Benefits of DTG Printing

DTG Printed Queen Anne's Revenge t-shirt

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Environmentally safe water-based pigment inks that are certified by ECO PASSPORT by OKEO-TEX® and CPSIA compliant. Safe for both people and the planet.

DTG Printed t-shirt Puggly the dog

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DTG printing can print at a resolution of 1200 dpi making it the best option for printing actual photos. Perfect for family reunions or promoting corporate events.

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DTG printing does not require any set up and can print poor quality images. Without the costs of set up, DTG printing is a good alternative for low quantity orders.

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DTG printing uses digital technology to print multi-colored designs in a single pass. As a result, DTG printing is often more cost-effective for businesses that produce small runs.

Traditional DTG Printing

Direct-to-Garment (DTG) printing is a process that uses specialized inkjet technology to print directly onto textiles. A DTG printer functions similarly to a household inkjet printer. The print head moves back and forth and it sprays ink onto the garment. The garment is placed on a platen, which holds it in a fixed position while the ink is applied.

DTG printing typically requires the garment to be pre-treated with a Pre-treatment Machine (PTM). This process improves ink adhesion and enhances color vibrancy. It also increases wash resistance and boosts durability. The PTM primes the fabric, ensuring that the colors are absorbed properly and resulting in a higher-quality print.

DTG is an ideal method for adding custom images and designs to clothing and other textiles. It offers a fast, efficient process with high-quality, long-lasting results, making it a great choice for on-demand printing.

DTG Printing in Action

Photo printing using DTG Printing Technology

Traditional DTG and Direct To Film DTG:

There are some drawbacks to DTG printing. For instance, it is not well suited for larger sized orders or ideal for fabrics like dark polyester. Dark polyester garments, like performance shirts, need extra pretreat chemical. The logo does not print as vibrantly as on 100% cotton. This chemical safely washes out but it leaves a slight stein on the polyester. So on your garment, you could see slight dark square behind the logo.

For garments that have polyester, screen printing or Direct To Film DTG printing is recommended. These imprint techniques will not stein the garment and the logo is extremely vibrant and durable. In fact, Direct to Film is so durable that it’s practically bullet proof.

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