SK Dark Cotton-Poly Blend DTG Pretreatment PRT-DTG-TCDC
559.00 ฿
SKU PRT-DTG-TCDC-1
SK Dark Cotton-Poly Blend Pretreatment (PRT-DTG-TCDC) is a pretreatment for DTG printing on black and dark cotton-polyester blends (TC fabric) with a white ink underbase before the colours. It helps white ink hold onto the fabric, gives solid, sharp colour and reduces ink bleeding or spreading on dark fabric. Made in Thailand by S.K. Color & Chemicals.
What it is for
- Black and dark cotton-polyester blends
- White ink underbase prints only
- DTG print shops and printed-garment factories
- Spray by hand or use a pretreatment machine
How to use
- Mix 1 part pretreatment with 3 parts clean water (1 litre makes about 4 litres ready to use). Shake well.
- Spray evenly all over a clean, dry shirt.
- Dry completely before printing. Starting values with SK pretreatment: heat press at 165–180°C for 40–60 seconds, or tunnel dryer at 145–160°C for 100–140 seconds. Adjust for your fabric.
- Print DTG with a white ink underbase as usual.
Results vary with fabric type, fabric colour, printer, ink and curing method. Test on your real fabric before large runs.
PRT-DTG-TCDC tips from SK Fix Center
- Mix it right: Measure 1 part pretreatment and 3 parts water with the same cup, so the ratio is always right. Do not use the 1:2 ratio in the Brother manual; that is for Brother's own pretreatment. Step-by-step guide (in Thai) ›
- Spray the same amount every time: Test on the real fabric first. Weigh the shirt before and after spraying, note the amount that works, and use it again for the same shirt. Step-by-step guide (in Thai) ›
- Dark TC shirts: Check the fabric label first. On some dark poly-blend shirts the fabric dye can rise into the white ink and shift its colour a little, so test that shirt before a big run. Step-by-step guide (in Thai) ›
- Spray evenly: Lint-roll the shirt first, slip a board inside so the liquid does not soak through, and take it out before pressing. Spray well away from the DTG printer; the mist can damage the print head. Step-by-step guide (in Thai) ›
- Dry it completely: Pressing many shirts in a row cools the press, so check the real temperature before and during work. Lift the shirt off so steam can escape, and add a little time if it is still damp. Step-by-step guide (in Thai) ›
- After pressing: Do not touch the treated area, do not stack treated shirts, and keep them dry. If a shirt waits a long time, press it again just before printing. Step-by-step guide (in Thai) ›
Product details
- Product code: PRT-DTG-TCDC
- Type: concentrate, mix 1:3 with water
- Sizes: 1 litre and 5 litres
- Volume pricing: the 5 litre size costs 5% less than buying 1 litre bottles, and buying 4 or more 5 litre gallons costs 10% less. The discount is applied automatically in the cart.
- Storage: keep tightly closed in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight
Safety
Wear gloves and eye protection. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Spray in a well-ventilated area or a spray booth.
Choose the SK pretreatment that matches your fabric and ink
- White / light cotton shirts (CMYK colour ink): PRT-DTG-WC
- White / light cotton-blend shirts (CMYK colour ink): PRT-DTG-TCWC
- Dark cotton shirts (white ink): PRT-DTG-DC standard or PRT-DTG-UDC premium
- Dark cotton-blend shirts (white ink): PRT-DTG-TCDC
- After printing, for better wash fastness (any shirt colour): OverLock post-treatment POT-DTG-OVL01
See all our pretreatments at SK DTG pretreatment
