1. What Should You Prepare for DTF Transfer Film Printing?
DTF transfer film printing has progressed from a system based on transformed
Epson desktop printers as well as a bake and shake adhesion manual
application to a system which includes specially-designed printers, adhesive
applicators, as well as adhesive drying dryers.
Printing digital images is done with the image facing down and overlaid with
white that remains tacky until the adhesive powder is poured over the prints,
shaken off, and then cured. The final images are cut and pressed (about 10
minutes) with results that are like direct print screen printing in terms of quality
and durability.
The software contained in the Sublistar solution makes efficient use of media
in order to minimize loss and improve profits and is able to integrate with the
order system of the user to swiftly transfer orders from the web to printing with
no human-computer interaction required until the prints are ready for release.
The requirements for DTF transfer printer do not require significant investment
from the client. You may be currently involved in one of the digital textile
printing processes listed above and would like to expand your business with a
DTF transfer printers or start your journey into digital printing using a DTF
printer, then you need to consider investing in the following.
1. Direct-to-Film Transfer Printer
They are often called DTF-Modified Printers. These printers are generally
basic ink tank printers with six colors like those from Epson L800, L805, L1800
and so on. The reason why you should choose this printer series is because
they are able to work with six tones. This permits for activity because the
CMYK DTF inks can be added to the standard CMYK tanks while the LC and
LM tanks are loaded with white DTF inks. In addition, the rollers used to slide
the pages are taken off to avoid the appearance of 'linings' the white layer that
is printed on the DTF film.
2. DTF PET Films
DTF inkjet printers are used to print aqueous colored inks on PET
(polyethylene terephthalate) film for DTF printing. PET film is employed due to
its non-toxic nature and its dimensional stability when heated. The images are
created on PET film with a mirror shape, so that the image appears "face
downwards."
The final color that is printed is usually white which drys slowly and stays sticky
for the acceptance of powdered glue (a hot melt powder composed by
polyurethane resin). Following the application of the resin by cascading it over
the tacky print and agitating the film to get rid of any powder that is not bonded
and then passing the film through a heat tunnel that causes the adhesive to be
melted and creates bonds with the ink. Once you have exited the tunnel the
adhesive and print are now cooled and now ready for application.
This DTF printing process uses DTF PET films. These aren't like the ones
used in screen printing. They are made with A 0.75mm thickness and have
better transfer properties. On the market, they are often referred as DTF

2. Transfer Films. DTF films are available as Cut Sheets (which can be used in
applications of limited scope) and Rolls (utilized through a commercial
arrangement). Another classification of PET films is determined by the method
of stripping used following transfer. They are classified as either hot-strip or
cold-strip based the temperature they are.
3. Software
The software is a crucial part of the interaction. The software can have a huge
impact on the quality of prints as well as the execution of ink variety as well as
the last print execution on the surface after transfer. DTF requires the use of
RIP software that can deal with CMYK and white shades. The DTF transfer
film printing software manages the numerous options for profiles, ink levels
drop sizes, as well as other elements that contribute to an improved print
outcome.
4. Hot-melt Powder
The DTF printing powder is white, and acts as an adhesive, gluing the shaded
colors used in the print to the filaments within the texture. There are different
grades of DTF hot melt powders that measure in microns. The best grade is
selected based on the specifications.
5. DTF Inks
They are highly planned ink colors that are available for purchase in Cyan,
Magenta, Yellow, Black, and White tones. The White Ink is a distinct
component that spreads out the white background on the film and upon which
the shaded design is produced.
6. Automatic Powder Shaker
Automatic Powder Shaker Automatic Powder Shaker is used in commercial
DTF systems to distribute powder in a uniform manner and remove excess
powder.
7. Oven for Curing
The curing oven is a tiny modern oven that melts the melt that has been placed
to the transfer paper. A heat press device, on the other hand can be used to
accomplish this, but it must be used in no-contact mode.
8. Heat Press Machine
The heat press machine is primarily utilized to transfer the image printed on
the film to the texture. It can also be utilized to heat the melt powder onto the
DTF film. The technique for accomplishing this is described in the procedure
below.