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Screen Printing Showdown: How It Stacks Up Against DTG and DTF
Meta Description with a focus on transfer techniques.: Not sure how to print shirts? Learn if การพิมพ์สกรีน, DTG, or DTF is best for you. We compare cost, durability, and more, including the type of emulsion used!
Introduction
Picking the right way to print shirts can save time and money!
- People want to know:
- Which method is cheapest?
- Which lasts the longest?
- Which works on different fabrics?
- Quick answer:
- การพิมพ์สกรีน = Best for big orders with high-quality plastisol ink.
- DTG = Best for photos on light shirts.
- DTF = Best for polyester or mixed fabrics.
การพิมพ์สกรีนคืออะไร?
Screen printing uses screens to put ink on shirts.
- How it works:
- A screen with a design holds ink.
- Ink is pushed through the mesh screen onto the shirt using a squeegee.
- Good things:
- Very strong (lasts 50+ washes).
- Cheap for big orders (like 100+ shirts).
- Bad things:
- Expensive setup ($100-$500) for the transfer process.
- Hard to do gradients (like sunsets).
- ดีที่สุดสำหรับ: Big orders of cotton shirts with simple designs.
What is Direct-to-Garment (DTG)?
DTG prints like an office printer but on shirts!
- How it works:
- A printer sprays ink directly on the shirt.
- Good things:
- No setup cost ($0).
- Great for photos (like faces or art).
- Bad things:
- Costs more per shirt when using plastisol ink. ($8-$15 each).
- Not good on dark shirts (ink fades).
- ดีที่สุดสำหรับ: Small orders (1-20 shirts) with detailed art.
What is Direct-to-Film (DTF)?
DTF uses sticky film and a press to add designs to shirts.
- How it works:
- Print design on film.
- Stick film to shirt with heat.
- Good things:
- Works on any fabric with a mesh screen. (cotton, polyester).
- Bright colors (no fading).
- Bad things:
- Feels stiff after washing.
- Moderate cost ($4-$8 per shirt) when using a squeegee method.
- ดีที่สุดสำหรับ: Medium orders (20-100 shirts) on mixed fabrics using a transfer method.
Screen Printing vs DTG vs DTF: The Big Showdown
| หมวดหมู่ | การพิมพ์สกรีน | DTG | DTF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost for 50 shirts | $1.50-$3 each | $8-$15 each | $4-$8 each |
| ความทนทาน | ซักมากกว่า 50 ครั้ง (best) | 20-30 washes | 30-40 washes |
| ความเร็ว | 100 shirts/hour (fast for bulk) | 20 shirts/hour (slow) | 50 shirts/hour (medium) |
| ผ้า | Cotton only | Pre-treated cotton | Any fabric! |
| Designs | Simple shapes, text, and emulsion techniques. | Photos, art | Bright colors, no fine details |
Key facts:
- การพิมพ์สกรีน is cheapest for big orders.
- DTG is best for photos on light shirts.
- DTF works on polyester and cotton.
Real-Life Examples
Case Study 1: 500 Cotton Shirts for a School Event
- ผู้ชนะ: Screen printing.
- ทำไม: Saved 80% vs. DTG.
Case Study 2: 10 Hoodies with a Sunset Design
- ผู้ชนะ: DTG.
- ทำไม: Printed gradients perfectly.
Case Study 3: 50 Polyester Hats for a Soccer Team
- ผู้ชนะ: DTF.
- ทำไม: Stuck to polyester better than screen printing.
คำตอบสำหรับคำถามทั่วไป
1. Which method lasts the longest?
- การพิมพ์สกรีน > DTF > DTG.
2. Can DTF replace screen printing?
- Yes, we can press designs onto various materials., for mixed fabrics or medium orders.
3. Is DTG eco-friendly?
- Yes, uses water-based inks (less waste) and plastisol for durability.
How to Choose: Simple Checklist
- How many shirts?
- Big order (>50) → การพิมพ์สกรีน.
- Small order (<20) → DTG.
- Medium order (20-100) → DTF.
- ผ้าอะไรคะ?
- Cotton → การพิมพ์สกรีน หรือ DTG.
- Polyester → DTF.
- What design options do you supply?
- Simple → การพิมพ์สกรีน.
- Complex → DTG หรือ DTF.
Final Thoughts
การพิมพ์สกรีน, DTG, และ DTF all have pros and cons. Use this guide to pick the best one for your project!
Remember:
- Big cotton orders → การพิมพ์สกรีน.
- Photo prints → DTG.
- Polyester/mixed fabrics → DTF.
