Looking for a DTF printer for sale near you? Explore DTF printer options for apparel production and compare the equipment based on your actual workflow. Before choosing a printer, consider the type of work you plan to produce, the space available for your setup, and the additional equipment and supplies your production process may require.
How to Choose a DTF Printer
Choosing a DTF printer starts with understanding what you actually plan to produce. DTF, or direct-to-film printing, involves printing a design onto film and transferring the finished design to a garment with heat. For a general overview of the process, see Wikipedia’s explanation of direct-to-film printing.
Start with your expected workflow rather than choosing a machine based on a single specification. Consider the types of jobs you expect to handle, the print width that makes sense for those jobs, your available production space, and how the printer will fit into the rest of your process.
Remember that the printer is only one part of an in-house DTF workflow. Depending on how you plan to operate, you may also need to account for film, ink, powder, curing equipment, a heat press, cleaning supplies, and workspace. The goal is to choose a production setup that makes sense for the work your business actually intends to handle.
If your main goal is decorating apparel without producing transfers yourself, you may not need to bring the entire production workflow in-house. Explore DTF Transfers or visit Eagle DTF Print to compare the ready-made transfer route with owning production equipment.
DTF Printer FAQ
What should I consider before buying a DTF printer?
Consider what you plan to produce, your expected workflow, print width needs, available workspace, and the additional equipment and supplies required to support production.
Is a DTF printer all I need for DTF printing?
Not necessarily. An in-house DTF workflow can involve the printer plus film, ink, adhesive powder, curing equipment, a heat press, cleaning supplies, and other production requirements.
Do I need a DTF printer to use DTF transfers?
No. A business can purchase ready-to-press transfers instead of producing transfers in-house. A heat press is then used during the garment application stage.
