DTF Ink
Specialized water-based pigment inks formulated for DTF printing. DTF inks are designed to bond with PET film and adhesive powder to create durable, washable transfers. Available in CMYK and white formulations. Not interchangeable with regular inkjet, sublimation, or DTG inks.
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The four-color ink system used in DTF printing: Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Key (Black). Combined with a white ink channel, DTF printers use CMYK+W to reproduce full-color designs. CMYK layers are printed first, followed by the white underbase.
Specialized pigment-based ink used in DTF printing to create the opaque white underbase layer. White DTF ink contains titanium dioxide particles that are heavier than colored ink pigments, requiring regular agitation or circulation to prevent settling and clogging.