DTF Ink
Definition
What is 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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Compare top DTF ink and DTF transfer film brands (PET): white ink stability, color gamut, wash durability, matte vs glossy, hot peel vs cold peel, and pricing.
Read the articleDTG ink vs DTF ink compared: water-based textile ink versus pigment ink on PET film. Covers chemistry, fabric compatibility, hand feel, cost, and maintenance.
Read the articleSuperGamut unveiled a 13-color Kraken Color Beast DTF printer, the Super Hydra commercial system, and a 25-inch Sentinel Scout vision cutter in Sept. 2026.
Read the articlePricing DTF transfers comes down to your true cost per square inch, the going market rate, and a strategy to avoid the race to the bottom. A complete 2026 guide to costing ink, film, and powder, choosing a pricing model, and protecting your margins.
Read the articleSoft UV ink flexes with leather, silicone, and curved drinkware. Hard UV ink cures rigid for glass, metal, and rigid signage. A buyer's guide to UV ink chemistry, substrate matching, and the mistakes that cause cracking and peeling.
Read the articleDTF printing prints designs onto PET film, applies adhesive powder, and heat-presses DTF transfers onto cotton, polyester, and blends. 2026 process guide.
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