05 December 2025 | Industry News
Unlocking Durability and Versatility: The Essential Guide to Pigment Inks for DTF Printing
In the dynamic world of direct-to-film (DTF) printing, the choice of ink is a fundamental decision that dictates quality, durability, and application range. For professionals and businesses leveraging DTF printer technology, pigment inks have emerged as a superior solution for creating vibrant, long-lasting transfers. As a leader in digital printing solutions, Fedar designs its systems to fully harness the potential of advanced pigment inks, providing users with a reliable and high-performance printing ecosystem. Pigment Inks: The Science of Surface Bonding Unlike dye-based inks that absorb into fibers, pigment inks consist of tiny, insoluble color particles suspended in a liquid carrier. During the DTF printing process, these particles are printed onto a special film. After application with a heat press, they sit on the surface of the textile, encapsulated by a polymer layer within the adhesive powder. This mechanism offers distinct advantages: Exceptional Durability: Pigment prints exhibit excellent resistance to washing, abrasion, and fading from UV light, making them ideal for apparel that requires frequent laundering. Unmatched Versatility: Their surface-bonding nature allows them to adhere brilliantly to a wide range of fabrics, including challenging substrates like cotton, polyester, blends, and even dark-colored garments with a white underbase. Vibrant Color on Diverse Materials: They produce rich, opaque colors on both light and dark textiles,...
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