How to Print on T-Shirts with Our CORVUS RR330DTF Printer?

DTF (Direct-to-Film) technology is a method that allows you to make high-quality prints on textiles. You can follow these steps when using DTF:

Design Preparation:
– The first step is to prepare the design you want to print. You can create your design digitally or using a computer program.
– You can adjust the colors and dimensions of your design as you wish. After creating the design, you must mirror it. The design should be in PNG format and high resolution.

Transfer Film Preparation:
– You will need to use a transfer film for DTF. This film is a layer that your design sticks to and allows the ink to transfer during the printing process. If you have a roll of DTF film, set the printer to roll mode and load the paper. Pull the paper forward by about 1 cm.

Printer Preparation:
– Activate the vacuum and heated platen. When sending a print, the printer must be on the home page.

Printing Process:
– Start the printing process and wait for the machine to complete the print. After printing is completed, cut the transfer paper with a craft knife. Turn on your DTF oven and set it to 125 degrees Celsius. While the oven is heating, sprinkle DTF powder (also referred to as sugar in the industry) onto the transfer paper where the print is, making sure it covers every part without leaving any gaps, then gently shake off the excess powder. Once the oven reaches the desired temperature, leave your transfer paper in the oven for 60 seconds. The DTF print that comes out of the oven will take on a form similar to snake skin.

Transfer Process:
– After the printing process is completed, turn on the heat press machine and set it to 140 degrees Celsius for 15 seconds. Adjust the position of the T-shirt you will apply the print to and perform the first press. After the first press, the DTF film should separate from the print, but it is essential that the print cools down. If the film does not separate from the print after cooling, it could be due to the temperature of the press, the pressure, or insufficient powdering. When doing the second press, you must use Teflon; otherwise, your print may stick to the hot surface of the press.

As with every printing process, making the right adjustments, using quality materials, and gaining experience are important. If you get stuck, you can learn more details from our YouTube video: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o2HiZqx5R1w](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o2HiZqx5R1w)