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CAD-COLOR® Solutions™ Opaque Printable Heat Transfer Material

CAD-COLOR<sup>®</sup> Solutions™ Opaque Printable Heat Transfer Material

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Quality transfers on a variety of dark fabrics.

Opaque has amazing stretch and rebound and will not crack or peel. The patented STX2™ adhesive can be applied to almost anything, including performance apparel, bags, jackets, and more.

Recommended fabrics: cotton, polyester, Lycra®/spandex

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Application At A Glance
  • Time
    5 seconds, peel warm, cover and press 5 seconds.
  • Temperature
    305°F/152°C
  • Pressure
    Firm
  • Peel
    Warm

Care Instructions

Machine wash using mild detergent. Do not use bleach. Dry at a normal dryer setting on household machines. Do not dry clean.

Cutting Notes

You should always test cut prior to any production run.

Cutter Guidelines

Cutter Blade ForceOffsetSpeed
Roland GX-24 45° 90g.225 30cm/s
Roland SP-300 45° 50g .25 30cm/s
Roland VP-300 45° 90g .25 30cm/s
Roland XC-540 45° 80g .2560cm/s
Mimaki CG-75 SPB-0001 55g .1550cm/s

Accessories Required

EZ Weeder or Tweezers, CAD-COLOR Solutions Mask

Opaque

The first lab-certified heat transfer material
in the industry.

Stahls’ is the first company in the imprinted sportswear industry to have a rigorous lab certification process. This ensures the highest quality materials to meet the needs of all of your real-world applications. Depending on the material, we run tests based on these parameters: safety, durability, and performance. The materials are rated on a scale from 1 to 5, 5 being the highest rating.

Lab Certified

COMPOSITION

This material is made of 55 micron Polyurethane (PU).

LAB CERTIFICATION RATINGS

  • Durability Rating 4
  • Stretchability Rating 5
  • Washability Rating 50
  • Color Fastness Rating 5
  • CPSIA Safety Rating

STORAGE

Store in a cool, dry area. For best results, keep material away from direct sunlight, heat, and humidity.

Questions & Answers

Everyone has questions. Tell us yours.

Q:
How long do digital transfers last? Will they crack or fade?
A:
Stahls' printable heat transfer materials (digital transfers) have been lab tested and have received a rating of 50 in the washability test.
Q:
What material do you recommend for spandex?
A:
We have several heat transfer materials that heat apply to spandex. The best recommendation is Super Film, however, Premium Plus and Gorilla Grip may also be used. See the material fabric compatibility chart to further narrow your selections.

For a printable material, we recommend Opaque. You can also use our material selection chart to determine the proper material for your needs.
Q:
I have a wrestling singlet. What material do I use to apply a logo?
A:
The best recommendation is for a nylon fabric is Gorilla Grip® II or, for a printable material, Opaque. Use the material selection chart to determine the proper material for your needs.
Q:
What type of inks can be used to print on your CAD-COLOR® line of printable media?
A:
We recommend Eco-Solvent and Solvent based inks for all printable heat transfer materials. Resin inks can be used with Opaque and Metallic.
Q:
What color profiles should I use when printing on CAD-COLOR® printable materials?
A:
You can download the color profiles for your print/cut system here.
Q:
Is it necessary to use Solutions Mask with the CAD-COLOR® line?
A:
Yes, Solutions Mask is necessary to use with Opaque.
Q:
How do I choose the proper CAD-COLOR® material for the substrate I am using?
A:
You can use our material selection chart to determine the proper material for your needs.
Q:
How long should media dry before cutting?
A:
Depending on the media, you should cure for no less than two hours.
Q:
What printable media can I heat apply on performance wear?
A:
Opaque has great stretch and rebound, making it perfect for performance wear.

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This video tutorial from http://www.CADCUTdirect.com teaches you a technique for mixing different types of heat transfer films for a unique result. Prints are produced from a Roland® Versacamm and a Roland® GX-24 vinyl cutter.

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