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Benefits:

  • Lightweight and stretchable
  • Excellent opacity
  • Semi-matte finish

Available In:

20" or 40" Wide Rolls
CAD-COLOR® SuperTEK® Opaque Printable Heat Transfer Material

CAD-COLOR® SuperTEK® Opaque Printable Heat Transfer Material

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CAD-COLOR® SuperTEK® Opaque Printable Heat Transfer Material
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CAD-COLOR® SuperTEK® Opaque Printable Heat Transfer Material
CAD-COLOR® SuperTEK® Opaque Printable Heat Transfer Material

Material Overview

Create vibrant transfers for dark garments with this opaque vinyl film. With excellent stretch and rebound and a low application temperature, it's perfect for stretchy, heat-sensitive performance fabrics.
  • Lightweight, stretchable
  • Excellent opacity
  • Semi-matte finish
  • Incredibly soft hand
  • Applies to almost any fabric, including Lycra®/spandex and nylon with the STiX2™ adhesive
  • Low application temperature won't damage performance garments
  • Recommended mask: Solutions® Mask
  • For solvent inks using a print/cut system only—not compatible with inkjet/laser printers
  • Compatible with our Stahls' Rip-Away Appliqué™ Process
  • $7.50 Flat Rate Ground Shipping to most areas. Certain exclusions apply.

Material Specifications

  • Composition: Polyurethane (PU)
  • Carrier: Frosted, Non-Pressure Sensitive
  • Thickness: 100 microns (.10 mm)
  • Stretch & Rebound: 4
  • Washability: 50
  • Color Fastness: 4-5
  • Dry Time: 30-60 minutes
  • Safety: CPSIA Certified
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User Guide

CAD-COLOR® SuperTEK® Opaque Printable Heat Transfer Material

Application Instructions

1-Color Application Instructions

Time:
Tack for 5 seconds, peel warm and cover and seal 5 seconds.
Temperature:
280-300°F/ 138-150°C
Pressure:
Medium (#6 on Hotronix)
Peel:
Warm

Sports Ball Heat Press

Time:
8 seconds
Temperature:
230°F/110°C
Pressure:
Firm (top platen should make contact with the ball 2 inches before final lockdown)
Peel:
Cool
Note:
For textured balls, remove carrier and heat apply for an additional 8 seconds.

Heated Lower Platen

Upper:
250°F
Lower:
320°F
Time:
12-15 seconds (depending on thickness of garment)
Pressure:
Medium

Print/Cut Instructions

  1. Print and cut your design in positive form on the media side of the material
  2. Once dry, weed away excess material
  3. Mask the weeded design, smoothing out any air bubbles
  4. Lift the mask to expose the vinyl adhesive from the backing
  5. Position the masked design on the garment for heat application

Material/Fabric Compatibility

Care Instructions

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

Storage

Store in a cool and dry area around 65 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit with 50% relative humidity. Keep away from direct heat, sunlight and humidity. Recommended shelf life is one year.

Cutter Guidelines

Cutter
Blade
Force
Offset
Speed
Roland GX-24
45°
70-90g
.25
30cm/s
Roland VP-300
45°
70-90g
.25
30cm/s
Roland SP-300
45°
70-90g
.25
30cm/s
Roland XC-540
45°
70-90g
.25
30cm/s
Note: Always test cut prior to any production run. For optimal cutting and weeding, maintain a line thickness of at least 1/16" for lettering & logos.
Print Application Instructions
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How to Heat Press: CAD-PRINTZ® SuperTEK® Opaque

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Learn the step-by-step instructions of how to properly heat press CAD-PRINTZ® SuperTEK® Opaque to blank apparel. Watch as Josh Ellsworth walks you through how you can get a perfect application when using this special custom logo product and the proper time, temperature, and pressure. To order CAD-PRINTZ® SuperTEK® Opaque today simply click the link here https://bit.ly/3BGcMLd

Top 3 Reasons to Buy: CAD-COLOR® SuperTEK® Opaque

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Learn about one of the best full color heat transfer materials on the market in CAD-COLOR® SuperTEK® Opaque. This eye-catching heat transfer material offers you the ability to excellent stretch and rebound and a low application temperature, it's perfect for stretchy, heat-sensitive performance fabrics Watch as Josh highlights the top 3 reasons why you should consider this product and how it can best be used for your business. To order CAD-COLOR® SuperTEK® Opaque today simply click the link here https://bit.ly/2UffOVE