Applying our heat transfers and DTF transfers is super simple. Follow the steps and instructions below to achieve perfect results on your next project!
1) No Teflon Sheets, Covers or Pillows. Ever.
Never use teflon sheets, covers or pillows with any of our plastisol formulas. They dissipate the heat too much, resulting in a poorly applied transfer.
2) Calibrate Your Heat Press.
You will need to use a quality Infrared (IR) Temperature Gun (Contactless) to ensure your heat press is heating evenly and accurately. You should do this each and every time you start a new pressing cycle.
3) Pressure, Pressure, Pressure.
Plastisol transfers will give you a quality and long-lasting decoration solution, but you HAVE to ensure you are using adequate and even pressure. This will ensure the formula properly adheres to your garment. Not using enough pressure can result in poorly applied plastisol transfers.
4) Water resistant, waterproof, and fireproof garments:
We recommend testing a sample on your item before production. Water resistant, waterproof and fireproof garments may not accept a heat transfer application.
Athletic Formula
NO TEFLON SHEETS, COVERS or PILLOWS
Temperature: 325 Degrees Fahrenheit
Time: 7 Seconds
Pressure: High Pressure (8-9 Manual, 60PSI Automatic)
Peel: Hot Peel
Performance Formula
NO TEFLON SHEETS, COVERS or PILLOWS
Temperature: 300 Degrees Fahrenheit
Time: 7 Seconds
Pressure: Max Pressure (8-9 Manual, 60PSI Automatic)
Peel: Hot Peel
Fashion Formula (Lights, Darks, Spot)
NO TEFLON SHEETS, COVERS or PILLOWS
Temperature: 350 Degrees Fahrenheit
Time: 7 Seconds
Pressure: Max Pressure (8-9 Manual, 60PSI Automatic)
Peel: Hot Peel
Vintage Formula
NO TEFLON SHEETS, COVERS or PILLOWS
Temperature: 375 Degrees Fahrenheit
Time: 7 Seconds
Pressure: Max Pressure (8-9 Manual, 60PSI Automatic)
Peel: Hot Peel
Nylon Formula
NO TEFLON SHEETS, COVERS or PILLOWS
Temperature: 300 Degrees Fahrenheit
Time: 7 Seconds
Pressure: Max Pressure (8-9 Manual, 60PSI Automatic)
Peel: Hot Peel
Non-Woven Formula
NO TEFLON SHEETS, COVERS or PILLOWS
Temperature: 250 Degrees Fahrenheit
Time: 7 Seconds
Pressure: Max Pressure (8-9 Manual, 60PSI Automatic)
Peel: Hot Peel
Foil Formula
NO TEFLON SHEETS, COVERS or PILLOWS
STEP 1 (Applying Foil Formula To Garment)
Temperature: 350 Degrees Fahrenheit
Time: 7 Seconds
Pressure: Max Pressure (8-9 Manual, 60PSI Automatic)
Peel: Hot Peel
STEP 2 (Applying Foil To Foil Formula)
Temperature: 350 Degrees Fahrenheit
Time: 7 Seconds
Pressure: Max Pressure (8-9 Manual, 60PSI Automatic)
Peel: Cold Peel
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Direct To Film Formula
STEP 1 (Applying DTF Transfers to Garment)
Temperature: 300 Degrees Fahrenheit for Cotton, 285 Degrees Fahrenheit for Polyester
Time: 10 Seconds for Cotton, 8 Seconds for Polyester
Pressure: Max Pressure (8-9 Manual, 60PSI Automatic)
Peel: Hot Peel
STEP 2 (Parchment Paper)
Cover with parchment paper or Teflon (not included) and press for an additional 5 seconds.
Temperature: 300 Degrees Fahrenheit
Time: 5 Seconds
Pressure: Max Pressure (8-9 Manual, 60PSI Automatic)
Peel: Hot Peel