This is How Long to Sublimate a Glass Soda Can in a Convection Oven
Did you know that you can sublimate a glass soda can in a convection oven? Yes, that’s right, you don’t have to be a pro to do it either.
Just fire up your toaster oven and get ready to create some stunning sublimated designs on your glass cans.
But wait, hold on a sec! Before you start, you need to know the crucial details: the right temperature to use, and most importantly, how long to keep your soda can blank in the oven. You definitely don’t want to end up with a burnt or uneven print just because you didn’t time it right.
In this blog post, I’m going to take you through the must-know tips for sublimating a glass soda can in a convection oven. We’ll also cover the sublimation supplies that will save you time and work best.
So, buckle up, and let’s get started!
Tools and Optional Supplies
Before we dive into the process of sublimating a soda can blank, let’s take a look at the tools and supplies you will need.
Tools:
- Sublimation convection oven
- Heat tape
- Blank glass cans
- Sublimation paper
- sublimation printer
- Heat resistant gloves
- Sublimation ink
- Sublimation design
Optional Supplies:
- Thermometer
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How long do you sublimate a soda can blank?
Once you have covered the glass soda can and placed it inside the oven, the sublimation process typically takes 8 minutes.
Since you’re using a convection oven, the hot air will circulate around the can and you don’t need to rotate it in the oven.
You can test out different times depending on your oven.
Unless you have a digital convection oven, you won’t be able to see the exact temperature, so I suggest that you stick a thermometer inside the oven to make sure that it’s at the right temperature.
If you have a digital convection oven, this is not necessary as the temperature can easily be read on the display panel.
Different Baking Times to Sublimate in a Convection Oven
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to sublimation. Different ovens and temperature settings give varying results. Therefore, it is important to test out different times.
Can I use my Kitchen Oven?
You can use your kitchen oven to sublimate a glass beer can but it’s not recommended.
The toxic fumes may linger in the oven and you don’t want that mixing in with your food.
How Can a Convection Oven Same Me Time?
Having a separate sublimation oven in your craft room means that you can create your sublimations without running to the kitchen every 10 minutes. If you’re making several cans, this can save you a lot of time.
Do I Need to Wrap Sublimation Cans?
You don’t need to use shrink wrap on glass cans.
Just make sure to tape up the tapered top and bottom of the can really well.
Want to know which sublimation blanks need shrink-wrap sleeves? Check out the other blanks listed below to see which methods work for them.
- skinny tumblers
- tapered tumbler
- water bottles
- stainless steel tumblers
- coffee mugs
- sippy cups
Facts and Common Questions
Heat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. If you don’t have a digital thermometer, then you can put a cooking thermometer inside the oven but it’s not necessary.
If your oven has the space for it, you can sublimate 2 or 3 cans at the same time. You need to increase the amount of baking time though. Just add one or two minutes to the total sublimation time.
Conclusion
And there you have it – your very own custom sublimated glass soda can! Who knew that a regular old convection oven could be transformed into a sublimation powerhouse?
You’ve learned the secrets to sublimating glass soda cans, including the right temperature, how long to leave the can in the oven, and the best sublimation transfers to use.
Now, it’s time to let your creativity run wild and experiment with different designs and colors. You can create unique custom glass soda cans for your business, events, or personal use.
Just remember to take your time, be patient, and don’t rush the process. With practice and experimentation, you’ll soon become a pro at sublimating glass cans in a convection oven.
So, what are you waiting for? Get started on your next sublimation masterpiece today!
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