Which Sublimation Printers Can Print 11x17?

On this page (6 sections)

1. What sublimation printer prints 11x17?
2. What is different about sublimation ink conversion?
3. How do you check the printable area for an 11 x 17 design?
4. What should you check before buying a tabloid sublimation printer?
5. Is 11 x 17 enough for shirts and larger projects?
6. Which printer format should you choose?

For 11 x 17 in sublimation transfers, choose a printer that supports tabloid or A3 media, such as the Epson WorkForce WF-7710 or WF-7720. Confirm the printable area and paper feed, then use sublimation ink with a compatible printer setup.

A larger sheet gives you room for bigger shirt graphics, multiple small designs or wide layouts. The printer still needs a compatible ink path, a driver setting for the paper size and a design that stays inside its printable margins.

The terms can cause confusion: 11 x 17 in is tabloid, while A3 is slightly different. For larger sheets beyond this size, see our guide to choosing a sublimation printer wide format.

What sublimation printer prints 11x17?

A printer with tabloid or A3 media support can handle an 11 x 17 in transfer sheet if its feed and printable area also fit the job. Epson WorkForce WF-7710 and WF-7720 models are candidates to check because they support wide media and appear among the compatible models for some sublimation ink options.

Paper size support alone does not confirm full-page printing. Check the printer's official specifications for maximum media size, borderless options and the printable dimensions, then confirm your paper weight and feed method are supported.

A3 is about 11.7 x 16.5 in, so it is wider and shorter than tabloid. A printer that supports A3 may still need a custom paper setting for an 11 x 17 in sheet.

Which Epson sublimation printers print 11x17?

The Epson WorkForce WF-7710 and WF-7720 are common models to investigate for 11 x 17 in conversion, but verify the exact model's current media specifications before buying. Printer variants can differ, and some models may be discontinued or hard to source.

The Epson ET-15000 is another wide-format EcoTank option often considered for sublimation, but do not assume it prints 11 x 17 in from every feed. Review our guide on using an Epson ET-15000 for sublimation and confirm the paper size for the particular model and feed you plan to use.

For a larger transfer size, compare options in our article on which sublimation printer prints 13x19. If you are comparing the metric paper format instead, see which sublimation printer to choose for A3 prints.

What is different about sublimation ink conversion?

A printer that accepts tabloid paper does not automatically print with sublimation ink. You need both the right media support and an ink system suitable for sublimation.

Some ink options are intended for refillable cartridges or a continuous ink supply system. For example, CoYlBod's 6-color ink is described for refillable cartridges or CISS printers and lists Epson Artisan models among its compatible printers.

That does not make it a fit for every tabloid printer, so check the exact model and cartridge setup first.

Other refill inks list specific Epson WorkForce models. Printers Jack 400ML ink names the WF-7710 among its compatible models, while Hiipoo's compatible-model list also includes the WF-7710 and WF-7720.

Before conversion, find out whether the printer is new and empty, already used with standard ink, or set up with refillable cartridges. Mixing ink types can cause problems, and a conversion may limit the printer's ability to return to ordinary ink.

Read our explanation of what printer you need for sublimation before choosing an ink path. For image layout and mirroring, see how to print an image for sublimation.

How do you check the printable area for an 11 x 17 design?

Check the printable area in the printer specifications and driver, then keep important parts of your artwork inside it. The paper can be 11 x 17 in even when the printer leaves an unprinted border around the edges.

A border can affect a large design more than a small logo. If you need a graphic that reaches the edge, confirm that the printer supports borderless printing at tabloid size, not just at smaller sheet sizes.

1. Find the maximum paper size in the official specifications.
2. Find the maximum printable dimensions and any borderless-size limits.
3. Select tabloid or enter 11 x 17 in in the print driver.
4. Print a draft on plain paper to check scale, margins and orientation.
5. Mirror the artwork when the transfer process calls for it.

Keep text, faces and other key details away from the edges unless a test print confirms the whole area prints. A layout with a little trim space is easier to handle than one that depends on ink reaching every edge.

What should you check before buying a tabloid sublimation printer?

Confirm the exact model, media size and ink compatibility together before ordering. A broad product family name or a compatible ink list does not answer every setup question.

Use this checklist:

• Verify 11 x 17 in or A3 media support in the printer maker's specifications.
• Check whether the paper feed accepts your sublimation paper and its thickness.
• Confirm the printable area and whether tabloid borderless printing is available.
• Match the ink to the specific printer model and cartridge or tank system.
• Check whether the printer has already been filled with another ink type.
• Confirm that your computer can use the required driver and paper settings.

If you plan to print shirts, also match the transfer approach to the fabric. Sublimation is generally used on polyester or coated surfaces, while iron-on transfer materials follow a different process.

Our guide to sublimation vs iron-on transfer explains the difference.

Is 11 x 17 enough for shirts and larger projects?

An 11 x 17 in sheet can work for many medium to large transfer layouts, but the printable area and shirt size determine how much artwork fits. A full-front design for a larger garment may need more width or a different layout.

Use a paper mockup before committing to a print. Place it over the garment or blank, check the design's position, and make sure the transfer paper is large enough for the artwork you want to press.

If shirts are your main use, compare a sublimation printer for fabric and T-shirts with your size requirements. Printer width is only one part of the decision; ink compatibility, paper handling and the press setup also affect the workflow.

Which printer format should you choose?

Choose 11 x 17 in tabloid when your artwork is designed around that sheet size and a compatible model meets your ink needs. Choose A3 when your templates or paper supply use the metric format, and look at a wider printer if your designs regularly exceed either sheet.

For the closest match, confirm three things before you buy: the exact model accepts the sheet, its printable area fits your artwork, and your sublimation ink setup is supported. If all three check out, tabloid can be a practical size for larger transfers without moving to a 13 x 19 in format.

Frequently asked questions

What sublimation printer prints 11x17?

Look for a printer whose supported paper sizes include 11 x 17 in, also called tabloid, or A3. Epson WorkForce WF-7710 and WF-7720 models are common wide-format conversion candidates, but confirm the exact model's media support and printable area before buying.

Can an Epson EcoTank print 11x17 sublimation transfers?

Some EcoTank models support larger media, but many do not handle 11 x 17 in. Check the model's official specifications for maximum paper size and printable area, then confirm whether its ink system can be converted for sublimation before filling it.

Is 11 x 17 the same as A3?

They are close, but not the same size. Tabloid paper measures 11 x 17 in, while A3 measures about 11.7 x 16.5 in, so the printer's supported media setting and your transfer layout both matter.

Can I print a full-bleed 11 x 17 transfer?

Not necessarily. A printer may accept 11 x 17 paper while leaving margins that reduce the printable area.

Check the maximum borderless size and driver settings, or design within the printable area and trim the transfer after printing.

Does a printer that supports 11 x 17 paper come ready for sublimation?

No. Media size and ink compatibility are separate questions.

A standard inkjet may accept tabloid paper but still need a suitable sublimation ink setup, and changing ink can affect the printer's warranty or future use with regular ink.