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We specialize in high-quality DTF gang sheet printing with fast turnaround and professional service across Melbourne and Victoria. Our custom DTF heat transfers work on cotton, polyester, blends, and specialty fabrics, delivering vibrant, durable prints.

We offer both white DTF powder for standard applications and black DTF powder for anti-sublimation, ensuring excellent opacity and preventing dye migration on dark or sublimated fabrics.

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What is DTF Printing?

Direct to Film (DTF) printing is a recently developed heat transfer printing technology in the garment and textile printing industry. It involves printing custom designs or images directly onto a specialized film, which is then transferred onto the fabric or surface using a heat press.

One of the main benefits of DTF printing is its versatility. The colour printing on DTF transfer film can be transferred on to a wide range of materials, including cotton, polyester, blends, canvas, leather, and more. The adhesive powder used in DTF printing is designed to bond with the surface of the material, creating a durable and long-lasting image that won’t crack or peel over time. DTF printing offers a flexible and customizable option for printing on different materials, making it a popular choice for customizing clothing, T-shirt, tote bags, hats, workwear, uniforms and other products.

DTF printing has made significant progress in recent years, with improvements in ink formulation and printing technology resulting in higher quality prints with greater durability. With our 7-color DTF printer, we can achieve high-quality, vibrant printing. The additional color options allow for finer details and smoother gradients, resulting in a more realistic and vivid print. The color gamut is also increased, allowing for a wider range of colors to be reproduced with accuracy.

Our DTF printing process allows for high-resolution printing up to 2880 dpi, resulting in sharp and detailed images. This level of detail is especially important for designs with intricate patterns or small text which will be transferred on to T shirt or uniforms etc.

What we can make with DTF printing transfer films?

DTF prints can be transferred onto a wide range of products including t-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, aprons, caps, hats, bags, shoes, socks, workwear, uniforms, and many other textile and fabric materials. DTF printing is particularly popular for customizing and personalizing apparel and accessories for events, teams, businesses, and personal use, including workwear and uniforms. It can also be used for printing designs on home decor items such as cushions, curtains, and tablecloths. Additionally, DTF printing is ideal for creating custom designed adhesive stickers, decals, and digital transfer decals for a variety of purposes. This versatile printing technology can also produce vinyl transfers and iron on transfers, making it an attractive option for a wide range of industries including fashion, sports, hospitality, and promotional marketing.

DTF Printing Process

  1. Design Preparation and prepress: The first step in DTF printing is preparing the design to be printed on the transfer film. The design can be created using graphic design software, or it can be a pre-existing image that is scanned or uploaded.
  2. Printing: Once the design is ready, it is printed onto the DTF transfer film using a DTF printer. The printer lays down the special DTF ink onto the film in the shape of the design.
  3. Adhesive Powder Application: While the DTF ink is still wet on the transfer film, a layer of adhesive powder is applied using a shacking powder machine. The adhesive powder sticks to the ink, creating a bond that will later be transferred to the garment.
  4. Drying: After the adhesive powder has been applied, the transfer film is then placed into a tunnel dryer. The heat from the dryer melts the adhesive powder, which bonds to the ink, creating a durable and long-lasting transfer.
  5. Transfer: The transfer film is then placed onto the garment, and heat is applied using a heat press machine. The heat and pressure from the machine cause the transfer film to bond with the garment’s fabric, effectively transferring the design from the transfer film onto the garment.
  6. Peeling: After the transfer has been made, the transfer film is peeled off the garment, leaving behind the design.

Overall, the DTF printing process results in high-quality, vibrant prints that are durable and long-lasting. The adhesive powder and melting process ensure that the design is securely bonded to the garment, making it suitable for a variety of applications, including textile and garment printing, like T shirts, uniforms, workwear, caps, tote bags etc.

Advantages of DTF Printing Transfers

Vibrant Full Color

Suitable for various materials and garments.

Versatile

Suitable for various materials and garments.

Soft & Stretchy Feel

Ensures comfort and flexibility.

Cost-Effective

No setup costs or minimum quantity requirements.

Extremely Durable

No fading, peeling, or cracking.

Fast Turnaround

Quick production and easy application.

Our equipment

We have many advanced technology equipment to create vibrant, high-quality prints with excellent color accuracy and all the heat transfer films we print are Highly durable, stretch and wash resistant, no fading, cracking or peeling.

7 colour DTF printer

Our DTF printer use 7 ink colour system (CMYK+LM+LC+W),
• Cyan (C)
• Magenta (M)
• Yellow (Y)
• Key (K)
• Light Cyan (LC)
• Light Magenta (LM)
• White (W)
which allows us to create vibrant, high-quality prints with excellent color accuracy. The printer uses special DTF inks that are designed to bond with the adhesive layer and transfer film, ensuring that the print stays vibrant and durable over time.

Auto Shacking adhesive powder and conveyor tunnel drying machine

After the print is finished, special designed DTF adhesive powder is added to the surface of the ink while it is still wet. The transfer film is then passed through a conveyor tunnel drying system, which heats the film and melts the adhesive powder, securing the bond above the ink at the back side of the transfer film. The result is a high-quality print that is ready to be applied to the desired product. The auto shacking feature ensures that the adhesive powder is evenly distributed, resulting in consistent and high-quality prints every time.

How to Press DTF Transfers

Step 1

Preheat the Press:
Set your heat press to the recommended temperature, typically around 135-160°C (275-325°F), adjusting based on the garment’s thickness and material.

Step 2

Prepare the Garment:
Place the garment on the heat press and pre-press for 3-5 seconds to eliminate moisture and wrinkles.

Step 3​

Position the Transfer:
Place the DTF transfer film onto the garment with the printed side facing down. Cover it with a Teflon sheet or parchment paper to protect it during pressing.

Step 4​

Press the Transfer:
Close the heat press and apply firm pressure for 10-15 seconds. Adjust the time and pressure based on the garment material and thickness.

Step 5​

Peel the Film:
Open the press and carefully peel the film immediately (hot peel). If the garment’s thickness makes immediate peeling difficult, allow it to cool slightly before peeling. Always peel from a corner using a rolling motion.

Step 6​

Post-Press or Second  Press (Optional):
For extra durability, cover the design with a Teflon sheet and press again for 5-10 seconds. This helps to ensure the transfer is fully adhered and enhances durability.

Tips for Optimal DTF Transfer Results

Test Samples:

Always test with sample prints on different materials to achieve the best DTF transfer press results.

Avoid Overheating:

Ensure you do not overheat the DTF transfers to prevent damage.

Peel Technique:

Start peeling from a corner, using a rolling motion for best transfer results.

Clean Heat Plate:

Clean the heat press plate between pressing different color garments to avoid color transfer.

Quality Heat Press:

Use a high-quality heat press to ensure even temperature distribution across the heat plate.

Adequate Pressure:

Ensure there is enough and appropriate pressure to guarantee the quality of the transfer.

DTF Heat Transfer Garments Washing Instruction

To ensure the longevity of your DTF printed garments, it’s important to follow these washing guidelines: • Wash in cold water only to prevent fading or bleeding of colors. • Do not dry clean as it may damage the print. • Avoid tumble drying as it can cause the print to crack or peel. • Do not iron directly on the printed logo to prevent any damage to the design. • Avoid using bleach or fabric softeners, as they can affect the quality and durability of the print. Following these simple washing instructions will help your DTF printed garments maintain their vibrant colors and sharp details for years to come.

Garments Manufacturer’s Recommendations

Always check the garments manufacturer’s guidelines for specific temperature and pressure settings.By following these steps and tips, you can ensure high-quality, durable, and vibrant DTF transfers for various garment types and materials.

Why Choose Us?​

At our printing company, we’re committed to providing our customers with the highest quality DTF printing services. Here’s why you should choose us:

By choosing us for your DTF printing needs, you can rest assured that you’re getting the highest quality prints, the latest technology, and exceptional customer service. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you with your printing needs.

However, with our DTF gang printing services, we can print all of the designs onto a single large transfer sheet. This allows for multiple designs to be printed at once, which not only saves time but also reduces the cost of printing. By utilizing gang sheet printing, we can fit multiple designs onto a single sheet, allowing for more jobs to be completed at once, resulting in faster turnaround times and cost savings.

Furthermore, since our DTF printing technology allows for printing on a wide range of garment types and materials, including those with buttons and zippers, we can fulfill all of your printing needs in one place. Whether you need to print on cotton, polyester, or a blend of materials, we’ve got you covered.

At our printing company, we understand the importance of quality and timeliness when it comes to delivering your products. That’s why we’ve invested in the latest DTF printing equipment and software, allowing us to offer top-quality gang printing services with quick turnaround times. Whether you need a few shirts printed or a large order fulfilled, we’ve got the expertise and technology to make it happen. So why not save time and money by choosing our DTF gang printing services?

What is DTF gang printing and why it has cost-saving benefits？

Imagine you run a small clothing business that specializes in personalized T-shirts. You receive a large order from a local sports team, who want their team logo printed on the front of each shirt. Additionally, each shirt needs to have a player’s name and number printed on the back. This would typically require multiple screens and setups for each design, leading to increased costs and longer turnaround times.

However, with our DTF gang printing services, we can print all of the designs onto a single large transfer sheet. This allows for multiple designs to be printed at once, which not only saves time but also reduces the cost of printing. By utilizing gang sheet printing, we can fit multiple designs onto a single sheet, allowing for more jobs to be completed at once, resulting in faster turnaround times and cost savings.

Furthermore, since our DTF printing technology allows for printing on a wide range of garment types and materials, including those with buttons and zippers, we can fulfill all of your printing needs in one place. Whether you need to print on cotton, polyester, or a blend of materials, we’ve got you covered.

At our printing company, we understand the importance of quality and timeliness when it comes to delivering your products. That’s why we’ve invested in the latest DTF printing equipment and software, allowing us to offer top-quality gang printing services with quick turnaround times. Whether you need a few shirts printed or a large order fulfilled, we’ve got the expertise and technology to make it happen. So why not save time and money by choosing our DTF gang printing services?

Artwork Requirements

File Submission:
Please upload or email your print-ready DTF gang sheet file in PNG format with a transparent background to print@dtfhub-com-au.preview-domain.com. Ensure the file is 300 DPI resolution, with an exact width of 58 cm and any height up to a maximum of 5 meters.

Artwork Quality Guidelines:

    • DTF printing does not handle semi-transparency or thin lines/fonts smaller than 5px (0.5mm) well. To ensure a high-quality print that adheres well to your garment, please avoid using these elements in your design.
    • We print DTF transfers exactly as provided. We are not responsible for unsatisfactory prints resulting from poor or incorrect artwork.

Large File Transfers:
For files larger than 10MB, please send them via WeTransfer.

DIY Gang Sheet Builder:
If you need to create your own DTF gang sheet files, we provide a free DTF gang sheet builder (DIY) for your convenience.

Professional Gang Sheet Creation Service:
If you require a professional gang sheet creation service, please send us all individual artwork files, named with the size and quantity (QTY) required for each design.

Copyright Responsibility:
Please ensure that you have the legal rights to use all images you provide for printing. We are not responsible for verifying copyright ownership or any copyright issues related to the images you supply. By submitting your artwork, you confirm that you own the rights or have permission to use the images.

Why DTF Printing Cannot Handle Semi-Transparency and Thin Lines

DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing works by first printing colored ink, followed by a layer of white ink beneath it to create an opaque base. Because of this process, semi-transparent elements do not print as intended—even if a color appears faint or has a soft shadow effect in the design, the printer will still apply a solid white base beneath it. This results in unexpected color shifts and a loss of the intended transparency effect.

Additionally, to prevent visible white edges after pressing, DTF printing automatically shrinks the white ink layer slightly. While this works well for most designs, extremely thin lines and small details (under 5px or 0.5mm) may lose their white backing entirely, meaning the heat adhesive powder cannot properly bond to the design. This leads to pressing failures where the print does not fully transfer to the garment. Disabling the white ink shrinkage to accommodate fine details would instead create unwanted white outlines, reducing print quality.

How to Adjust Your Design for Best Results

  • For semi-transparent effects, use halftone patterns to simulate transparency or adjust colors based on the garment’s actual color.
  • For thin lines or intricate details, consider adding a slightly thicker outline in a matching shade to ensure proper adhesion while maintaining the design’s look.

By making these adjustments, you can achieve high-quality, durable prints without compromising your design’s integrity.

DTF Printing vs Screen Printing​

DTF printing offers more versatility, faster turnaround, and better quality prints than screen printing, especially for small runs and complex designs.

1. MOQ:

DTF printing has not Minimum Order Quantity limit. It can handle small quantity orders, even as low as one piece, whereas screen printing is not cost-effective for small runs due to the complex set-up process involved.

DTF printing is better for printing multiple colors, gradients, and rich images, while screen printing is better suited for a few solid colors.

DTF printing can achieve a higher level of detail than screen printing because it is a digital printing process. With screen printing, the level of detail is limited by the mesh size of the screen used to apply the ink. DTF printing can produce very fine details and small text, which may not be achievable with screen printing.

DTF printing is not limited by frame size, while screen printing is limited by the size of the screen frame.

DTF printing uses water-based pigment ink which results in a very soft touch and feel of the garment compared to screen printing which uses thicker inks like plastisol or water-based paint.

DTF printing is more durable than screen printing due to the adhesive powder used, which creates a strong bond between the ink and the transfer film, resulting in no cracking or peeling, and more flexibility.

Because there are only fewer steps involved in the process, DTF printing is a quicker process compared to screen printing as it eliminates the need for film, exposure, screen making and drying process. And there for screen printing each color requires a separate screen and printing pass, which can add time to the process.

DTF printing can be more cost-effective than screen printing for small orders because there are no screen set-up costs. For customized and personalized design DTF printing is a good choice. However, for larger orders, and simple colours, screen printing may be more cost-effective due to economies of scale.

DTF Printing vs Colour Vinyl Heat Transfer Printing

HTV printing requires printing, cutting, weeding, and heat pressing vinyl onto fabric. It has color and material limitations, with a thicker feel and potential cracking over time. The process is time-consuming and less efficient for complex designs.

DTF printing eliminates weeding, supports vibrant, full-color prints with fine details, and adheres to various fabrics, including cotton, polyester, and blends. The result is a softer, more durable finish, making it a more versatile and efficient choice.

1. Touch and feel:

DTF printing results in a soft touch and feel on the garment due to the thin layer of pigment ink and adhesive transfer. Vinyl Heat Transfer Printing (HTV) use thicker vinyl print media and ink, resulting in a less soft feel.

DTF printing does not require cutting and weeding process, allowing for transparent details to be printed directly onto the garment. Vinyl Heat Transfer Printing requires cutting and weeding process, which can be challenging for fine details and small letters.

DTF printing does not require a cutting machine or weeding process, which can result in a quicker turnaround time compared to Vinyl Heat Transfer Printing.

DTF printing uses an adhesive powder that can create a strong bond between the ink and the garment, resulting in a more durable print compared to Vinyl Heat Transfer Printing.

DTF Printing vs Heat Transfer Vinyl Cutting

Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV) cutting uses a plotter to cut designs from vinyl sheets, which are then weeded and heat-pressed onto fabric. This method is best for simple, single-color designs but is time-consuming and less effective for intricate details or full-color prints.

DTF printing offers a superior alternative, allowing high-resolution, full-color transfers with fine details and no weeding required. It works on various fabrics, including cotton and polyester, delivering a more efficient, durable, and flexible printing solution.

1. Color Limit:

DTF printing allows for a wider range of colors and gradients, as it uses water-based pigment ink that can produce vibrant and complex color blends. On the other hand, vinyl cutting transfer is limited to a set number of colors and is better suited for simple designs with solid colors.

DTF printing produces high-quality prints with sharp details and a smooth finish. It can handle complex designs with fine lines and small text without compromising the quality of the print. Vinyl cutting transfer, on the other hand, can produce lower quality prints, especially when dealing with fine details or intricate designs.

DTF printing is a faster method compared to vinyl cutting transfer, as it eliminates the need for cutting process and manual weeding. This makes it ideal for quick turnarounds and rush orders. Vinyl cutting transfer requires manual labor and can be time-consuming, especially for large orders.

DTF printing produces a soft and flexible print that feels comfortable to the touch. It uses a thin layer of water-based pigment ink and adhesive powder that adheres to the fabric without adding any weight or stiffness. Vinyl cutting transfer, on the other hand, can produce a heavier and stiffer print that may not feel as comfortable on the fabric.

DTF printing produces a highly durable print that can withstand multiple washes and wear without cracking or peeling off. The adhesive powder used in DTF printing provides extra strength and flexibility to the print, making it ideal for sportswear and other high-activity garments. Vinyl cutting transfer, however, may not be as durable and can peel off over time, especially when exposed to high temperatures or frequent washing.

DTF Printing vs. Sublimation Printing

Sublimation printing uses heat to transfer dye onto polyester fabrics or coated materials, creating vibrant, long-lasting prints. However, it only works on light-colored polyester and coated surfaces.

DTF printing, in contrast, works on cotton, polyester, and blends, supports full-color designs on any fabric color, and delivers superior durability. With no coating required, DTF is a more versatile and efficient choice for custom apparel and promotional products.

1. Material compatibility:

DTF printing can be done on a wider range of materials, including cotton and synthetic fabrics, whereas sublimation printing requires a polyester or polymer-coated substrate. This makes DTF printing a more versatile option for printing on various types of fabrics and materials.

Sublimation printing is best suited for light-colored or white substrates, as the sublimation ink is translucent and does not show up well on dark colors. DTF printing, on the other hand, can be used on both light and dark colored garments, providing more color options for designs on dark colour T shirt printing or garment and uniform printing.

Both DTF printing and sublimation printing offer excellent durability, with the ink penetrating the fibers of the fabric for long-lasting results. However, sublimation printing may fade over time with exposure to UV light, whereas DTF printing is more resistant to fading.

DTF printing can achieve higher resolution and sharper details compared to sublimation printing, which can sometimes result in a slightly blurred or fuzzy image.

DTF Printing vs DTG Printing

DTG printing has been a popular choice for printing full-color designs directly onto garments using specialized inkjet printers. However, DTF printing, which uses a heat transfer process to apply designs, has several advantages over DTG printing. Why DTF Printing is a Better Choice?

1. Garment Compatibility:

DTF printing can be applied to a wide range of garment types, including those with buttons and zippers, due to its heat transfer process after printing DTF film finished. This makes DTF printing a better choice for those who want to print on different types of garments. DTG printing, on the other hand, requires a flat surface to print on due to the limited space between printing platform and printhead, which means garments with buttons, zippers, and pockets cannot be printed.

DTF printing can be applied to a variety of materials, including cotton, polyester, and blends, while DTG printing is designed primarily for 100% cotton garments. This gives DTF printing a wider range of material options to work with.

DTF printing can print designs in larger sizes and gang sheet printing can accommodate different shapes and sizes of design. DTG printing, on the other hand, is typically limited to A3-sized prints and flat surfaces.

DTF printing has a faster turnaround time compared to DTG printing because it doesn’t require the pre-treatment process that DTG printing requires. Additionally, DTF printing allows for multiple pictures and designs to be printed at once, while DTG printing is a slower, one-by-one printing process.

DTF printing is generally less expensive than DTG printing, making it a more cost-effective option for those looking to print designs on garments.

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Address: 5/59 Malvern Street, Bayswater, Victoria 3153

Email: print@dtfhub-com-au.preview-domain.com

Mobile: 0418 108 999

 

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