ORCA 11 oz. Black Sublimation Ceramic Mug Blanks - 36/Case
Product Type:
Black Mugs
Product Details
xThe ORCA 11 oz black sublimation ceramic mug pairs a glossy black body with a white imprint patch, sold 36 per case in Decal or Screen Print versions.
Sublimation ink is transparent and there is no white ink, so the coated patch is your printable window and a design outside it would vanish. Decal gives a glossier surface and sharper edge for photos. Screen Print sits flatter against the glaze for logos and text. Print shops and custom gift businesses reach for this black mug for in-memoriam gifts and band merch, and because it photographs well against white for online listings.
Personalized ceramic mugs commonly sell for $12 to $22; for example, selling memorial mugs at $15, one Screen Print case returns $540 against $96.28 in blanks.
Specifications
- Capacity: 11 oz
- Size: 3.78 in tall, 3.23 in diameter
- Material: lead and BPA-free ceramic
- SGS tested to 3,500 dishwasher cycles
- SKUs: 21145-1 Screen Print, 21146 Decal
- Screen Print: $96.28 per case, about $2.67 each
- Decal: $113.00 per case, about $3.14 each
- Imprint area: 7.71 x 3.35 in. (W x H)
Who buys it
- Memorial and in-memoriam gift makers
- Bridal party orders
- Band, gym and Halloween merch
Why buy it from Photo USA
With case pricing from $96.28, Photo USA is one of the best places to buy black patch mug blanks wholesale. The patch carries ORCA Coatings®. We pack and ship most mug cases the same or next day from Fremont, CA and Kentucky. There is a one case minimum, and the mug ROI guide shows how fast a case pays back. Sourced and distributed by Photo USA Corp.
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| SKU | 21145-1 |
| Height | 3.78 in |
| Diameter | ø3.23 in |
| Color | Black w/ white imprint patch, |
| Volume | 11 fl oz |
| PKG/PCS | 36/units |
| Material | Ceramic |
| Coating brand | ORCA Coatings® |
| Decoration process | Dye Sublimation |
| Decoration location | Fremont ,CA |
| Manufacturer | Photo USA Electronic Graphic Inc. |
Shipping & Return
xShipping
Most orders ship within 24 hours from our Fremont, CA or Kentucky warehouse, whichever gets your order to you fastest. See our full Shipping Policy for delivery estimates, international restrictions, and weight-based rate details.
Returns
14-day return window from the date of delivery, on unused items in their original packaging. Contact us before sending anything back to get a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number.
If an item arrives damaged, incorrect, or not as described, we cover return shipping and there is no restocking fee. For returns due to a change of mind or an ordering error, return shipping is the customer’s responsibility, original shipping charges are non-refundable, and a 20% restocking fee applies.
See our full Refund Policy for details.
FAQ
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Why does a black mug need a patch?
Sublimation ink is transparent and there's no white ink. On black glaze a design would vanish. The white patch gives you a printable window with accurate color.
Decal or Screen Print, which do I pick?
Decal has a glossier surface and a sharper patch edge, better for photos. Screen Print sits flatter against the glaze for a more built-in look, better for logos and text.
What do people make with black mugs?
In-memoriam mugs, bridal parties, band and gym merch. Black photographs well against a white background, which is why online sellers like it.
Can I print outside the patch for the 11 oz. Black Sublimation Ceramic Mug?
No. Only the patch is coated.
Specs and case?
11 oz., 3.78 in tall, 3.23 in diameter, 36 per case.
Is the coating tested and certified for the 11 oz. Black Sublimation Ceramic Mug?
ORCA Coatings passed SGS testing at 3,500 dishwasher cycles.
How much can I make selling black sublimation mugs with a white patch?
Personalized ceramic mugs commonly sell for $12 to $22; blanks cost about $2.67 for Screen Print, so for example at $15 per finished mug a case of 36 returns $540, which is $443.72 over the $96.28 case price.
Is a black patch mug better for a memorial gift seller or a band merch shop?
Both buy it, but memorial and in-memoriam sellers get the most from it because the black body reads respectful and the patch keeps photos accurate. Band and gym merch is the second market.
Where can I buy 11 oz black sublimation mug blanks in bulk?
Photo USA sells them at $96.28 per case of 36 for Screen Print and $113.00 for Decal, about $2.67 to $3.14 each. One case minimum, shipping within 24 hours from Fremont, CA and Kentucky.
What temperature should I press an 11 oz black patch mug at?
Use 365 to 390°F (185 to 200°C) for 120 to 180 seconds in a mug press, medium pressure, image mirrored, and keep the design inside the patch. Our sublimation time and temperature chart has the rest.
How do I order black patch mugs and how fast do they ship?
Pick Decal or Screen Print, add a case to your cart, and it ships within 24 hours. Contact us for pallet or multi-case pricing.
When should I order 11 oz black mugs for Christmas sales?
Order by early November for the best lead time, and no later than the end of November so finished mugs reach customers before Christmas. We ship within 24 hours.
Which black mugs sell best for the holidays?
Photo mugs on the Decal version, since its glossier patch suits photographs, plus Halloween designs in October. Black also photographs well on white for holiday listings.
What memorial and pet memorial designs work on black mugs with a white patch?
A loved one's photo with birth and passing dates, a pet portrait with a paw print and the pet's name, a favorite quote in clean type, and a rainbow bridge design.
What Halloween and band merch designs sell on 11 oz black patch mugs?
Spooky photo booth pictures from a Halloween party, band logos and tour dates, gym logos with a motto, and a horror movie night design.
Are pet portrait mugs a good holiday gift to sell in 2026?
Yes. Pet gifts are among the strongest holiday trends this year. The white patch on a black mug frames a pet photo cleanly; try a pet portrait with the pet's name, a dog dad or cat mom mug, or a Santa hat pet design, and add a pet name field at checkout.
What size should my artwork be for the 11 oz. Black Ceramic Mug?
Set up your artwork at 2440 x 1088 pixels at 300 DPI, which is 8.13 x 3.63 inches (width x height) including bleed. The finished print area is 7.71 x 3.35 inches, so keep text and faces inside it. Photo USA sells the 11 oz. Black Ceramic Mug at $96.28 to $113.00 for a case of 36, with a one case minimum.
Sublimation ink is transparent and there's no white ink. On black glaze a design would vanish. The white patch gives you a printable window with accurate color.
Decal or Screen Print, which do I pick?
Decal has a glossier surface and a sharper patch edge, better for photos. Screen Print sits flatter against the glaze for a more built-in look, better for logos and text.
What do people make with black mugs?
In-memoriam mugs, bridal parties, band and gym merch. Black photographs well against a white background, which is why online sellers like it.
Can I print outside the patch for the 11 oz. Black Sublimation Ceramic Mug?
No. Only the patch is coated.
Specs and case?
11 oz., 3.78 in tall, 3.23 in diameter, 36 per case.
Is the coating tested and certified for the 11 oz. Black Sublimation Ceramic Mug?
ORCA Coatings passed SGS testing at 3,500 dishwasher cycles.
How much can I make selling black sublimation mugs with a white patch?
Personalized ceramic mugs commonly sell for $12 to $22; blanks cost about $2.67 for Screen Print, so for example at $15 per finished mug a case of 36 returns $540, which is $443.72 over the $96.28 case price.
Is a black patch mug better for a memorial gift seller or a band merch shop?
Both buy it, but memorial and in-memoriam sellers get the most from it because the black body reads respectful and the patch keeps photos accurate. Band and gym merch is the second market.
Where can I buy 11 oz black sublimation mug blanks in bulk?
Photo USA sells them at $96.28 per case of 36 for Screen Print and $113.00 for Decal, about $2.67 to $3.14 each. One case minimum, shipping within 24 hours from Fremont, CA and Kentucky.
What temperature should I press an 11 oz black patch mug at?
Use 365 to 390°F (185 to 200°C) for 120 to 180 seconds in a mug press, medium pressure, image mirrored, and keep the design inside the patch. Our sublimation time and temperature chart has the rest.
How do I order black patch mugs and how fast do they ship?
Pick Decal or Screen Print, add a case to your cart, and it ships within 24 hours. Contact us for pallet or multi-case pricing.
When should I order 11 oz black mugs for Christmas sales?
Order by early November for the best lead time, and no later than the end of November so finished mugs reach customers before Christmas. We ship within 24 hours.
Which black mugs sell best for the holidays?
Photo mugs on the Decal version, since its glossier patch suits photographs, plus Halloween designs in October. Black also photographs well on white for holiday listings.
What memorial and pet memorial designs work on black mugs with a white patch?
A loved one's photo with birth and passing dates, a pet portrait with a paw print and the pet's name, a favorite quote in clean type, and a rainbow bridge design.
What Halloween and band merch designs sell on 11 oz black patch mugs?
Spooky photo booth pictures from a Halloween party, band logos and tour dates, gym logos with a motto, and a horror movie night design.
Are pet portrait mugs a good holiday gift to sell in 2026?
Yes. Pet gifts are among the strongest holiday trends this year. The white patch on a black mug frames a pet photo cleanly; try a pet portrait with the pet's name, a dog dad or cat mom mug, or a Santa hat pet design, and add a pet name field at checkout.
What size should my artwork be for the 11 oz. Black Ceramic Mug?
Set up your artwork at 2440 x 1088 pixels at 300 DPI, which is 8.13 x 3.63 inches (width x height) including bleed. The finished print area is 7.71 x 3.35 inches, so keep text and faces inside it. Photo USA sells the 11 oz. Black Ceramic Mug at $96.28 to $113.00 for a case of 36, with a one case minimum.
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