ChromaBlast) and vinyl (Siser® EasySubli®).
Compatible kits:
- Sawgrass® SubliJet UHD Starter Kit - (4) 20ml cartridges: This flagship sublimation ink is now better than ever, delivering richer, more vibrant color on both hard and soft substrates, including heat-transfer vinyl.
- Sawgrass® SubliJet UHD Extended Kit - (4) 70ml cartridges: This flagship sublimation ink is now better than ever, delivering richer, more vibrant color on both hard and soft substrates, including heat-transfer vinyl.
- Siser® EasySubli™ Starter Kit - (4) 20ml cartridges: This innovative product delivers great results with conventional substrates, but is specifically engineered for optimal output on EasySubli vinyl.
- Siser® EasySubli™ Standard Kit - (4) 31ml cartridges: This innovative product delivers great results with conventional substrates, but is specifically engineered for optimal output on EasySubli vinyl.
Dimensions 21" x 14.25" x 8.5", with Bypass Tray 21" x 33" x 23.75"
Compatible with Windows 8.1, Windows 10 (Pro or Enterprise), Windows 11, MacOS 10.14, MacOS 10.15, MacOS 11.0, MacOS 12.0
Sawgrass SG100 Sublimation Printer Pricing
The SG1000 paired with sublimation ink cartridges will set you back between $1524 to $1724 depending on which option you choose. Want to go with the Siser EasiSub vinyl options? Expect to pay between $1574 to $1624. Note: these prices were current at the time of publishing.
Is Sawgrass or Epson Better for Sublimation?
As with most head-to-head comparisons when you're evaluating two quality products, you usually end up with a mixed bag of results. In this case the obvious difference is price - both in ink and the printers themselves. The F570 will set you back over $1000 more than the SG1000, but the ink cost savings is quite significant. While the F570 also has an advantage in print width of 24" vs 17", there are very few heat press options above 20" before moving into large format presses - with large price tags.
Both of these sublimation machines will get you on the professional level of production and workflow. Both will allow you to print transfers for most all of the hottest products on the market, with low ink cost, while providing a fantastic ROI. Both have proven themselves in the field.
If you have the additional funds available, go for the Epson F570. If your budget is a little tighter, the Sawgrass SG1000 makes perfect sense. Both will earn their keep in your shop and both will more than pay for themselves when put to good use.
