COLORVIBE HYBRID
Digital Hybrid Full-Color Transfer
colorVIBE combines vibrant, full-color digital printing with eco-friendly water based ink to create a digital hybrid transfer with limitless possibilities. High-quality and impressive - custom apparel has never been easier or more efficient.
Durable, Efficient, and Versatile
colorVIBE Hybrid combines impressive digital graphics with durable water based screen printing.
➤ Full-color graphic capabilities, including gradients, special effects, and photo-realistic artwork
➤ Superior vibrancy and ultra-rich color output
➤ Extremely versatile, can be applied to nearly any fabric
➤ Low-temperature application of 275-300° F avoids scorching on polyester, technical fabrics, and nylon
➤ CMYK color profile, no color matching
➤ Six sheet minimum
➤ 12x18 gang sheet allows you to combine projects
➤ Fast 1-to-2 day turnaround
For Best Use On
100% cotton, 100% polyester, sublimated polyester*, cotton/poly blends, triblends, mesh, canvas, Lycra®, spandex, elastane, nylon*
*These fabrics require a custom adhesive. You MUST indicate if you will be applying to these fabrics when you place your order.
Gang Sheet Options
➤ colorVIBE Gang 12” x 18”
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colorVIBE Hybrid APPLICATION GUIDE
These instructions are a general guideline or starting point.
Download PDF instructions here.
Pre-Press
Proof & Test Print
Proof your order before application to sellable goods or garments. Test print one of the extra transfers provided with your order. To conduct multiple tests, cut the extra transfer into 2 or 4 pieces.
Pre-Heat
Pre-heat garment 3-5 seconds to remove any excess moisture.
Application
Cover sheets are not recommended. If you use a cover sheet, you must adjust your settings to accommodate for the loss of heat.
Cotton, Poly, Blends
➤ Temp: 300°F
➤ Dwell: 10-12 seconds
➤ Pressure: firm (55+ psi)
➤ Peel: hot
Heat Sensitive Poly, Nylon
➤ Temp: 275°F
➤ Dwell: 10-12 seconds
➤ Pressure: low/medium (30-45 psi)
➤ Peel: cold
TIPS & TECHNIQUES
Flat Surface
Avoid obstructions such as zippers, seams, or buttons which will cause inconsistent pressure.
Wash/Care Instructions
Machine wash garment inside out using warm water and mild detergent. Do not bleach. Do not iron on decoration.
Shelf Life
When properly stored, this product is guaranteed up to six months from the date of production.
✪ Having trouble with application? Find our comprehensive Ultimate Trouble Shooting Guide here.
colorVIBE Hybrid Art Requirements
➤ PLEASE SEND YOUR ARTWORK AT THE SIZE YOU WOULD LIKE IT PRINTED. If not, you must indicate the exact size you would like it changed to.
➤ Artwork must be submitted in a CMYK color profile. If it is submitted in any other profile, it will be converted to CMYK. Color matching is not available.
➤ All fonts in vector artwork need to be converted to curves (CorelDRAW®) or outlines (Illustrator®). Once your text is converted and sent to us, it can no longer be edited.
➤ All lines need to be a minimum weight of 2 pt. All negative spaces need to be a minimum thickness equivalent to 2 pts.
Minimum line weight and negative space requirements for colorVIBE Hybrid.
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