tshirtsandmore 0 Posted March 1, 2022 I recently had a customer ask me to put an image they have on a chrome zippo flip lighter. Has anyone ever done this before? We have done cups but nothing like this. If not sublimation how would we transfer the image to the lighter? Thanks DJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
darcshadow 1,626 Posted March 1, 2022 If it's a single color image it could be laser etched. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tshirtsandmore 0 Posted March 1, 2022 it is a multicolor design Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slice&dice 2,450 Posted March 1, 2022 Find a production shop that utilizes the GERBER Edge system. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted March 1, 2022 There are companies that actually have businesses doing that. Out source it. Do a search online. How to put a design on a Zippo lighter. https://www.zippo.com/collections/customize-it?from=CustomizeHowTo and others. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haumana 1,220 Posted March 2, 2022 MOPA Fiber Laser will get you different colors, but you'd have to go through a trial and error process to adjust the laser frequency to get the colors you want based on the type of metal being engraved. You might also look for something who has a UV Printer, they might be able to help you. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
darcshadow 1,626 Posted March 2, 2022 Different colors or gradients of greys? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dakotagrafx 7,297 Posted March 2, 2022 I think it was Lra near Tampa Florida I used to get that type of sublimation lighters from Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tshirtsandmore 0 Posted March 3, 2022 I am curious. The Zippo lighter doesn't have a sublimation coating on it. Can you sublimate the design onto it if you add sublimation coating to the lighter. The lighter is fairly flat. It is stainless steel and silver. Thanks DJ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tshirtsandmore 0 Posted March 3, 2022 It is made of brass and silver. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted March 3, 2022 1 hour ago, tshirtsandmore said: I am curious. The Zippo lighter doesn't have a sublimation coating on it. Can you sublimate the design onto it if you add sublimation coating to the lighter. The lighter is fairly flat. It is stainless steel and silver. Thanks DJ found online PolyGloss will provide a high-gloss (wet-look), sublimatable coating for the following surfaces: Metal - Stainless Steel Mugs, Aluminum Signs, License Plates, Zippo Lighters, Clipboards, Dog Tags, Key chains, Nameplates, Aluminum Water Bottles, Fridge Magnets, Christmas Ornaments. Polished Marble & Stone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tshirtsandmore 0 Posted March 3, 2022 After we put the coating on to the lighter, would we heat press it on a regular press. Is there any special types of precautions or things you would suggest before or when we press it. What are the best Polygloss coating you would recommend. Is there a company that is better than others? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZ SKEETER 4,709 Posted March 3, 2022 5 minutes ago, tshirtsandmore said: After we put the coating on to the lighter, would we heat press it on a regular press. Is there any special types of precautions or things you would suggest before or when we press it. What are the best Polygloss coating you would recommend. Is there a company that is better than others? Just showing you what I found. I don't do any sublimation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tshirtsandmore 0 Posted March 3, 2022 Just wanted to thank everyone for the information you have provided. We are still new to this and are still getting our feet wet. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haumana 1,220 Posted March 3, 2022 Never tried it, but it might be worth watching. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites