DTF Powder | Hot Melt Adhesive for DTF Transfers
In the world of Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing, stunning prints don’t happen by ink alone. One of the most important yet often overlooked elements of the DTF process is the adhesive powder. If you're aiming for long-lasting, stretchable, and high-quality garment transfers, investing in Premium DTF Hot Melt Powder is a must. This essential component ensures your prints bond properly to the fabric, maintaining vibrancy and durability through wash after wash.
What Is DTF Hot Melt Adhesive Powder?
DTF powder, also known as hot melt adhesive powder, is a thermoplastic polymer used to transfer printed designs from PET film to textiles in DTF printing. After printing a design using DTF ink, this powder is applied to the wet ink layer. The coated film is then cured, allowing the powder to melt and form a flexible adhesive layer. When heat-pressed onto fabric, the powder activates and ensures strong, even adhesion between the ink and the garment.
The quality of your adhesive powder determines the durability, elasticity, and wash resistance of your print. Using premium hot melt powder ensures smooth results on cotton, polyester, blends, and more.
Why Choose Violet DTF’s Premium Hot Melt Powder?
Violet DTF's premium-grade powder is engineered to work flawlessly with all DTF inks and PET films. Whether you’re producing bulk t-shirts or custom single pieces, this powder will help you achieve flawless, soft, and stretchable prints every time.
Strong Adhesion on All Fabric Types
This powder ensures powerful bonding to cotton, polyester, poly-cotton blends, leather, nylon, canvas, and more. Violet DTF Hot Melt Powder provides maximum compatibility and holds up under stress, stretch, and movement.
Soft Hand Feel and Flexibility
After transfer, the powder creates a smooth, soft finish on garments. Prints retain flexibility and comfort, making them ideal for fashion apparel, activewear, and custom merchandise.
High Wash Resistance
With proper application, this powder allows prints to withstand 50+ washes without cracking, fading, or peeling. It performs excellently across a range of wash conditions including machine and hand washing.
Even Melt and Dust-Free Coating
Violet DTF's powder melts evenly and adheres smoothly to printed designs. Its fine texture ensures no clumps, no residue, and no unpleasant odors—making your process clean and efficient.
Compatibility with All DTF Setups
Compatible with manual and automatic powder shakers, this hot melt adhesive works across all DTF film types and ink brands. It’s the ideal choice for startups and large-scale print shops alike.
How to Use DTF Powder in the Printing Process
Applying hot melt powder correctly is critical to achieving professional-quality DTF transfers:
- Print: Use a DTF printer to print your design in CMYK + White ink onto PET film.
- Apply Powder: While the ink is still wet, sprinkle hot melt powder over the design. Shake off the excess thoroughly.
- Cure: Cure the film using a heat press, curing oven, or dryer (typically at 300–320°F for 2–3 minutes) until the powder fully melts and forms a glossy layer.
- Transfer: Place the cured film on your garment and heat press for 15–20 seconds at 300–320°F with medium to firm pressure.
- Peel: Peel the film (hot or cold depending on the film type) to reveal your transferred design.
Ideal Use Cases for DTF Adhesive Powder
Violet DTF's premium powder is suitable for a variety of garment types and printing scenarios:
- Custom apparel and merchandise
- Event t-shirts and promotional wear
- Sportswear and team uniforms
- Streetwear and fashion lines
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