DTF Printer

DTF is the abbreviation of direct-to-film. DTF printers are mainly used in the clothing industry, especially used to print t-shirts. DTF printer prints designed patterns to PET film, scattering hot melt powder on images uniformly, then through high temperature melting and baking it, ultimately, cutting PET films. Finally, we use a heat press machine to press patterns on clothes. Thus, we complete the full clothing printing process. DTF printing is an advanced technology for PET film printing. We are an experienced manufacturer and supplier of DTF printers. Our DTF printers supply easy printing methods, high production efficiency, stable quality, fast printing feed, etc. Moreover, we equip powder shaking machines for DTF printers. A fully automatic powder shaking machine helps you save labor costs and enhance productivity. You are welcome to contact us for the price and further details.

DTF Printer Specification

Advantages of DTF Printer

1. Low Investment cost, fast printing is suitable for industrial mass production.

2. Continuous ink supplied system, convenient to add ink. Therefore, the printing cost is very low.

3. Easy to operate, advanced operating system, low maintenance cost.

4. Customized colors and patterns to meet market needs.

5. High working efficiency, A t-shirt only needs 15 seconds of heat press. An hour transfer of 100 T-shirts. 

How DTF Printer Works？

DTF Printer Uses

Since 2021, a direct-to-film printer has been an indispensable device at clothing factories. In the clothing industry, DTF printers are called universal printing machines. DTF printing can be applied to cotton, denim, polyester, wool, nylon, linen, silk, and other fabrics. What’s more, DTF transfer printers don’t have color limits, also suitable for light and black fabrics. Because of its professional production performance, if your customer needs customized lots of clothes urgently, our printers will produce them for you at the set time. 

In addition, the DTF printer product is washable and scratch-resistant. The color fastness of washing can reach 4-5 levels. For example, a summer T-shirt can wear it for two years if the washing frequency is 3 times a week. Therefore, DTF printers are very popular in the clothing field. For any questions, please contact us.

DTF vs. UVDTF Printer Which Is Better?

UV DTF printers belong to crystal mark printers, mainly used in the advertisement field. At the GotoColor factory, UV DTF and DTF are all our best-seller products. But what is the difference between UVDTF and DTF printers? In an aspect of applications, printing films, inks, configuration, UV DTF printers, and direct-to-film printers are different. For further details, please keep viewing us!

1. Application

DTF printers are applied for cloth, and some cotton is polyester. Commonly, T-shirts, hoodie environmental bags, throw pillows, aprons, advertising shirts, and shirts can be printed in patterns.

Instead, UVDTF printers are mainly used on hard materials, such as glass, metal, acrylic, wood, ceramic, plastic, and carton boxes, etc. Typically, It fits with Tea boxes, wine bottles, cosmetics, signs, and other applications.

2. Configuration

DTF printer should combine printer and powder shaking machine to use. However, the UVDTF printer only needs a set printer.

3. Different Ink

DTF printing machines use water-based ink, however, UVDTF printer machines use oil UV ink.

4. Printing Film

Direct-to-film printers’ printing films can be divided into single and double. It depends on clients’ needs.

While UVDTF printers need to use A film and B film. A film is printing film with glue. The glue layer also means an ink-absorbing layer, which is automatically coated with B film after printing. B film is a transfer film, that plays a role in protection and transfer.

Where To Buy DTF Printer?

Regarding DTF printer ordering, to save cost, many clients want to buy the cheapest DTF printer. With diverse configurations, the price is also different. The more functions, the higher the configuration, the longer the service life, and the price is more expensive. Suitable is the most important. You can contact manufacturers and traders to select a suitable and durable printer when you plan to buy a DTF printing machine. The manufacturer is reliable. Usually, they have their factory, professional engineers, and core technology. Therefore, they will provide you with stable quality, affordable prices, and best service. 

GotoColor is your best trustful choice. In China, GoToclor is a famous producer and supplier of DTF printers, UV flatbed printers, and UVDTF printers. For these 8 years, we exported our T-shirt printing machines to all over the world. Our factory is located in Xingyang City, Henan Province. At our factory, we have five printer production lines to meet your purchase needs. Meanwhile, we offer various kinds of consumable material, like ink, printing films, printheads, etc. Any needs, please feel free to contact us!

Finally Words

Due to it having no plate making, no engraving, no waste disposal, supports customized colors and images, and high productivity, our DTF printer is attractive in the international printers market. If you want to buy a direct-to-film printer, but don’t know how to choose. You can send us your needs, our engineers will set a scheme according to your image patterns and requirements. We also look forward to your coming to visit our factory. In case you need printers to print T-shirts, contact us at any moment.