Sawgrass VersiFlex Printing System – Printers, Inks & Transfer Paper

Q: Why does VersiFlex use Expander instead of black ink?

The VersiFlex ink configuration uses Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Expander rather than CMYK. Expander is part of the dedicated VersiFlex transfer chemistry, while dark and neutral tones are produced through the supported color-management workflow.

Q: Can VersiFlex also make traditional sublimation products?

Yes. A printer dedicated to VersiFlex ink can support compatible polyester and poly-coated sublimation products when used with appropriate sublimation transfer paper, Sawgrass profiles and heat-press settings.

Q: Should I buy the complete VersiFlex ink set or individual cartridges?

Buy the complete CMY plus Expander set when replacing all four standard cartridges together. Buy an individual Cyan, Magenta, Yellow or Expander cartridge when only that cartridge needs replacement.

Q: What is the difference between the SG500 and SG1000 VersiFlex printers?

The SG500 supports standard media up to 8.5 x 14 inches. The SG1000 supports standard media up to 11 x 17 inches and up to 13 x 19 inches with the optional bypass tray.

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Explore the complete Sawgrass VersiFlex system, including SG500 and SG1000 printers, VersiFlex inks, Expander cartridges, and compatible transfer papers. VersiFlex is a versatile decorating workflow designed to produce vibrant transfers for a wide range of materials using Sawgrass printers.

Buy with confidence! As an authorized Sawgrass dealer serving the printing industry since 1996, we supply genuine Versiflex printers, inks, and media.

Sawgrass VersiFlex Complete System Guide

VersiFlex Printers, Inks, Expander & Transfer Paper for SG500 and SG1000

Shop the complete Sawgrass VersiFlex ecosystem for dedicated SG500 and SG1000 printers, including printer bundles, genuine 31ml VersiFlex inks, the Expander cartridge, individual replacement colors, and VersiFlex Light transfer paper. The current VersiFlex workflow is focused on compatible cotton and natural fabrics, while the same dedicated ink system can also support traditional sublimation on compatible polyester and poly-coated sublimation products when the correct paper and Sawgrass settings are used.

Quick buying answer: Starting a new VersiFlex workflow? Choose a dedicated SG500 or SG1000 bundle. Replacing all inks? Buy the complete CMY + Expander set. Replacing one cartridge? Buy the matching individual VersiFlex cartridge. Printing on compatible cotton or natural fabrics? Use genuine VersiFlex Light transfer paper and current Sawgrass settings.

Shop by What You Need

Build or Maintain Your VersiFlex Workflow

This collection includes both complete printer systems and the genuine supplies required to keep a dedicated VersiFlex printer in production.

New Printer System

VersiFlex SG500 & SG1000 Bundles

Start with a printer already configured around the VersiFlex workflow. Choose the SG500 for compact production or the SG1000 when larger transfer sizes are important.

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Replace the Full Ink Set

VersiFlex CMY + Expander Ink Set

Replace all four standard VersiFlex cartridges together with genuine 31ml Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Expander cartridges for dedicated SG500 and SG1000 VersiFlex printers.

Shop Complete Ink Set

Replace One Cartridge

Individual VersiFlex Inks & Expander

Buy genuine Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, or Expander individually when only one cartridge needs replacement. VersiFlex uses CMY + Expander rather than a conventional CMYK configuration.

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Transfer Media

VersiFlex Light Transfer Paper

Use genuine VersiFlex Light for the standard cotton and natural-fabric workflow on compatible white, light, and bright materials. The 8.5 × 11-inch refill pack contains 100 sheets.

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What Is Sawgrass VersiFlex?

A Dedicated Cotton-Decoration System with Traditional Sublimation Capability

Sawgrass VersiFlex is a patented decorating system for dedicated SG500 and SG1000 printers. It combines genuine Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Expander inks with application-specific transfer media and Sawgrass software.

For compatible cotton and natural fabrics, use VersiFlex Light transfer paper and the current VersiFlex Light settings. For compatible polyester and poly-coated sublimation products, keep the same dedicated VersiFlex ink installed but use the appropriate sublimation transfer paper and Sawgrass profile.

Why the workflow is different

VersiFlex is not simply another CMYK sublimation ink set. Its CMY + Expander chemistry and dedicated media are designed as one coordinated system. The printer should remain dedicated to VersiFlex rather than being switched back and forth between specialty Sawgrass ink systems.

Understand the Ink Configuration

Why VersiFlex Uses CMY + Expander Instead of CMYK

A dedicated VersiFlex printer uses Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Expander. It does not use a traditional black cartridge and it does not print white ink.

Cyan Genuine VersiFlex color cartridge for blues, cyans, greens, and mixed-color output.

Magenta Genuine VersiFlex color cartridge for reds, pinks, purples, and mixed-color output.

Yellow Genuine VersiFlex color cartridge for yellows, oranges, greens, and mixed-color output.

Expander A dedicated VersiFlex cartridge that works as part of the transfer chemistry and replaces the conventional black-ink position.

Dark and neutral tones are created through the supported VersiFlex color-management workflow. Always use the current Sawgrass profile and media settings rather than treating Expander as a general-purpose clear ink.

Choose the Correct Transfer Media

One Dedicated Ink System. Two Production Paths.

The ink stays in the dedicated printer. The transfer paper and Sawgrass settings change according to the product being decorated.

VersiFlex Light Workflow

Cotton & Natural Fabrics

Use genuine VersiFlex ink with VersiFlex Light transfer media for compatible white, light, and bright cotton and natural-fabric products.

Cotton T-shirts and apparel
Cotton tote bags and fabric accessories
Canvas and denim
Compatible linen and other natural fabrics
No conventional vinyl cutting or manual weeding

Traditional Sublimation Workflow

Polyester & Poly-Coated Sublimation Products

Keep the VersiFlex ink installed and switch to appropriate sublimation transfer paper and the correct Sawgrass profile for products manufactured for dye sublimation.

Polyester apparel and performance fabrics
Sublimation-ready mugs and drinkware
Poly-coated photo products and signage
Polymer-coated promotional products
Other compatible sublimation blanks

Cotton Production Workflow

Print. Press. Peel.

The standard VersiFlex Light workflow is designed to simplify full-color cotton decoration without conventional vinyl cutting, manual weeding, or DTF adhesive powder.

Print

Print through Sawgrass Print Utility using a dedicated SG500 or SG1000, genuine VersiFlex ink, and the correct transfer media.

Press

Apply the transfer with an adjustable heat press using current Sawgrass time, temperature, and pressure recommendations.

Peel

Peel the transfer according to current Sawgrass instructions to reveal the finished full-color design.

VersiFlex Supply Buying Guide

Complete Ink Set, Individual Cartridge, or Transfer Paper?

Buy the Complete Ink Set When

You are replacing all four standard VersiFlex cartridges together or stocking a complete CMY + Expander replacement set.

Buy an Individual Cartridge When

Only one color or the Expander cartridge needs replacement and the remaining cartridges still have sufficient usable ink.

Buy VersiFlex Light When

You need additional transfer media for compatible cotton and natural-fabric production using the standard VersiFlex Light workflow.

Buy a Printer Bundle When

You are starting VersiFlex with a new dedicated SG500 or SG1000 rather than converting a printer already initialized with another specialty ink.

Choose SG500 When

You want a compact desktop printer with standard media support up to 8.5 × 14 inches and most production fits an 8.5-inch-wide format.

Choose SG1000 When

You need larger designs, standard media up to 11 × 17 inches, or up to 13 × 19 inches with the optional bypass tray.

Printer Comparison

VersiFlex SG500 vs. SG1000

Feature

SG500

SG1000

Best fit

Compact studios, startups, smaller graphics

Growing shops and larger graphics

Standard media

Up to 8.5 × 14 in.

Up to 11 × 17 in.

Optional bypass

Up to 8.5 × 51 in.

Up to 13 × 19 in.

Standard ink system

VersiFlex CMY + Expander

Software

Sawgrass Print Utility + MySawgrass

Current Sawgrass Comparison

VersiFlex vs. DTF

Sawgrass positions VersiFlex as a streamlined option for businesses that want full-color cotton decoration without adding a powder-handling workflow and separate DTF production line.

Feature

DTF

VersiFlex

Cotton & polyester fabrics

Yes

Mugs & poly-coated hard goods

Yes

No powder or chemicals

Yes

Smooth gradients & soft edges

Yes

Fine detail & QR codes

Yes

Soft feel on fabric

Yes

Won't crack or peel

Yes

30+ machine washes

Yes

Self-cleaning, no-clog technology

Yes

Comparison reflects current Sawgrass VersiFlex marketing. DTF systems vary by manufacturer. Sawgrass performance claims are subject to current recommended materials, equipment, process settings, testing conditions, and care guidance.

Current Sawgrass Software

Use VersiFlex with Sawgrass Print Utility & MySawgrass

Print Management

Sawgrass Print Utility

Sawgrass Print Utility manages supported color profiles, media settings, layout, mirroring, print-quality options, and production settings for VersiFlex and other current Sawgrass workflows.

Product Design

MySawgrass

MySawgrass provides product-oriented design tools, templates, training resources, and creative content that connects with the Sawgrass production ecosystem.

Before You Order

Important VersiFlex Compatibility Notes

Keep the Printer Dedicated

Sawgrass recommends a dedicated printer for each specialty ink system. Do not plan to switch a printer back and forth between VersiFlex and another Sawgrass specialty ink formulation.

Fabric Color Matters

VersiFlex has no white ink channel. White, light, and bright fabrics provide the most predictable results for the standard VersiFlex Light workflow because the underlying fabric color influences the finished design.

A Heat Press Is Required

The printer creates the transfer, but controlled heat completes the process. Use an adjustable press and current Sawgrass instructions for the transfer media and product being decorated.

Authorized Sawgrass Dealer

Why Buy VersiFlex from SawgrassInks.com?

SawgrassInks.com is owned and operated by Southtrend Corp., an independent Authorized Sawgrass Dealer serving professional printing and personalization customers in the U.S. and Latin America. Southtrend Corp. has served the printing industry since 1996.

Our team can help customers identify the correct VersiFlex ink set, individual replacement cartridge, transfer paper, printer size, and workflow before purchase. We supply genuine Sawgrass products and ship eligible orders from our Miami operation.

Authorized Sawgrass Dealer Genuine Sawgrass printers, inks, and media.

Serving Since 1996 Decades serving professional printing customers.

Ships from Miami U.S.-based inventory and customer assistance.

Free Shipping $99+* Eligible orders within the continental United States.

*Shipping eligibility and exclusions apply. Product specifications, software, compatibility, warranty terms, and manufacturer recommendations may change. Follow current Sawgrass documentation before production.

Sawgrass VersiFlex FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sawgrass VersiFlex?

Sawgrass VersiFlex is a patented decorating system for dedicated SG500 and SG1000 printers using Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Expander inks with application-specific transfer media and current Sawgrass software.

Which printers use VersiFlex ink?

VersiFlex ink is designed for dedicated Sawgrass SG500 and SG1000 VersiFlex printers. The printer should remain dedicated to the VersiFlex ink system rather than being converted between specialty ink formulations.

Why does VersiFlex use Expander instead of black ink?

The VersiFlex ink configuration uses Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Expander rather than CMYK. Expander is part of the dedicated VersiFlex transfer chemistry, while dark and neutral tones are produced through the supported color-management workflow.

Does VersiFlex print white ink?

No. VersiFlex does not use a white ink channel. White, light, and bright fabrics provide the most predictable results for the standard VersiFlex Light workflow.

What is VersiFlex Light transfer paper used for?

VersiFlex Light is the transfer media used for the standard VersiFlex workflow on compatible cotton and natural fabrics. Use it with genuine VersiFlex ink and the current Sawgrass settings for the selected material.

Can VersiFlex also make traditional sublimation products?

Yes. A printer dedicated to VersiFlex ink can also support compatible polyester and poly-coated sublimation products when used with appropriate sublimation transfer paper, Sawgrass profiles, and heat-press settings.

Does VersiFlex require DTF powder?

No. The standard VersiFlex Light cotton workflow does not require adhesive powder, a powder shaker, or a separate powder-curing station.

Does VersiFlex require cutting and weeding?

No conventional vinyl cutting or manual weeding is required in the standard VersiFlex Light process.

Should I buy the complete ink set or individual cartridges?

Buy the complete CMY + Expander set when replacing all four standard cartridges together. Buy an individual Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, or Expander cartridge when only that cartridge needs replacement.

What is the difference between the SG500 and SG1000 VersiFlex printers?

The SG500 is the compact choice with standard media support up to 8.5 × 14 inches. The SG1000 supports standard media up to 11 × 17 inches and up to 13 × 19 inches with the optional bypass tray.

What software is used with VersiFlex?

Sawgrass Print Utility manages supported print preparation and color settings, while MySawgrass provides product-oriented design tools, templates, and creative resources.

Complete VersiFlex Supply Center

Shop Genuine VersiFlex Supplies for Your SG500 or SG1000

Whether you are starting with a new dedicated VersiFlex printer, replacing a complete ink set, changing one cartridge, or restocking VersiFlex Light paper, choose the genuine Sawgrass product that matches your current workflow.

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