Stahls Printable HTV SuperTEK Opaque
CAD-COLOR® SuperTEK® Opaque Printable Heat Transfer Material
Stunning Full Color Designs
Create vibrant transfers for dark garments with this opaque vinyl film. With excellent stretch and rebound and a low application temperature, it's perfect for stretchy, heat-sensitive performance fabrics.
Material Specifications
- Composition: Polyurethane (PU)
- Carrier: Frosted, Non-Pressure Sensitive
- Thickness: 100 microns (.10 mm)
- Stretch & Rebound: 4
- Washability: 50
- Color Fastness: 4-5
- Dry Time: 30-60 minutes
- Safety: CPSIA Certified
1-Color Application Instructions
Time: Tack for 5 seconds, peel warm and cover and seal 5 seconds.
Temperature: 280-300°F/ 138-150°C
Pressure: Medium (#6 on Hotronix)
Peel: Warm
Sports Ball Heat Press
Time: 8 seconds
Temperature: 230°F/110°C
Pressure: Firm (top platen should make contact with the ball 2 inches before final lockdown)
Peel: Cool
Note: For textured balls, remove carrier and heat apply for an additional 8 seconds.
Heated Lower Platen
Upper: 250°F
Lower: 320°F
Time: 12-15 seconds (depending on thickness of garment)
Pressure: Medium
Print/Cut Instructions
- Print and cut your design in positive form on the media side of the material
- Once dry, weed away excess material
- Mask the weeded design, smoothing out any air bubbles
- Lift the mask to expose the vinyl adhesive from the backing
- Position the masked design on the garment for heat application
Material/Fabric Compatibility
- 100% Cotton
- 100% Polyester
- 100% Preshrunk Cotton
- Cordura®
- Cotton/Poly Blends
- Leather
- Lycra®/Spandex Blends
- Neoprene
- Nylon
Care Instructions
Machine wash inside-out using mild detergent.
Do not use bleach. Dry at a normal dryer setting on household machines. Do not dry clean.
Do not use bleach. Dry at a normal dryer setting on household machines. Do not dry clean.
Storage
Store in a cool and dry area around 65 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit with 50% relative humidity. Keep away from direct heat, sunlight and humidity. Recommended shelf life is one year.