Hot Melt Adhesive Powder
A thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) powder applied to wet DTF prints that melts when heated, creating the bond between the ink and the fabric. Available in different particle sizes — finer powder for detailed designs, coarser for heavy coverage.
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The process of using heat to melt and activate the adhesive powder applied to a printed DTF transfer. Curing is typically done in a tunnel oven or heat press at 250-330°F (120-165°C). Proper curing ensures the adhesive bonds correctly during the final heat press application.
The base material used in DTF adhesive powder. TPU melts at heat press temperatures and re-solidifies when cooled, forming a flexible, washable bond between the printed ink and the fabric.
A machine that automatically applies hot melt adhesive powder evenly onto freshly printed DTF film. Powder shakers use vibration to distribute powder across the wet ink surface, then an air system removes excess powder from non-printed areas.