Precipitation-Free DTF Ink Overview
No need to stir, no need to filter before using. 2023 SUBLISTAR new generation precipitation-free DTF ink, avoids flocculation and sedimentation caused by long-distance transportation or long-term storage. It’s widely applied for polyester, cotton, Lycra, spandex, denim, mixed fabrics, etc.
Features & Benefits
- Good dry/wet rubbing, washing and light fastness
- No clogging heads ensured by super filtration
- Good tensile ductility, soft hand feeling
- Quick drying time for improved production speed
- More environmentally friendly and user-friendly
- Long lasting up to 2-3 years for outdoor durability
DTF Ink Color Fastness Properties
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Color |
Dry rubbing fastness grade | Wet rubbing fastness grade | Color | Light fastness grade | Washing fastness grade | |
| C | 4-5 | 4-5 | C | 5-6 | 4-5 | |
| M | 4-5 | 4-5 | M | 5-6 | 4-5 | |
| Y | 4-5 | 4-5 | Y | 5-6 | 4-5 | |
| K | 4-5 | 4-5 | K | 5-6 | 4-5 | |
| W | 4-5 | 4-5 | W | 5-6 | 4-5 | |
| Note: Compared to Grey-scale, 1-5 grade, the highest grade is 5. | Note: Highest grade of light fastness is 7, the highest grade of washing fastness is 5. | |||||
Precipitation-free DTF Ink Applications
In order to meet the continuous improvement and demand of the market, SUBLISTAR has upgraded again and grandly launched a new generation precipitation-free DTF ink, which allows DTF printing more smooth and easier. It’s widely applied for polyester, cotton, Lycra, spandex, denim, and mixed fabrics, etc.
DTF Ink Precautions
- This precipitation-free DTF ink can be used without dilution, stirring, and filtering when unpacked and loaded into the printer's primary ink cartridge or ink supply barrel;
- When loading or replacing DTF ink, please use cleaning liquid to clean the ink tube first, then clean with pure water before loading ink;
- Keep printing environment temperature 20-30°C, relative humidity of 40-80% RH, and a dust-free environment;
- Keep wipers clean when printing, and that daily maintenance is carried out regularly;
Precipitation-free DTF Ink Specification
| Ink Model | No Precipitation DTF Ink |
| Ink Type | Water-based Pigment ink |
| Color | C/ M/ Y/ K/ W |
| Volume | 1000ml/pack |
| Applicable Print Head | Epson I3200/ XP600/ I1600/ 4720 etc print heads |
| Print Method | Direct-to-Film |
| Related | Hot Melt Powder, Film |
| Feature | 100% Safe, Environmental Protection, Without Any Harmful Substances |
| Shelf Life | 12 Months |
| Quality Control | 100% Testing Before Leaving Factroy |
| Transport Package | Carton |
| Ink Package | Bottle/ Bag Available |
| Application | Widely used for T-shirts, Canvas bag, Hoodies, Jeans,etc various textiles |
Precipitation-free DTF Ink Fluency
| Color | Washing times | Installation print heads tests | Nozzle status after high-speed mode continuous printing 100m2 | Fluency test results |
| C | 0 | Ok | No line-missing and no mis-inkjeting | Qualified |
| M | 0 | Ok | No line-missing and no mis-inkjeting | Qualified |
| Y | 0 | Ok | No line-missing and no mis-inkjeting | Qualified |
| K | 0 | Ok | No line-missing and no mis-inkjeting | Qualified |
| W | 0 | Ok | No line-missing and no mis-inkjeting | Qualified |
| Each batch of ink has to pass strictly aging tests before shipment,to ensure the good and stable quality. | ||||
Limited Warranty:
Sublistar provides a 24-month warranty for printing machines including DTF, UV, DTG, Sublimation, Heat Press Machine and the components except consumables such as powder, ink, etc. Our technicians can be issued a replacement on some parts that will be covered in the limited warranty. Technicians can assist by chat or video chat to help replace a part and troubleshoot during this time. Once the limited warranty ends, the customers are responsible for any parts costs and troubleshooting. Customers may self-install parts or use their technicians, but Sublistar is not responsible for damages caused during self-repair.
Section 2 - What is covered
Sublistar company provides 3-6 months free warranty service for the print head for the following series of machines.
During this period, technicians will assist in replacing print head parts and troubleshooting through chat or video chat.
If the problems cannot be resolved, a new print head will be replaced for free. Once the limited warranty ends, the customer will be responsible for any parts costs and troubleshooting. Customers can install parts themselves or use their technicians, but Sublistar is not responsible for damage caused during the self-repair process.
- DTF-600 Series Star IV DTF Printer & Shaker
- DTF-1200 Series Star IV DTF Printer & Shaker
- DTF-600 Series Star III DTF Printer & Shaker
- DTF-1200 Series Star III DTF Printer & Shaker
- DTF-600 Series Eco Star III DTF Printer & Shaker
- DTF-600 Series Ultra II DTF Printer & Shaker
Section 3 - What is not covered
- The consumables such as powder, ink, paper, film etc. are not covered by warranty.
- The print heads of the following series are not covered by warranty:
- DTF-A3+Star IV DTF Printer & Shaker
- DTF-A3+Ultra A All-in-one DTF Printing Machine
- UV Star IV Series Machine
- UV Star III Series Machine
- DTG DTX Series Machine
- Sublimation SUB Series Machine
Please note that:
- If you have any questions after the receipt of our Sublistar products, please feel free to contact us via any online means and we would be delighted to offer you kind service within the warranty period.
- The equipments that are covered by warranty can be repaired or replaced within the warranty period if they are not artificially damaged.
- If you find the equipment problems and handle them by yourself after the receipt of our products or require for any repair or replacement after the warranty period, Sublistar would not bear any responsibilities.
For questions or any concerns about the policy, please contact us at support@subli-star.com.
Dear International Customers,
Our orders are shipped directly from our factory in China. Shipping to most countries worldwide, we work with a dedicated shipping team to provide you with discounted shipping rates.
Please select the most suitable shipping mode according to your requirements:
- Expedited Shipping Options:
International Express Delivery (Such as DHL/TNT/FedEx/UPS/EMS): Fast & Convenient, suitable for goods with small volume and light weight like components or samples.
Shipping Time: On average, 7-10 working days to most countries.
Air Transportation Fast & Convenient. For expedited shipments of goods, including oversized items. The freight forwarder transports the goods from original place to destination airport, and the customers need to handle customs clearance and pick up the goods by themself.
Shipping Time: On average, 10-20 working days to most countries.
- Economy Shipping Options:
Sea Transportation
Cost-effective, suitable for shipment of large amounts of goods. It is the shipping method most customers choose.
The freight forwarder transports the goods from the original place to the destination seaport, and the customer needs to handle customs clearance and pick up the goods by himself.
Shipping Time: On average, 20-40 working days to most countries.
- Sea Transportation Door to Door
Safe & Convenient & Flexible & One-stop Service, suitable for customers who may not be familiar with the shipping procedure and want to save trouble.
The freight forwarder transports the goods directly from the original place to the destination and handles customs clearance and delivery.
Shipping Time: On average, 20-40 working days to most countries.
Please note that:
1.Shipping time is in addition to any processing or production time. Due to high demand for machines and equipment, some equipment requires a lead time for production.
2.Business days are M-F and start counting from the date that the carrier receives the parcel, we hand off most parcels to the carrier on the same day.
For questions or any concerns about the policy, please contact us at support@subli-star.com