A hot melt adhesive powder used in the heat transfer process. Example industries include clothing, luggage, shoe materials, etc.
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Specifications:
- Excellent adhesion to fabric, cotton or blended, TPU and PVC
- Softness to touch
- Ease of processability
- Recommend cure times: 8-15 seconds at 110-130 °C
- Wash performance best at cool temperature (40°C)
What is DTF PreTreat Powder, technically speaking?
DTF PreTreat Powder is a proprietary DTFPRO branded, specially formulated Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) Hot Melt Adhesive Powder, also referred to as transfer powder, transfer film, or DTF Transfer Powder. If that was a mouthful, don't worry, here is what you really need to know.
How do I use DTF PreTreat Powder ?
DTF TRANSFER is accomplished using DTF PreTreat Sheets (aka Transfer Sheets), and DTF PreTreat Powder (aka Transfer Powder).
Step 1 – Melting the Powder
- Place the film with the printed image and the applied powder in a Curing Oven and heat for 2-3 minutes at 212-248 °F
OR
- Place the film inside a heat press, hovering and not applying pressure. A 4 to 7 mm gap between the film and the heat press top plate is recommended, for 3-5 minutes at 284-302 °F. Do not completely close the press.
Step 2 – Pre-pressing
- Pre-press the fabric prior to transfer of the image by the film for 2 to 5 seconds
- Pre-pressing will flatten the fabric and remove excess humidity contained in the fabric
- Pre-pressing helps in successful transfer of the image from the film onto the fabric
Step 3 – Transfer
- The film with the image and the melted powder is placed on the pre-pressed fabric in the heat press
- Press/Cure the image to the fabric for 10-20 seconds at 320-356 °F
