What is the difference between screen printing and DTF printing?

DTF Printing is also referred to as Direct To Film Printing, and it works by printing transfers that are heat pressed to a variety of garments (and other substrates).TODOjet A3 DTF Printer usually together with powder shaking machine.If you purchase full set TODOjet DTF printer,you can print on any kind of fabric, no matter dark or light. There can be more varieties in your product line. Save labor costs, and one employee can operate the machine.No need pretreatment like DTG printer,also no need making plate like screen printer. Our A3 DTF with two printhead support faster production like 1000+ T-shirts LOGO printing in a day.

The difference between traditional hot melt powder and DTF hot melt powder is the degree of melting. Traditional heat transfer and DTF printing require different degrees of melting. It also has something to do with ink.

TEXTEK A30 30cm A3 DTF Printer Powder Shaker 2024 New Epson XP600 Sticker Label Printing Machine is an ideal direct-to-film printer for your business in 2024.

ALL ROUND UNIFORM BAKING, WHITE INK RAPID SET TING
AUTOMATIC PAPER FEEDER, GREATLY IMPROVING EFFICIENCY
RICH PRINTING COL ORS AND CLEAR DETAILS

Our latest DTF Printers (Direct to Film Printers) are capable of printing to cotton, silk, polyester, denim and more. With the advancement in DTF technology, there is no denying that DTF is taking the printing industry by storm. It is quickly becoming one of the most popular technologies for textile printing compared to traditional printing methods.

Determining the appropriate DPI for a print transfer can be a complex task. However, by following the guidelines outlined in the DTF Printer 101 manual, you will be able to select the optimal DPI for your specific requirements.

In this article, we will analyze key aspects and examine the details of achieving optimal print transfers. We understand that technical term abbreviations can be confusing, so we will explain them when first used. In short, we will help you determine the appropriate DPI (dots per inch) for your DTF printer. Understanding the relationship between DPI and print resolution is crucial to achieving clear and crisp prints that meet your requirements. Follow along with us as we explore the secrets of DPI and provide valuable insights to help you choose the best resolution for your DTF print delivery.

No limit on fabric materials
No need pre-coating
CMYK+ White (Fluorescent color for option)
2pcs EPSON i3200-A1 (4 heads for option)
Printing width: 60cm
Printing Speed: 10~15sqm/h
Software: Maintop/Photoprint/RIIN/CAD Link

DTF Printer, is a new technology, which refers to the heat transfer equipment heated to a certain temperature in a few minutes, and then the image on the paper more realistically transfer to porcelain cups, porcelain plates, porcelain plate, clothes, metal and other materials on a more special processing process.

A3 DTF with powder shaker Small size, big function
Powerful suction Simple design Automatic cleaning Factory direct sales

Direct to film printer Advantages:
DIY printing
Unlimited fabrics,suitable for any garment
Unlimited colors,bright color even on black T-shirt

DTF-A3 Printer can be widely used in clothes, pillows, glasses, ad boards, decorative gifts and so on. The finished PET film can apply on many different fabric materials, very suitable.No limit of fabric materials.

The main board of the printer is mainly composed of Hansen board and Lexie servo motor combined with Epson I3200 high-definition printhead, and the performance is more stable.
The secondary ink supply system is adopted to ensure continuous ink printing for a long time to ensure the output quality of the picture. The Japanese THK silent linear guide rail is adopted to make the movement more stable and the service life longer.

Printing color: white ink and color ink
Applicable objects: clothing, apparel, other
Applicable material: fabric

New generation A3 DTF PET Film Printing Machine with hot melt powder Shaking machine with new technology for garment printing. When the film is dried out, it can be used to transfer print onto the T-shirt. Which can to be press on both dark and light Garments like cotton, polyester, spandex, leather, nylon and more. 

Q: What is the warranty on the machine?
A: The whole printer (excluding nozzles) is guaranteed for one year (on the premise of using the manufacturer’s original ink). Small problems can be directly fed back to the after-sales group, and the technicians will reply to you as soon as possible. If you need accessories in the later stage, you only need to pay for the raw materials of the accessories.

White Ink Heat Transfer Scheme>>
Bai Caitong comes out with an environmentally friendly paint scheme, which is a subversive heat transfer process.
It solves the problem that the direct-injection printing process is picky about fabrics, and the new heat transfer is not limited to material transfer.

Drying heater
The wide pressure roller is enlarged, the third gear pressure is adjustable, and the paper feed is more accurate.
Large supply of ink cartridges
Large-capacity ink cartridges, large capacity, reluctant to add ink many times.

DTF is a new innovative printing technique that’s more affordable and accessible compared to tranditional DTG and screen printing.This A3 T-shirt printing machine used for any cloth printing,suit for any kind of fabrics. And this DTF printer usually toegther with a powder shaking machine to improve the working efficiency.

Heat transfer is widely used in T-shirt printing. When choosing to customize, we should focus on the color of the pattern and the method of heat transfer, and decide the way to tear off the film. Now there are mostly two ways in the market: hot peeling and cold peeling. Next, we will analyze these two ways from the following aspects: composition of the ingredient, pressing temperature, pressing time, film tearing time, glossiness and so on.

When printing directly to textiles, your options are limited to pure cotton. DTF gives you more flexibility as you can print on a variety of fabrics including cotton, polyester, rayon, nylon, silk, leather and more.

Adopt 1080 printing nozzle, color is more fulland delicate, stable print is clear
inkjet is smooth with white membrane circulation system
Solve the problem of nozzle blockage

New technology digital offset heat transfer printing scheme, personalized, small footprint, one person to operate multiple machines.

Simple and convenient operation: No plate making and repeated color registration process, simple operation and easy maintenance;Fast printing speed: low investment cost, high-speed printing is fully suitable for industrial mass production;Adopt Epson print head, high image quality, vivid color;Suitable for printing on any material and material;Strong stability, which solves many shortcomings of existing flatbed printers.

The feel would depend on the type of powder you are using and the thickness of your ink layer. More ink will absorb more powder and make the overall result feel thicker. Our soft and stretchy DTF powder has better hand than traditional vinyl or other types of heat transfer. It’s elastic and soft to the touch. It is not softer than DTG prints. But the dtf prints ae more durable. Most customers will also consider this point.

As professional DTF printer manufacturer,TODOJet can offer wholesale price and OEM service.Recently this 30cm A3 DTF printer is really popular, two heads with fast speed and more stable than L1800 modified printer.

-Saving Manpower
-No Engraving
-Widely Usage
-User Friendly
-No Waste Discharging

Direct to film printing is an exciting addition to the inkjet garment decoration process that requires no pre-treatment even for white ink. More solution about DTF printing like reflective color printing or breathable function printing,kindly contact with TODOjet team.

30cm roll to roll printer with two F1080 printhead, more stable and faster than L1800 DTF printer. And this direct to film printer usually together with the powder curing machine which can improve your production efficiency.TODOjet DTF Transfer film can apply to cotton,leather, nylon, polyester, denim,wood, metal, glass, and ceramic.Each print lasts over 50 washes with no distressing.

Imported high precision guide rail
The guide rails and sliders are imported to ensure the equipment runs smoothly with high precision, low noise and longer service life

☆TODOjet DTF printing is a new tech,The work flow as follow:

1. Design picture by the Photoshop

2. Printer printing picture by color +white on our PET film.

3. Powder drop on the picture and goes through the heater machine.

4. The powder adhesive onto the picture by high temperature.

5. Cut of the finish film and then transfer them onto your fabric by heater pressure machine