ULTRA STRETCH
Transfer for Swimwear and Compression Gear
Ultra Stretch is a screen printed heat transfer designed for use on swimsuits, wrestling singlets, compression gear, and other garments with high stretch. You’ll experience superior stretchability and uncompromising rebound.
Unparalleled Stretch and Rebound
Ultra Stretch was designed for use on swimwear and other highly stretchable fabrics.
➤ Clear ink provides a wicking surface for water to bead off
➤ Offers significant stretch and rebound
➤ Cold peel application
➤ Recommended for swim shops and sporting goods retailers
➤ Available in over 70 stock ink colors - view here
➤ Pantone® color matching available (+$35)
➤ Six sheet minimum
➤ See standard turnaround times here
For Best Use On
most 100% poly, swimwear, compression gear, moisture wicking
*testing recommended for coated/waterproofed garments
Gang Sheet Options
➤ Mini Gang 7” x 10.5”
➤ Small Gang 10.5” x 12”
➤ Large Gang 12.5” x 14.5”
➤ Oversize Gang 12.5” x 17.5”
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Ultra Stretch 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.
All Fabrics
➤ Temp: 335-340°F
➤ Dwell: 12-14 seconds
➤ Pressure: medium
➤ 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.
Ultra Stretch Art Requirements
➤ Vector artwork is preferred. All non-vector artwork may be subject to an art charge. Vector files will be evaluated to determine if they are print ready. What is vector artwork?
➤ 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.
➤ Please use spot colors when creating your artwork. Only use white in your design if it represents white ink and your design is shown on a colored background.
➤ 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 1 pts.
Minimum line weight and negative space requirements for Ultra Stretch.
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