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The printable Metallic flex that makes your creations shine!
Discover Metalprint: a metallic polyurethane film that will elevate your customization projects to a whole new level. Designed for heat transfer on light and dark textiles, this film adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to your creations.
With its metallic finish, this printable flex offers a striking shine that catches the eye, perfect for bold and memorable designs. But it's not just beautiful; it's also flexible, ensuring optimal comfort when wearing your customized garments.
Designed to retain its brilliance after pressing, Metalprint guarantees vibrant colors that won't fade over time.
This product is compatible with eco-solvent and solvent ink printers, easily adapting to various types of projects. It is recommended for cotton, polyester, acrylic, and similar fiber supports, allowing you to explore a wide range of textiles.
Thanks to the use of the application tape ATT 490, Metalprint ensures a smooth and hassle-free application process.
Available in gold and silver versions, you have the freedom to choose the shade that best fits your style and creative vision.
Transform your textiles with Metalprint and let your imagination shine. Perfect for special events, unique gifts, or simply to add a touch of glamour to your wardrobe!
Metalprint, a printable flex, is designed to bring a touch of elegance and sophistication to your textile creations. With a thickness of 85 microns, this film stands out for its ease of use and dazzling final result.
For application, it requires pressing at 145°C for 15 seconds with medium pressure, ensuring perfect and durable adhesion on a variety of textiles.
To preserve the integrity of the product, hand washing is recommended, followed by reverse ironing to maintain the shine of the metallic finish.
Metalprint is certified Oeko-Tex Class 1 and EVE Vegan, guaranteeing it is skin-safe and environmentally friendly, making it an ethical choice for your creations.
Add a shiny and modern dimension to your textiles with this metallic film, ideal for clothing, accessories, and promotional items that stand out with style. Transform your ideas into unique and memorable creations with our heat transfer film!
1. Preparation for Printing the Design
- Prepare the graphic file ensuring it is set up the right way (not in mirror mode, as the final transfer will be direct).
- Configure the printer according to the specific instructions provided by the manufacturer for the type of flex or vinyl used.
2. Checking Printing and Drying Temperatures
- Ensure the printing temperature is set correctly to allow proper application of ink on the flex.
- Make sure the ink drying temperature is also set correctly. This step is crucial to fix the ink without causing smudges or print defects.
3. Using the Print Profile
- Select the appropriate print profile suited to the type of flex and inks used, for accurate color reproduction and optimized drying.
4. Drying After Printing
- Once printing is complete, carefully remove the flex from the printer.
- Allow the flex to dry at room temperature for at least 4 hours. This drying time ensures the inks set properly before handling or cutting the material.
5. Weeding
- After drying, proceed with weeding by removing the excess material around the printed design.
- Use weeding tools to precisely remove unwanted parts, especially if the design has fine details.
6. Transferring the Design with Application Tape
- With Metalprint, using application tape is not mandatory. If needed, use a specific application tape to transfer the printed design to the textile. Avoid using paper application tape which may burn under heat.
- Position the design on the desired area of the textile, ensuring correct alignment.
7. Pressing the Marking onto the Textile
- Place the textile on the heat press, ensuring it is properly positioned and the application area is clean.
- Position the flex (with its application tape still in place) on the desired area of the textile.
- Protect the design with silicone paper to avoid direct contact between the press plate and the polyester film.
- Set the press to a temperature of 145°C, apply medium pressure, and press for 15 seconds. The combination of heat, time, and pressure ensures the design adheres well to the textile.
8. Removing the Polyester Hot
- Once pressing is complete, immediately remove the polyester backing while hot, pulling gently to ensure the marking remains securely in place.
- If you did not use application tape, the marking is ready.
By following these step-by-step instructions, you will achieve a high-quality, durable, and well-applied transfer on the textile.
- Follow the care instructions specified on the garment: Adhere to the recommendations specific to the fabric on which the film has been applied to ensure its durability.
- Wait 24 hours before the first wash: This allows the film to properly adhere to the fabric and prevents it from peeling off or deteriorating prematurely.
- Iron only on the reverse side: To protect the transfer and avoid damage from the direct heat of the iron, it is essential to iron the garment inside out.
- Storage: The film should be stored under optimal conditions, upright, away from direct light and moisture, for a maximum of one year. Improper storage can affect the film’s properties, such as adhesion or elasticity.
- Washing: The garment should only be hand-washed, and it is recommended to wash it inside out to avoid direct friction on the transfer, which could damage it.
- Do not use aggressive products: Detergents containing bleach or other harsh chemicals can deteriorate the film and affect its durability.
- Tumble drying: Not recommended. Tumble drying may damage the transfer and the fabric.
- Dry cleaning: Not recommended. Dry cleaning could alter the quality of the transfer.
These recommendations are essential to ensure the quality and longevity of the marking on the personalized textile.