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DTF/FCF transfers

With First Edition’s Full Color Film Transfers(aka, DTF), your imagination is the only limitation. While providing some of the highest quality direct to film transfers in the industry, the versatility allows you to print artwork with detail that regular screen printing can’t achieve. With no minimum order and with virtually no limit on CMYK colors, FCF transfers allow any size business to print any design on a wide variety of fabrics and products. Our FCF transfers peel smooth and have a soft feel that we are confident you and your customer will love. To save time and money, use our gang sheet builder and when your transfers arrive, they will be ready to cut and press!

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APPLICATION

1

PRESSURE

  • Set the heat press to medium to heavy pressure

2

TEMPERATURE

  • 300-320° depending on the material blend

3

PRESS TRANSFER

  • 15 SECONDS

4

PEEL TRANSFER

  • Do NOT peel the transfer immediately, peel warm to cool.

3

POST-PRESS TRANSFER

  • For a glossy finish, press with a teflon sheet for 10 seconds.
  • For a matte finish, press with parchment paper or white fabric for 10 seconds.

FULL COLOR FILM - transfers

All of these instructions are based on our USA made machines. If the transfer does not stick, put the paper back down, and press for a few more seconds. Transfers not sticking are usually due to uneven heating from the press, low pressure, peeling transfer too quickly, and/or not being pressed long enough.

Pricing
Art Specs
DTF/FCF vs. Screenprinting
Gang Sheet Instructions

PRICING

FCF/DTF transfers

Sheet Size Total SQ IN Pricing
6×6 36 $5.40
11×12 132 $13.20
22×12 264 $15.85
22×24 528 $18.50
22×36 792 $27.75
22×48 1056 $34.75
22×60 1320 $43.45
22×72 1584 $51.00
22×84 1848 $59.50
22×120 2640 $78.00

Standard Delivery Orders received by noon CST will ship next day

Rush Orders $25 if received by noon for same day shipping

Art Fees Start at $15

FCF/DTF TRANSFERS

Art Specifications

1. FILE

  • We recommend converting all files to PNGs for accuracy with sizing and fonts.
  • High resolution images with at least 300PPI are needed.
  • Do not reverse or mirror your image.
  • Make sure artwork is uploaded without any unwanted objects and backgrounds.

2. SIZE AND LAYOUT

  • Submit your artwork at the EXACT size you want it to print.
  • Your artwork/gang sheet will print as it is submitted. We do not make any changes.
  • We recommend at least 0.3” of space between each image to allow for cutting.
  • Artwork must fit entirely within the artboard.

3. COLORS

  • Transfers are printed in CMYK. Your art will be printed with the colors you submit.
  • The colors on your monitor may not match what will be printed.
  • We offer a color chart to guide you in choosing the correct colors based on our printers. 

4. LINES/TEXT/EFFECTS

  • Keep line width and negative space at a minimum of 1.25 pts. Artwork that does not meet this minimum may not apply properly.
  • Expand all text, strokes and outlines to shapes or curves.
  • A white backer is laid behind all art. We do not recommend using transparent effects like drop shadows, glow effects or fades with soft edges.

5. ARTWORK FEES

  • Art fees start at $15 and any work is non-refundable even if the final design is not submitted for an order.
  • Your artwork will not be reviewed by our art staff unless an art fee has been approved.

DTF/FCF vs Screenprinting

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