DTF Masterclass: Create perfect files & process transfers professionally
You have the motif, we have the technology. Find out everything you need to know about creating the right data and professionally pressing your DTF prints.
High-tech on carrier film: the DTF process
First, we print your motif in 4 colours (CMYK) on a special, transparent carrier film. This is immediately followed by a highly opaque white application. The secret of durability? A fine hot-melt adhesive that is "powdered" while still wet and fixed with heat. With this innovative technique, you can finish dark, light and colourful textiles made of polyester, cotton, elastane or mixed fabrics in just a few steps.
The highlight: your transfers are ready for immediate use or can be stored for up to 6 months - with full elasticity and wash resistance up to 60 °C.
Is DTF printing right for you?
Absolutely - especially if you want to customise sportswear, workwear or leisurewear. The process is extremely versatile. The only hardware you need is a Heat Press.
How to create DTF files correctly!
Perfect DTF results start with data preparation. A technically clean DTF print file is essential to ensure that your design is brilliant and sharp-edged on the textile. Use our 6-point checklist for 300 dpi, CMYK and correct paths to avoid errors and get the maximum print quality from your transfers.
Format & resolution
Vector graphics (PDF) are ideal. For pixel images (PNG), ensure 300 dpi in original size. Important: Keep to a minimum line thickness of 1 mm!
Colour space (CMYK)
Please create data in CMYK (profile: ISOcoated_v2_eci). Please convert special colours (Pantone/HKS) beforehand.
Professional grey tones tip
Create grey tones approx. 10 % lighter, as textile prints often appear somewhat darker than on the monitor.
Fonts & transparency
Convert all fonts into paths. Your motif must be cropped (transparent background). Attention: Areas created in white are also printed in white!
Do not mirror
Upload your graphic in the correct orientation - our software will automatically mirror it for printing.
Safety margin & bleed mark
Please keep a safety distance of at least 5 mm from the edge of the print area. If you arrange several motifs on one running metre, make sure there is a gap of at least 10 mm between the individual objects so that nothing is damaged during cutting.
The 4 steps to perfect finishing
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Step 1: Pre-pressing (remove moisture!) Pre-press your textile for approx. 3-5 seconds. This removes residual moisture and smoothes the fibres for an optimum bond.
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Step 2: Pressing (precision counts) Position the transfer and press it at 150 °C with medium pressure for 10 seconds.
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Step 3: Removal (hot peel effect) Allow the print to "breathe" very briefly and then remove the carrier film while still warm.
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Step 4: Re-pressing (the finish) Press the motif for a further 3-5 seconds (ideally with baking paper or a silicone mat). This ensures maximum wash resistance and a great feel.
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The new TPD7 Heat Press from Secabo is the perfect solution for large-format and extensive transfers with all common transfer processes in large print runs. This double-plate Heat Press works with compressed air, which ensures easy working with consistent and reproducible results. With a size of 40cm x 50cm each, the two work plates offer a particularly generous working area for conveniently aligning the transfer objects. Thanks to the vertical arrangement of the base plates, in contrast to the previous model, the exact positioning of the objects to be transferred is even easier. The convenient work surface on the exposed base plate increases the quality and precision of the transfers. The horizontally movable heating plate head can be easily aligned over the respective work plate, and the vertical contact pressure enables error-free transfer of a wide range of materials without offset effects.Special features of the TPD7 Heat Press:High heat output and heat capacity of the heating plate, good heat distributionEasily adjustable and reproducible pneumatic pressureExtensive range of accessories availableSafe working thanks to 2-hand operationSuitable for handling high order volumesPerfect press for DTF transfers and the DTF pressing processNote for exchangeable plates and adapters:Smaller interchangeable plates are available separately (8x12 cm, 12x38cm, 15x15cm, 20x30cm) and can only be mounted in combination with the Secabo interchangeable plate quick changer for TPD7 (art. no. 109.505.16)! For the optional Secabo base plate 38cm x 38cm (art. no. 109.505.40), the adapter for base plate and S.-W. Secabo TC5, TS7 (art. no. 109.505.30) is required in addition to the above-mentioned quick changer! If you also want to connect the original plate of the TPD7 to the quick coupler, you will need the adapter for base plate and S.-W. Secabo TC7, TPD7 (art. no. 109.505.31).
Best performance and high comfort with the Secabo LITE seriesThe Secabo TS5 LITE represents an innovative development in the field of swing-away Heat Presses, specially designed for modern textile finishing and transfer printing businesses. With this model, Secabo offers a cost-effective yet powerful alternative to the existing SMART line, ideal for start-ups and smaller businesses that want to invest in quality without compromising.The LITE Heat Presses offer everything that makes textile transfers with Secabo so convenient. All professional applications of common heat transfer processes such as flock foils, flex foils, sublimation, DTF transfers etc. are of course possible. The Secabo TS5 LITE can be optionally equipped with interchangeable plates in various formats - including a membrane base plate, a quick-change system and a slide extension for use as a double plate press.Intelligent display functions: With the digital controller for temperature and time, the desired settings can be made quickly and easily.State-of-the-art press design: The TS5 LITE impresses with its intelligent design and high-quality materials. The modular design makes it quick and easy to adapt to different requirements.A basic product with great upgrade options: The TS5 LITE can be optionally equipped with interchangeable plates, a membrane base plate, a quick-change system and a slide extension to function as a double plate press or be optimised for specific applications.The Secabo TS5 LITE Heat Press offers everything you need for efficient and high-quality textile transfers, allowing you to realise your creative visions with precision and convenience.Heat Press opens automatically after the time has elapsedDigital controller for temperature and timeTemperature and time can be set on the controller using arrow keysModular design, components can be easily exchangedEasily adjustable contact pressureHigh-quality heating plate with additional protective plateSuitable for all common transfer processesCan be retrofitted with accessories such as exchangeable plates, slide extension or membrane heating plate for even greater productivity.
The professional device for high-end applications at the highest level - The TS7 SMART swingaway Heat Press from Secabo is THE professional device for textile finishing at the highest level and the first Heat Press from Secabo Made in Germany. The professional device has a modular design and thus provides you with an optimum basis for creating your own personal "workhorse". With its convenient automatic swing mechanism, the Secabo TS7 Heat Press offers a particularly large working area for easy alignment of the transfer objects. The generous base plate measuring 40cm x 50cm is arranged in portrait format, which makes it even easier to position the objects to be transferred precisely. Transfer objects with a height of up to 70mm are easy to handle thanks to the large adjustment range of the press head and can be pressed with a maximum contact pressure of up to 250g/cm2. Whether you want to press work trousers, gym bags or hoodies, the large adjustment range makes them completely flexible. With a swivelling angle of 110°, you can work in a comfortable working position. The TS7 SMART can be swivelled to the right or left, allowing the Heat Press to fit perfectly into almost any production environment. The automatic opening and automatic swinging open of the TS7 SMART swingaway Heat Press after the transfer process makes your work easier and ensures a smooth workflow. The Secabo TS7 Smart is suitable for all known heat transfer processes and can therefore be used in all areas of transfer technology. As you would expect from Secabo, the TS7 SMART is easy to operate, even for beginners. The device has a digital controller, where a temperature of up to 225 °C and a maximum pressing time of 999 seconds can be precisely preselected for the transfer. Like all products in Secabo's TC SMART series, the TS7 SMART has a Bluetooth interface which, together with the Secabo SMART Transfer app, offers complete instructions for multi-stage transfers and many other great features. The TS7 SMART Heat Press is available with the TB7 thermobase, quick-change systems, exchangeable plates and the slide extension as well as other accessories from Secabo.
