[Rodney]

It sounds like a quality plastisol transfer is right up there with
a screen printed shirt.

Yes, when done right, I don't think you could tell the difference.

Actually, a few t-shirts that I have that I know are plastisol transfers have a nicer (smoother) feel that some of the directly screen printed t-shirts I have.

 

[chobay]

Ok, so I was unhappy with quality of DTG on darks, so after much research on the forum, I decided to try out plastisol transfers.

I used the 5% discount offered to forum members @ Coastal Business to get the Hotronix auto-open 16x20 clam press + free shipping. Although I didn't get a tracking # as promised, I ordered the press last friday and got it TODAY. (2 business days to D.C.!!)

I had a sample pack of plastisol transfers from F&M, so of course I fired it up and pressed my 1st transfers...

The 1st image, "flush" (fashion formula) was my 1st transfer ever, and I obviously screwed it up. Edges came up, did not peel good.

Ramped up pressure to the "6" setting. The "bono" design (fashion formula) peeled a lot better but left a couple of tidbits on the transfer paper.

Ramped up pressure to "7", reduced temp to 325 for the "freedom" transfers. This pressure did the trick, the transfers peeled like "butter" as they say.. Holy cow, the freedom transfers came out incredible, and the hand was not as bad as I thought it would be! (As a matter of fact, DTG prints with heavy underbase prints have just as thick a hand, if not thicker..)

The number 0 transfer peeled like butter as well. I think this might be their spot athletic transfer. The last one is a spot transfer, not sure which formula.

All in all, i'm incredibly satisfied with the quality and hand. The fashion formula is opaque as everyone says. Next i'll run these through the wash a few times to test washability, but I think these should be the same as regular screenprinted shirts..

 

[splathead]

You went from a flub to a pro in one pressing!

 

[chobay]

You went from a flub to a pro in one pressing!

I know! This is easier than I thought... Better quality prints + cheaper than DTG? No brainer! Now i'll need to get into the other imprintables..haha..

I just ordered the teesquareit tool as well.

 

[mazinger]

can i do family photo on plastisol ..thank you

 

[Decal Guy]

I didn't look through all 17 pages for Image Setters but are they still in business? I did a google search but had no luck. Thanks

 

[splathead]

I didn't look through all 17 pages for Image Setters but are they still in business? I did a google search but had no luck. Thanks

According to Rodney's review, they don't have a website. They have a $250 minimum order. Here is their number (310) 217-0363.

 

[aemdesign]

Morning all. I just finished a batch of one color transfers from F&M Expressions. It had pretty heavy coverage and I used fashion formula for dark navy T's. Actually, I was quite pleased with the result as was the customer.

The customer service was solid but for a small glitch on their end. My only wish is that they would have made good somehow on the delay in receiving the transfers (a hurry up job) since the error was on their end in inputting credit card info.

I have two more jobs pending and as of now, it seems that this is a company that has worked out quite a few kinks. And their prices are very good.

I will see what happens with the next order or two before making a judgment but it looks pretty good to me. The Freedom sample came out beautifully - use lots of pressure.

 

[hopper365]

Yes, thank you for your time to post all the helpful information and it is much appreciated.

 

[fireflies]

Big help! Thank you so much!

 

[LuvAmericanStyle]

I feel like i just went to a yearlong course with a master printer. Thank you rodney for sharing that infinite and vast scope of knowledge you possess.\\merci bien

 

[76anajet]

All of this is a lot to digest for a newbie so which process would you recommend for a newbie.
Hot or cold peel i want to give it a try.
Thanks.

 

[bigluelok]

wow this tread is awesome thanks rodney.

 

[justkaran]

Hey Rodney.. u have been like a saviour
thanx a ton for taking all that pains to figure out the results for us.. u rock

well i had a question??
what about the wash stability of transfer prints?? are they as robust as normal screen printined garments??
and does the print remains bright after regular use just as conventionally printed t-shirts??

 

[digiantiques]

Great post, thanks for taking the time to put this info down for everybody!

 

[zeta144]

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[zeta144]

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[TrueLoveDesign]

Hey Rodney,

Maybe this post is older but it will get you ready for this challenge(maybe not haha

Why not do all Canadian Suppliers of Plastisol/Screen print

Yea I know "Why, why would I" because I think you rock and I read all your posts pretty much! will that do? Oh and I am in Canada, and really try staying with Canadian suppliers for shipping times and duty charges

C'monnnn dooo it! Id be so happy, I would do it if I didnt work from home and have a toddler hanging off me 80% of the day..

The joys..

Oh yes Im current;y using Stahls Canada, and yes they are great but expensive

I found Venture Graphic samples not like "butter" (Maybe I didnt give all the transfers a fair chance, samples were shipped in a flimsy envelope that the transfers got bent as well no catalog..)

Im currently using The Maxx 15*15 heat press by Stahls as well.

Melinda
True Love Design
Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada

Yes we have snow still in April!!! boo

 

[splathead]

Why not do all Canadian Suppliers of Plastisol/Screen print

Rick's List has all of the know Canadian transfer suppliers: http://www.t-shirtforums.com/plastisol-transfers/t77081.html

If there are more you know of, reply to that thread so he can update the spreadsheet.

 

[freshteesco]

Wow...great thread. You have given me tons of insight. Think I'm gonna order up some samples