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Can I switch out the ink in my DTF printer by myself?

Can I switch out the ink in my DTF printer by m...

There are plenty of manufacturers and distributors who’ll tell you it’s no problem to switch to their DTF inks, and technically, they’re right. However, if you don’t make the change...

Can I switch out the ink in my DTF printer by m...

There are plenty of manufacturers and distributors who’ll tell you it’s no problem to switch to their DTF inks, and technically, they’re right. However, if you don’t make the change...

Difference Between Cold, Warm, Hot, and Instant Peel DTF Film

Difference Between Cold, Warm, Hot, and Instant...

In DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing, the terms cold peel, warm peel, hot peel, and instant peel refer to the different methods and temperatures at which the transfer film is removed after...

Difference Between Cold, Warm, Hot, and Instant...

In DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing, the terms cold peel, warm peel, hot peel, and instant peel refer to the different methods and temperatures at which the transfer film is removed after...

What does Oeko-Tex Certification mean?

What does Oeko-Tex Certification mean?

OEKO-TEX is a certification system for textiles that ensures a product is free from harmful chemicals and safe for human use. The full name is OEKO-TEX Standard 100, and it...

What does Oeko-Tex Certification mean?

OEKO-TEX is a certification system for textiles that ensures a product is free from harmful chemicals and safe for human use. The full name is OEKO-TEX Standard 100, and it...

What film should you go with?

What film should you go with?

There is a wealth of information available about DTF film, but not all of it is entirely accurate. Many distributors and manufacturers are not printers, which can lead to incorrect...

What film should you go with?

There is a wealth of information available about DTF film, but not all of it is entirely accurate. Many distributors and manufacturers are not printers, which can lead to incorrect...

The Growing Industry of Direct-to-Film (DTF) Printing: Revolutionizing the Custom Apparel Market

The Growing Industry of Direct-to-Film (DTF) Pr...

The Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing industry is experiencing explosive growth, quickly becoming one of the most innovative and versatile printing methods in the custom apparel and textile markets. With its rise...

The Growing Industry of Direct-to-Film (DTF) Pr...

The Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing industry is experiencing explosive growth, quickly becoming one of the most innovative and versatile printing methods in the custom apparel and textile markets. With its rise...