What to Use When Guide
YOUR HANDY QUICK REFERENCE SHEET
Download this chart and keep it handy so you know which transfer to use for each apparel printing job you have.
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Choosing a Heat Transfer Type
Determine which heat applied transfer type is the best choice for your next transfer order.
Transfer Selector Tool
Having a hard time deciding which heat applied transfer type to use? Try the Transfer Selector Tool to help find out which transfer type will work best for your next heat printing job with step-by-step help.
Choose the Best Transfer for Your Job in 3 Steps
Not Every Job Needs DTF. Maximize Your Profits with the Right Transfer.
Step One:
Select number of colors
Select how many colors are in your artwork. If your design has full color, gradients or photos, choose 3+ colors.
Step Two:
Select fabric type
Step Three:
Select quantity and size
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Transfer Comparison Chart
Screen Printed Transfers
Use Screen Printed Transfers for:
- A classic look
- 1-2 colors, large designs
- Cotton, polyester, and cotton/polyblends
- Sports and fashion wear
- Names and numbers on jerseys
| Inks | Finish | Fabric Types | Decorate | Colors | Other Attributes | Instructions |
| Goof Proof | Opaque, matte | cotton, polyester, cotton/poly blends | Athletic wear, fashion | single or multi-color, 70+ stock colors, color matching available (Single Image limited to single color; 24 color options; no color matching or color changes) | durable, quick application, phthalate-free plastisol ink | 4-6 seconds, 365ºF, Medium/Firm pressure, peel hot |
| Goof Proof Premium | Opaque, matte | cotton, polyester, cotton/poly blends | Athletic wear, fashion | single or multi-color, 34 stock colors, color matching available, no color changes | printed on a clear carrier for fast and easy alignment | 10 seconds, 320ºF, Medium/Firm pressure, peel hot |
| Hot Split Retro | Opaque, matte, soft, light feel | cotton, polyester, cotton/poly blends | thin materials, burnout t-shirts, fashion apparel | 60 stock colors | good opacity for fashion apparel | 8-10 seconds, 365ºF, Medium/Firm pressure, peel hot |
| Elasti Prints | opaque, matte | 100% polyester | Heat-sensitive, stretchable performance fabric & moisture-wicking apparel | 70+ stock colors, Color matching available | superior stretch and rebound, high opacity, phthalate-free plastisol ink | 15 seconds, 290ºF, Medium/Firm pressure, peel cold |
| Glow-in-the-Dark | milky white in daylight, green glow in the dark | cotton, polyester, cotton/poly blends | Halloween, birthday parties, bands | single glow color | changes color in the dark | 10 seconds, 340ºF, Medium/Firm pressure, peel warm |
| Puff | 3D raised effect | cotton, polyester, cotton/poly blends | Fashion wear | 66 of our stock ink colors | best for large designs | 8 seconds, 340ºF, Medium/Firm pressure, peel hot |
| Silicone | opaque, matte | sublimated polyester, Spandex, Lycra®, cotton/poly blends | performance apparel, uniforms, and athletic wear | single color only; black or white | 200 micron thickness, superior stretch and rebound | 15 seconds, 290ºF, Low/Medium pressure, peel cold |
| Water-Based | Finish | Fabric Types | Decorate | Colors | Other Attributes | Instructions |
| Reflective | reflects direct light | cotton, polyester, cotton/poly blends | safety and fashion wear | single silver reflective | metallic silver during daylight, reflects direct light at night | 15 seconds, 290ºF, Medium pressure, peel cold |
| AquaTru | Opaque, matte | Lycra, Spandex, woven nylon, polyester, cotton, cotton/poly blends | uniforms, sublimated apparel, performance wear | single or multi-color, available in 26 stock colors | great stretch and rebound, blocker layer available | 15 seconds, 290ºF, Medium pressure, peel hot |
Full Color Transfers
Use Full Color Transfers for:
- Full color, photo realistic designs - including shading, fades, and gradients
- Cotton, polyester, spandex, neoprene, nylon, and leather
- Sublimated apparel (use blocker transfer type)
- Short-run personalization
- Cost efficient for 3 or more spot colors
| Digital Transfer | Finish | Fabric Types | Decorate | Colors | Other Attributes | Instructions |
| UltraColor® Max | soft, matte | cotton, polyester, cotton/poly blends, triblends, Lycra/Spandex | 100% polyester stretchy performance wear | Full color | No clear outline, no minimums | 12-15 seconds, 290ºF, Medium, peel hot |
| UltraColor® Pro | soft, matte | cotton, polyester, cotton/poly blends | 100% polyester stretchy performance wear | Full color | Stretch & rebound | cotton, cotton/poly: 10 sec., 340°F, firm pressure, peel hot; synthetics: 15 sec., 290°F, firm, peel hot |
| UltraColor® Stretch | soft, matte | cotton, polyester, cotton/poly blends, spandex, Lycra®, woven nylon | stretchy fabrics with spandex and nylon | Full color | Stretch & rebound | 12-15 seconds, 290ºF, Medium, peel cold |
| UltraColor® Stretch with Blocker | soft, matte | cotton, polyester, cotton/poly blends, spandex, Lycra®, woven nylon, sublimated polyester | sublimated polyester | Full color | Stretch & rebound, blocks dye migration | 12-15 seconds, 290ºF, Medium, peel cold |