PO-TRY DTF Transfer Film Roll is designed for direct-to-film printing on garments and textile products.
Available in cold peel, hot peel, single-side matte and double-side matte options, the film gives printing businesses greater flexibility when selecting a transfer material for different printers, production speeds and finished effects.Its coated printing surface supports stable ink reception and detailed image output. The film is designed to reduce ink spreading, pinholes, whitening and oily residue during printing, powdering and curing. This DTF film roll is suitable for custom apparel printers, garment factories, transfer manufacturers, print shops, equipment distributors and businesses purchasing DTF printing consumables in bulk.
Key features include:
● Various options: Cold peel, hot peel, single-side matt, double-side matt.Provide more quality choices for customers with different needs
● High quality: no ink spreading, no holes, no whitening, no oil return
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | DTF Transfer Film Roll |
| Product Type | Coated film for direct-to-film textile printing |
| Available Peel Types | Hot peel and cold peel |
| Available Surface Types | Single-side matte and double-side matte |
| Printing Method | Direct-to-film printing |
| Recommended Ink | DTF pigment ink with color and white ink |
| Recommended Adhesive | DTF hot melt powder |
| Recommended Equipment | DTF printer, powder shaker, curing dryer and heat press |
| Supply Form | Roll material |
| Main Applications | T-shirts, hoodies, sportswear, uniforms, denim, fabric bags, caps and other suitable textile products |
| Sample Testing | Available upon request |
| Bulk Purchasing | Contact PO-TRY for available sizes, quantity-based pricing and shipping options |
The coated surface is designed to receive DTF pigment ink without excessive spreading.
Controlled ink reception helps maintain:
The final result also depends on ink volume, printhead condition, RIP settings, printing speed and working environment.
Excessive ink spreading can make small text, thin outlines and detailed artwork appear blurred.
PO-TRY DTF transfer film supports more controlled ink placement, helping preserve image details during color and white ink printing.
Before mass production, the ink limit should be adjusted according to the film coating and selected print mode.
Pinholes may appear when the ink coating, white layer or powder coverage is incomplete.
A stable film surface helps reduce small unprinted gaps and visible holes in solid-color or white ink areas.
For the best result, operators should also check:
White ink forms the backing layer of a DTF transfer and influences the opacity and appearance of the final design.
The film supports stable white ink printing to help produce more consistent coverage behind color graphics.
This is especially important when transferring designs onto:
Whitening may appear as unwanted cloudy areas, uneven release marks or visible changes in the transferred surface.
PO-TRY DTF film is designed for a cleaner release when used with suitable printing, powdering, curing and heat press settings.
Testing is recommended whenever the film, powder, ink or fabric is changed.
Oily marks can appear when ink, powder or curing conditions are not correctly matched.
The DTF film is designed to support a stable curing workflow and reduce visible oily residue on properly processed transfers.
Oil return is not controlled by the film alone. Buyers should also check:
A stable release layer helps the carrier film separate from the transferred image without pulling up fine text or leaving incomplete areas.
Clean peeling is important for:
The peeling method must match the selected hot peel or cold peel film.
Film flatness and surface friction influence feeding accuracy during continuous printing.
Stable film movement helps reduce:
Printer tension, suction and take-up settings should be adjusted according to the film type and roll specification.
Hot peel and cold peel film are not simply different names. They require different operating methods and may suit different production priorities.
The best choice depends on the complete combination of film, ink, powder, heat press and fabric.
A film that performs well in one production line may require different settings in another production environment.
Sample testing is recommended before confirming a repeat bulk order.
The matte treatment mainly affects film handling, printer feeding and surface recognition.
Always confirm which side is designed for printing.
Do not assume that both sides can receive DTF ink simply because both surfaces appear matte.
PO-TRY DTF transfer film is intended for printers using DTF pigment ink, white ink and hot melt powder.
It can be tested with:
Film width must match the printer’s supported media width.
When purchasing film for a new machine, buyers should confirm:
Do not use this textile DTF film in a UV DTF printer. UV DTF printers use a different A/B film system, UV ink and UV curing process.
Related DTF Machine:
2 Printheads 60cm DTF Printer
6 Printheads 9-color 60cm DTF Printer
Produce full-color graphics, logos, text and personalized designs for cotton, polyester and blended T-shirts.
Create detailed transfers for dark and light hoodies without printing directly onto the garment.
Apply names, numbers, sponsor logos and full-color graphics to suitable sportswear and team clothing.
Produce company logos, employee names, department markings and branded graphics for uniforms and work garments.
Transfer detailed designs onto denim jackets, jeans and selected denim accessories after completing compatibility testing.
Decorate tote bags, canvas bags, promotional bags and customized packaging products.
Use appropriately sized transfers for caps and other textile accessories with suitable heat press equipment.
Produce short-run and repeat-order graphics for fashion brands, events, retail promotions and merchandise suppliers.
DTF transfer printing can be used on many textile materials, including:
Transfer temperature, pressure and time should be tested for each material.
Extra care is required with:
For polyester garments with dye migration risk, buyers should also evaluate anti-sublimation hot melt powder and suitable printing settings.
PO-TRY DTF transfer film is suitable for:
Bulk buyers should evaluate more than the price per roll.
Important purchasing factors include:
A low-priced film that causes frequent pinholes, poor release or printer interruptions may increase the actual cost per completed transfer.
PO-TRY provides DTF printing equipment and matching consumables for different production capacities.
A complete DTF printing package may include:
Purchasing the printer and consumables from one supplier makes it easier to test compatibility and establish a stable printing workflow.
This combination is suitable for:
Before confirming a bulk order, test the DTF film under your actual production conditions.
Recommended tests include:
Check whether color and white ink remain sharp without excessive spreading.
Print a large white ink area and inspect it for pinholes, uneven density and coating defects.
Confirm that hot melt powder adheres evenly to the printed white ink and excess powder can be removed.
Check the transfer after curing for oily residue, incomplete powder melting or excessive film deformation.
Confirm that the selected hot peel or cold peel process releases the design completely.
Print small text, thin lines and detailed logos to evaluate edge definition.
Transfer the design onto the customer’s actual fabric rather than relying only on a standard sample cloth.
Print a longer roll to evaluate feeding, winding and coating consistency during continuous production.
DTF transfer film should be protected from moisture, dust, heat and direct sunlight.
Recommended handling practices include:
Sudden environmental changes can affect film flatness, ink absorption and static behavior.
Actual storage conditions and shelf life should follow the information stated on the product packaging.
DTF transfer film is a coated carrier material used to receive color ink, white ink and hot melt powder during direct-to-film printing.
The completed image is transferred from the film onto a garment using heat and pressure.
No.
Textile DTF film is used with pigment ink, white ink, hot melt powder and a heat press.
UV DTF film uses UV ink, varnish, UV curing and an A/B film structure for transferring designs onto suitable hard surfaces.
The two films are not interchangeable.
Hot peel film is removed shortly after heat pressing according to its recommended peeling window.
Cold peel film is removed after the transfer has cooled.
The correct method must match the film type.
Neither option is universally better.
Hot peel film is useful for faster production, while cold peel film offers a more controlled cooling and peeling process.
The best option depends on the printer, powder, fabric, heat press and production speed.
Double-side matte DTF film has a matte surface treatment on both sides.
It can provide additional friction for stable feeding in compatible printers. The designated printing side must still be confirmed before loading.
Not necessarily.
Double-side matte refers to the surface treatment and handling characteristics. It does not automatically mean both sides have the same printable coating.
Always identify the designated printing side.
Ink spreading may be caused by excessive ink volume, incompatible ink, an unstable film coating, incorrect environmental conditions or unsuitable RIP settings.
The printer profile and ink limit should be adjusted for the selected film.
Pinholes may be related to nozzle problems, uneven white ink, insufficient ink density, film coating, powder coverage or curing conditions.
The entire production process should be checked rather than evaluating the film alone.
Oily residue may result from excessive ink, unsuitable powder, incomplete curing, excessive humidity or poor exhaust.
Check the film, ink, powder and dryer settings together.
The film can be tested with compatible DTF printers using common Epson-based printhead configurations.
Final compatibility depends on the printer, ink system, film width and operating settings.
Available film specifications should be matched to the printer’s media width.
Please provide the printer model and required film width when requesting a quotation.
Yes.
Please provide your printer model, ink brand, powder type, required peel method and film width so that a suitable sample can be discussed.
Please provide:
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