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Quality & Troubleshooting
Soft Hand
A transfer finish that feels smooth and flexible, closely mimicking the feel of unprinted fabric. Achieved through proper curing, fine adhesive powder, correct temperature settings, and quality DTF film. Soft hand is a key quality indicator for premium DTF transfers.
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Quality & Troubleshooting
Hand Feel
The tactile sensation of a printed DTF transfer on fabric when touched. A good DTF transfer has a soft hand feel that is barely noticeable through the fabric.
Materials & Consumables
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.