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DTF, DTG, sublimation, reactive, pigment, UV and UV DTF explained and compared.

1. Printing technologies compared: which one for which jobDTF, DTG, sublimation, reactive, pigment, UV and UV DTF side by side, and how to choose.
2. DTF (Direct to Film)Print on film, powder, cure and press onto almost any fabric. · 2 videos/links
3. DTG (Direct to Garment)Printing straight onto cotton garments: pre-treatment, white underbase and curing. · 2 videos/links
4. Sublimation printingDisperse dye that turns to gas and enters polyester and coated surfaces. · 2 videos/links
5. Reactive textile printingDye that chemically bonds to cotton and viscose: pre-treat, print, steam, wash. · 2 videos/links
6. Pigment printing (textile and inkjet)Coloured particles held by a binder: the low-water route, and why DTF and DTG inks are pigment too. · 1 video/link
7. UV printing (flatbed and roll)Ink cured instantly by UV LED light on rigid and flexible materials. · 2 videos/links
8. UV DTF (A/B film transfers)UV-printed stickers on adhesive film for curved and hard surfaces, no heat press. · 2 videos/links

Daily, weekly and idle-time care for TrueDot DTF printers.

1. Daily start routine (5 minutes)Log in to read.
2. End-of-day routineLog in to read.
3. Weekly and monthly careLog in to read.
4. Idle days and long storageLog in to read.
5. White ink careLog in to read.
6. Curing and pressing quick guideLog in to read.