RTape Corp. (South Plainfield, NJ) introduces
its SEF Tatoo heat transfer film, which is a white, printable, multi-layer
polyurethane construction on a polyester liner or carrier. Tatoo films are
printable using a wide range of digital printers, including solvent, ecosolvent
and latex systems. The brilliance of the facestock and its chemical formulation
allow for vibrant color reproduction. Unlike polyurethane-based films, which are
blended with vinyl resins, Tatoo is 100% polyurethane. That’s why RTape’s film is softer, more stretchable
and more durable. Even large Tatoo emblems
are more comfortable to wear than garments decorated with other types of printed
appliques.
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| Because Tatoo is 100% polyurethane, it is more stretchable, softer and more durable than polyurethane/vinyl blends. |
Tatoo is available in several
variations. The standard Tatoo product
and Tatoo Pearl, a pearlescent film, are suitable for application to cotton and
white polyester fabrics and cotton/poly blends, which are at least 40% cotton. For colored polyester and cotton/poly blend
garments, which are less than 40% cotton, Tatoo SBB features a sublimation
barrier, which blocks discoloration from dye migration. For nylon and other
coated fabrics, which resist hot melt polyurethane adhesives, Tatoo Nylon utilizes
a special polyamide hot melt.
After Tatoo is printed and plotter cut, use
RTape HM350 HotMask, a medium tack polyester application tape, to transfer the
printed applique to the garment for heat pressing. Tatoo and Tatoo Pearl are
heat pressed at 330⁰ F or 165⁰ C for 17 seconds at
medium to high pressure. Tatoo SBB and
Tatoo Nylon are pressed at 240⁰F or 115⁰C.
These low temperature products are also suitable for application to heat
sensitive fabrics. Immediately after
heat pressing, the HotMask can be peeled off of the applique.
About Heat Transfer Machines
Selling heat transfer appliques to your existing customer base is a great way to increase your shop’s sales at high profit margins without a lot of effort. The manufacturing process is not very complicated, so there is not much to learn. What you will need is a good heat press machine. Hotronix is one of the best brands on the market. Here are some of their best selling models:
Selling heat transfer appliques to your existing customer base is a great way to increase your shop’s sales at high profit margins without a lot of effort. The manufacturing process is not very complicated, so there is not much to learn. What you will need is a good heat press machine. Hotronix is one of the best brands on the market. Here are some of their best selling models:
Hotronix Hover 16x20" Heat Press Auto Open - Heat Transfer Press Machine
Features of the Hotronix Hover 16” x 20" Heat Press
Machine:
● Heavy-duty professional grade machine with proven
performance.
● Opens automatically. This prevents scorching of heat
transfer films.
● Opens wide providing safe and easy layout and removal of
garments.
● Easy to read digital display.
● Clamshell design saves space.
● Easy to use.
● Made in the U.S.A.
Hotronix Fusion Heat Press 16" x 20"
The Hotronix Fusion 16" x 20" Heat Transfer Press
provides the following features:
● Large 16" X 20" heat platen accommodates most
garments.
● Modern, easy-to-read digital display for time, temperature
and pressure.
● Durable, scratch resistant powder coat finish.
● Easy to operate. Require minimal training.
● Heavy-duty construction for reliable performance.
● Energy-saving sleep mode.
● Made in the U.S.A.
Hotronix Air Fusion 16"x20"
● Heavy-duty version of the FUSION® Heat Press is designed
for high volume work.
● Powered by an air compressor. Pneumatic regulator which
auto-adjusts pressure.
● High-tech power with hands-free auto-swing for superior
ease of use.
● Touch screen controller.
● 16"x20".
Hotronix MAXX Cap Heat Press
Hotronix MAXX Cap Heat Press 3.5" x 6" provides
the following features:
● Easy-to-read digital time and temperature display.
● Consistent heat and pressure from edge-to-edge.
● Coated non-stick heat platen.
● Lightweight and portable for mobile heat printing.
● Interchangeable platens available.
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46304 USA. For immediate assistance, call RTape at 1-800-440-1250 or 908-753-5570. Jim Hingst is the author of Vinyl Sign Techniques, which is
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