Eco-friendly Heat Transfer Film Thermal Transfer Sticker Foil for Plastic Cup
Heat Transfer Film (also known as Thermal Transfer Sticker Foil) is a specialized material used to transfer designs, patterns, or branding onto various surfaces through heat and pressure. It consists of a thin, multi-layered film (typically PET, OPP, or PVC-based) coated with adhesive inks or metallic finishes. When heated, the film releases the design onto the target substrate, creating a durable and high-quality finish.
Product name | Heat transfer label film for plastic cup |
Material | PET |
Size | According your design |
Surface | Glossy film |
Printing type | Gravure print |
Thickness | 20μm |
Shape | in roll |
Length | 500m/roll |
Width | Max 120cm |
Feature | Bright colors |
Heat Transfer Film FAQ
Q:Why does the base color of the product or the color of the film become darker after printing?
1) Your product color is too dark, and the white base of the thermal transfer film is not thick, resulting in the product color showing through after printing. You can use 2 or even 3 layers of white on the design artwork.
2)Thicken and deepen the white ink,or use high-concentration white.
Q:How to ensure that the colors of design drawings are more standard?
1) For the electronic draft, the customer confirms the color and size. If there is a 5% difference between the product and the design draft, the customer will be informed in advance.
2) Use Pantone color cards to compare color numbers with customers.
The manufacturing process of heat transfer film involves several key steps to ensure high-quality, durable, and precise printing results. Below is a simplified description of the main production stages:
Make cylinder | * A printing cylinder (or gravure roller) is engraved with the desired design. * The cylinder’s surface is etched with tiny cells that hold ink for pattern transfer. * Precision engraving ensures accurate color reproduction and print consistency. |
Printing | * The PET (or other substrate) film is fed into the printing machine. * Ink is applied to the engraved cylinder and transferred onto the film in layers (depending on color requirements). * Each color is printed separately, with registration marks ensuring alignment. |
Drying | * After printing, the film passes through a drying tunnel (hot air or UV curing). * This step evaporates solvents and solidifies the ink to prevent smudging. * Proper drying ensures adhesion and color fastness. |
Cutting | * The printed film is cut into rolls or sheets based on customer requirements. * Precision slitting machines trim edges and divide the film into desired widths. * Some films may be pre-cut into specific label sizes. |
Quality Inspection | * Visual and machine inspections check for defects (misprints, color shifts, scratches, etc.). * Adhesion, color accuracy, and durability tests are performed. * Only approved films move to the next stage. |
Packaging & Shipping | * The finished heat transfer film is carefully wound onto cores or stacked as sheets. * Protective packaging (plastic wrap, carton boxes) prevents damage during transit. * Labels with product details (size, material, batch number) are attached before shipping. |
This streamlined process ensures high-performance PET heat transfer films for applications like bucket paint bucket heat transfer,apparel labels, and industrial branding.
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1.Are you a manufacturer?
3.How can we guarantee quality?
Always a pre-production sample before mass production;Always final Inspection before shipment.
4.What is "heat transfer printing' ?
Heat transfer printing utilizes high-quality gravure printed on a clear carrier that are permanently bonded to a part by the heat and pressure of the heat transfer process. Since heat transfer label are preprinted, multicolor images are transferred to the part in one pass.
5.How to use heat transfer printing ?
1)firstly you must have a heat transfer printing machine, we also produce this machine
7.How can we contact you as soon as possible?
We are always available on Alibaba.com, WhatsApp, Wechat. You can also reach us by email. You are welcome to send us any questions anytime and we will reply you.