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Test report of cheap DTF film on the market: a double test of quality and integrity

Author : Alex

Update time : 2024-06-28 11:36:51

With the continuous development of Direct to Film (DTF) technology, many DTF film products have emerged on the market, including attractive and cheap options. However, does the low price mean the same excellent quality and service? Recently, we tested some cheap DTF films on the market, and the results were somewhat worrying.

1. Base film thickness and material process

As the core component of DTF film, the thickness and material of the base film directly affect the stability and printing effect of the product. Since the launch of DTF film, PrintWant has always insisted on using a base film thickness of 75μ, which has been proven to be the best balance point in many tests, ensuring the delicate and stable printing effect.

However, in the batch of cheap DTF films we purchased, the base film thickness was reduced to 65μ. This not only reduces the stability of the product, but also in the subsequent coating process, due to the thin base film, the thickness of the ink-absorbing layer and the release layer will be reduced accordingly. This will cause ink flow during printing, affecting the printing effect, and the hot tearing effect is poor, and it is easy to stick to powder.

2. Storage performance test

During the rainy season, the air humidity is high, which puts higher requirements on the storage performance of DTF film. After we exposed this batch of cheap DTF film to the air for half an hour, we found a lot of water droplets on its surface, while PrintWant's DTF film did not have such problems. Of course, we recommend that both storage and printing rooms be kept between 45% and 65% occupancy.

This test result shows that the moisture resistance of cheap DTF film is poor, and it is easy to absorb moisture in the air, resulting in surface moisture. This will not only affect the printing effect, but also increase the risk of product damage.

3. Price and integrity issues

In addition to product quality issues, we also found problems with the price and integrity of these cheap DTF films. When we inquired about these products and expressed interest in buying them, the supplier told us that this batch of products had been sold out and that we would need to pay more if we wanted to continue buying. This false quotation strategy not only disappointed people, but also exposed the lack of integrity of some suppliers.

In contrast, PrintWant has always been committed to providing stable products and active after-sales service. Although our products are not 100% perfect, our ink-absorbing layer process has always been produced in accordance with standardized processes, and the process conditions from formula raw materials to process conditions remain unchanged. We adjust the release tightness according to customer needs to meet the needs of different customers. PrintWant's real instant hot peel DTF film enjoys a good reputation in the market, which is the result of testing and verification by dealers and customers.

4. Summary and Suggestions

Through this test, we found that some cheap DTF films on the market have many problems in quality, storage performance and integrity. This reminds us that when purchasing DTF pet film, we should not only look at the price, but also pay attention to the quality and after-sales service of the product.

Here, we suggest that when choosing DTF film, you should make more comparisons and tests, and choose brands with stable quality and good service. At the same time, we also hope that suppliers can pay attention to product quality and honest operation, and jointly maintain the healthy development of the DTF film market. PrintWant will continue to uphold the principle of "quality first, customer first" to provide customers with high-quality dtf pet film and services.

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