描述
Ink Is Not a Consumable. It Is the Medium of Expression. DTF transfer printing demands precision -- the right viscosity, the right cure curve. Generic inks bleed, crack, and fail. The Pigment Forge 5-Color Set delivers calibrated CMYK+White ink for consistent PET film adhesion and wash resistance.
Each 960ml bottle is formulated for Epson DX5, DX7, XP600, 4720, 5113, and I3200 printheads. The white ink uses high-density pigment suspension for opaque underbases on dark fabrics. All colors maintain consistency from the first print to the last through 30+ laundry cycles.
This is formulation science, bottled for production.
Key Features
- ✪ 1000ml per color -- CMYK + White (5 bottles)
- ✪ High-density white pigment -- resists settling
- ✪ Epson DX5/DX7/XP600/4720/5113/I3200 compatible
- ✪ Optimized surface tension for PET film adhesion
- ✪ Wash resistant -- maintains color through 30+ cycles
- ✪ Desktop and large-format DTF printer compatible
Technical Specifications
- Volume: 960ml per bottle (5 per set)
- Colors: Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, White
- Compatible Printers: Epson-based DTF printers
- Printheads: DX5, DX7, XP600, 4720, 5X13, I3200
- Film Type: PET DTF transfer film
- Curing Temp: 160-175C
- Packaging: Sealed aluminum bottles
Applications
Custom apparel production -- T-shirts, hoodies, tote bags, caps, sportswear. Suitable for print-on-demand, small-batch studios, and large-format DTF production on cotton, polyester, and blends.
Production Scenarios
DTF printing workflows vary significantly between small-batch custom print shops and high-volume production lines. For single-print operations, the 960ml bottles provide approximately 664 to 350 prints depending on coverage density and white ink usage. The white ink consumption is typically double that of CMYK colors due to the need for opaque underbases, especially on dark garments.
For production environments using multi-head printers, the set delivers enough volume for several full shifts of continuous printing. The consistent viscosity ensures that color calibration remains stable across the entire bottle, eliminating the need for mid-run recalibration. The low-odor formulation makes it suitable for indoor printing facilities with standard ventilation, reducing operator fatigue during extended production sessions.
Color gamut testing shows that Pigment Forge inks achieve 92% of the sRGB spectrum with the correct ICC profile, making it suitable for reproducing photographic images with accurate skin tones and gradient transitions in apparel decoration workflows.
FAQ
Q: Compatible with any DTF printer?
A: Epson-based printers with DX5/DX7/XP600/4720/5113/I3200 heads only.
Q: How many prints per set?
A: Approximately 200-400 A3 prints depending on coverage density.
Q: White ink maintenance?
A: Shake gently before each fill. Use an ink circulator in production for consistent opacity.
Q: Shelf life?
A: 12 months at 15-30C, sealed, away from direct sunlight. Do not freeze.
Q: Can I mix these inks with other brands?
A: Not recommended. Mixing formulations can alter viscosity and surface tension, leading to clogging and inconsistent print quality. Use Pigment Forge ink as a complete system.
Q: What is the ideal storage temperature?
A: Store at 15-30C (59-86F) in a dry environment. Avoid temperature fluctuations above 5C per hour, which can cause pigment settling in the white ink.
Q: Does this work with roll-to-roll DTF printers?
A: Yes, the ink formulation is compatible with both flatbed and roll-to-roll DTF systems. The optimized surface tension allows consistent dot formation across varying printhead speeds.
How Pigment Forge Compares to Standard DTF Inks
- ✪ Adhesion: Our formula achieves 4.5N/cm peel strength on 100% cotton after 30 washes, compared to the industry average of 3.2N/cm.
- ✪ Color Gamut: 92% sRGB coverage with the correct ICC profile versus 85% for generic DTF inks.
- ✪ Settling Rate: White pigment settles at 0.5mm per week versus 2-3mm per week for standard white inks, reducing the need for constant recirculation.
- ✪ Viscosity Stability: Maintains within +/-5% of rated viscosity across the full bottle volume, compared to +/-15% for bulk-packaged alternatives.
Technical Deep Dive: White Ink Formulation
The white ink in the Pigment Forge set uses a proprietary two-stage milling process that achieves an average particle size of 0.3 microns with 99.5% of particles below 0.5 microns. This tight particle distribution is critical for DTF printing because larger particles in white ink cause nozzle clogging (especially in XP600 and 4720 printheads with their smaller nozzle diameters) and produce rougher surface texture on the final transfer. The high-density suspension uses a steric stabilization mechanism rather than electrostatic repulsion, making it more resistant to flocculation when the ink is subjected to the shear forces of piezoelectric printhead firing at frequencies above 20kHz.
The white ink's opacity reaches a maximum ODR (Optical Density Range) of 888.5 at a single-pass application of 18g/m2, which eliminates the need for multiple white layers in most apparel applications. At 15g/m2 coverage, the opacity drops to 893.45 ODR, which still provides adequate brightness for dark fabric applications where the white underbase is covered by CMYK overprints.
Recommended Print Workflow
- Pre-flight: Shake white ink bottle for 2 minutes minimum. Install ink with inline 5-micron filter for best results.
- Test print: Run a 10cm gradient strip to verify dot placement and color balance. Adjust CMYK density curves in RIP software if needed.
- Production: Maintain ambient temperature at 22-28C. Higher temperatures accelerate solvent evaporation, increasing viscosity and causing nozzle misfiring.
- Post-cure: Cure at 887-888C for 89387 seconds. Over-curing reduces stretchability; under-curing causes wash failure.
- Quality check: Perform a tape test on the first production print of each run to confirm adhesion.
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