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DTG printers, or direct-to-garment printers, are a new way of printing full-color designs onto any type of fabric, including cotton and polyester blends, silk, and nylon. DTG printing machines enable creative entrepreneurs and businesses to print customized t-shirts and other garments quickly and easily, without the need for screen printing or embroidery.
The direct-to-garment printing process involves using special ink that adheres to the fabric without damaging it, so the shirt won't be falling apart after one wash or lose its vibrant colors.
The price of entry-level DTG printers is usually less than $1,000. These DTG printers are best suited for small businesses or hobbyists who want to print t-shirts on demand. Large-scale DTG machines with double printheads can cost up to $7,500.
The inks used in direct-to-garment printers are fade-resistant, so they're less likely to wash off or wear off over time. The durability of a DTG print usually depends on the type of fabric, and cotton is one that provides the most long-lasting use. The interwoven threads of cotton in the garment create a permanent print that will last for years.
Light-colored shirts are ideal for DTG inkjet printers, but they can also handle darker colors with the use of a white ink base.
DTG inks have better color reproducibility and are much more versatile, allowing for faster printing with a wider range of materials. On the other hand, DTF presses are more limited in their capabilities but they cost less compared to DTG printers.
Sublimation is a process that relies on molecular bonding to recolor a product from the inside out. DTG printers, on the other hand, apply colors to the top of the substrate's surface through surface adhesion.