DTF printer, also known as white ink heat transfer printer, is a digital clothing printing machine. Its working principle is to print the design pattern directly onto the PET film, and then transfer the pattern to various types of clothing or other substrates through hot melt powder, hot press and other equipment. The following is a detailed analysis of DTF printers:

1. Definition and working principle of DTF printer
Definition:

DTF is the abbreviation of Direct to Film, that is, direct to film printing technology. DTF printer prints the pattern directly on the PET film through inkjet printing, and then uses hot melt powder and hot press to transfer the pattern to clothing and other substrates.

Working principle:

DTF printer adopts the piezoelectric inkjet printing principle and does not directly contact the surface of the material. The ink is controlled by the internal voltage of the nozzle, and the UV ink is sprayed onto the surface of the PET film, and the ink is cured by ultraviolet rays emitted by the LED lamp. Subsequently, hot melt powder is evenly sprinkled on the pattern, and after high-temperature melting and drying, the pattern is hot-pressed and attached to the substrate such as clothing using a hot press.

2. Advantages of DTF Printers
Widely used:

DTF printing technology is suitable for almost all types of fabrics, including cotton, polyester, nylon, silk, etc., and is not limited by color, and can be printed on dark and light substrates.

Efficient and fast:

DTF printers have fast printing speed, high production efficiency, and do not require complex steps such as plate making, which greatly shortens the preparation cycle.

High output quality:

DTF printed patterns are bright in color, high in saturation, clear in edges, soft to the touch, and resistant to washing and scratching.

Environmentally friendly and sustainable:

The DTF printing process is relatively environmentally friendly, reducing the use of chemical reagents and the discharge of wastewater.

Service:
We provide 1-on-1 video installation guidance and post-machine usage training, and various problem solutions for machine maintenance.

Configuration:

• 2 EPSON i3200-A1 original printheads
• Durable Hoson board
• Front heating guide, drying ink
• Automatic vacuum table, adjustable suction
• LED lighting
• Paper shortage sensor, automatic stop printing
• Ink alarm
• White ink circulation stirring
• Print head automatic moisturizing
• CMYK+white printing
• High-quality THK silent rail

Application:
Printing patterns, completing the production of T-shirts, clothes, hats, pants, denim, bags, shoes, diving materials, cotton, polyester, nylon, fiber and other fabrics through transfer.