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[youtalk]

I'm looking for a heat press, 16X16 size clam shell.

I'd like to be in the area of $500-$750, and want one that has the floating deck. (can't remember what its called sorry)

Any ideas??

[youtalk]

I've been really considering this one, even though its a little smaller then I originally wanted.

http://www.bestblanks.com/stahlsmaxx15x15.html

[mizgemini]

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[COCHISE]

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ken

[youtalk]

Does anyone know if this Maxx Press has the floating platen?

[American logoZ]

 Upper platen floats.  Great press IMHO. Best to get it in hot pink.   

[youtalk]

So the upper platen does float on this press?

[American logoZ]

Taken from http://www.transferbusiness.com/index.php?pageto=new_toptenhp.php#maxx15:

Our hands-on Analysis of the MAXX15
What you get and why that’s good!

    *What you get – 15x15 heating area
Why that’s good – The 15x15 size covers 98% of transfers that you are likely to make or buy. The compact size also means less weight, making it ideal for mobile retail operations.

    *What you get – Manual open and close
Why that’s good – This press has every feature of the MAXX20, except that it is smaller. That makes this press $200 cheaper than the MAXX20.

    *What you get – Digital time, temperature readout (I changed this - there is no digital pressure readout)
Why that’s good – Digital time and temperature is quickly and easily set from the LCD control panel. Pressure adjusted with the pressure knob, located in the top center of the press.

    *What you get – Floating upper platen
Why that’s good – To keep even pressure, all clamshell heat presses must have either a top or a bottom that moves. The upper platen of the MAXX20 is designed to swing free. As the press is closed, gravity causes the top to self-level, ensuring a “flat” close and even pressure.

    *What you get – UL/ULC/CE/ROHS compliant
Why that’s good – While Stahls' presses do not have an actual UL seal, they do warrant that their presses meet UL safety standard minimums.

    *What you get – Handle attaches to a 4”x 5” pressure plate on the top platen
Why that’s good – How a top platen attaches to the handle is very important. That’s what keeps pressure strong and even and improves press durability.

    *What you get – Lifetime heating element warranty, one year general parts and labor
Why that’s good – The warranty is an industry standard.

[MonkeyMeMe]

Welcome,, love your eye avatar,,, woohoooo
MMM

[boomerbabe]

Great info. Thank you for posting all of this. Karma to you.

[gprockhill]

Welcome to the forum! I have the Maxx and have not had any issues. Consistent, consistent, consistent.

[BongoT]

I am NEW at this, but have been doing some heavy R&R/research-reading.

From what info I gathered, only Stahls has a 16x16 and floating press. The only presses I'd consider are Stahls/Hotronix..Both the Maxx/Hotronix, made by Stahls, are one and the same, except the Hotronix is auto-open, and, I believe, has the pressure read-out.

Though some good ones out there in your price range, I agree with most here that if you plan on being in this for the long-haul, it is worth the extra $$ to be better prepared with dependable equipment
IMO  

[youtalk]

OK I bought the Maxx Press 15X15, and its on the way.

Now I just need to figure out how to use the thing. I'm totally dumb with this, I hope I can figure out how to turn the thing on.

[boomerbabe]

You will be fine and Congratulations. I had never even seen a heat press when I got mine and I love it,

[MXRacingDad]

OK I bought the Maxx Press 15X15, and its on the way.

Now I just need to figure out how to use the thing. I'm totally dumb with this, I hope I can figure out how to turn the thing on.

Plug it in and flip the switch you will be fine.

[boomerbabe]

Dad!! you're here then gone. You are missed. How's the elbow

[tonytw]

Hope everyone is ok after the Labor day Holiday and all the Hassle looks like Fall is Here in West Virginia, warm days, cool Nights, Planning on purchasing the New VS - 540 Roland Solvent Printer for our Printing and T Shirt Business, next week,  Have a Great Weekend.... Tony

[MonkeyMeMe]

Tony,,, sounds awesome woohooooo Toys, toys toys

[MXRacingDad]

Just been busy boomer the Bike is finally built and it flies. Few bugs to work out but at least it is finally done. One order of shirts left then I can slow down again maybe. Elbow is doing well.

[MonkeyMeMe]

good to hear,, dad, i have missed ya,, here
MMM