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NEW TO DTF?

Start here.

You do not need to learn everything at once. Start with the basic setup, understand what each part does, then build from there.

THE BASIC SETUP

What you need for DTF printing

1. Printer

A compatible printer converted to run DTF ink. Hangry Muscle mainly focuses on the Epson ET-8550.

2. RIP Software

Software that controls color, white ink, ink amount, and how the file is prepared for printing.

3. DTF Ink

CMYKW ink made for DTF printing.

4. DTF Film

The clear film the design prints onto before it is transferred to clothing.

5. DTF Powder

Adhesive powder applied to the printed white ink before curing.

6. Heat Press

Used to press the finished transfer onto the garment.

The process in plain English

Create your artwork → print it onto DTF film → apply powder → cure the powder → heat press the transfer onto the garment.

RECOMMENDED PATH

If you are starting from scratch

Already have a printer and something is wrong?

Skip the beginner setup and go straight to troubleshooting.

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