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CAD-COLOUR® SUPERTEK® OPAQUE PRINTABLE MATERIAL
Material Overview
Create vibrant transfers for dark garments with this opaque vinyl film. With excellent stretch and rebound and a low application temperature, it's perfect for stretchy, heat-sensitive performance fabrics.
- Lightweight, stretchable
- Excellent opacity
- Incredibly soft hand
- Applies to almost any fabric, including Lycra®/spandex and nylon with the STiX2™ adhesive
- Low application temperature won't damage performance garments
- For solvent inks using a print/cut system only—not compatible with inkjet/laser printers
- Recommended mask: Solutions® Mask
- Compatible with our Stahls' Rip-Away Appliqué™ Process
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Benefits at a Glance
Material Specifications
Application Instructions
1 Colour Application Instructions| Time: | Tack for 5 seconds, peel warm and cover and seal 5 seconds |
| Temperature: | 280-300°F/
138-150°C |
| Pressure: | Medium |
| Peel: | Warm |
Sports Ball Heat Press| Time: | 8 seconds |
| Temperature: | 230°F / 110°C |
| Pressure: | Firm (top platen should make contact with the ball 2 inches before final lockdown) |
| Peel: | Cool |
| Note: | For textured balls, remove carrier and heat apply for an additional 8 seconds. |
Heated Lower Platen| Upper: | 250°F |
| Lower: | 320°F |
| Time: | 12-15 seconds (depending on thickness of garment) |
| Pressure: | Medium |
Print/Cut Instructions- Print and cut your design in positive form on the media side of the material
- Once dry, weed away excess material
- Mask the weeded design, smoothing out any air bubbles
- Lift the mask to expose the vinyl adhesive from the backing
- Position the masked design on the garment for heat application
Care InstructionsMachine wash inside-out using mild detergent. Do not use bleach. Dry at a normal dryer setting on household machines. Do not dry clean.
StorageStore in a cool and dry area around 65 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit with 50% relative humidity. Keep away from direct heat, sunlight and humidity. Recommended shelf life is one year.
Cutter Instructions| Cutter | Blade | Force | Offset | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roland GX-24 | 45° | 70-90g | 0.25 | 30 cm/s |
| Roland VP-300 | 45° | 70-90g | 0.25 | 30 cm/s |
| Roland SP-300 | 45° | 70-90g | 0.25 | 30 cm/s |
| Roland XC-540 | 45° | 70-90g | 0.25 | 30 cm/s |
Note: Always test cut prior to any production run. For optimal cutting and weeding, maintain a line thickness of at least 1/16" for lettering & logos.
Educational Videos
How to Heat Press: CAD-PRINTZ® SuperTEK® Opaque
Uploaded on Aug 17, 2021
Learn the step-by-step instructions of how to properly heat press CAD-PRINTZ® SuperTEK® Opaque to blank apparel. Watch as Josh Ellsworth walks you through how you can get a perfect application when using this special custom logo product and the proper time, temperature, and pressure.
Uploaded on Aug 17, 2021
Learn the step-by-step instructions of how to properly heat press CAD-PRINTZ® SuperTEK® Opaque to blank apparel. Watch as Josh Ellsworth walks you through how you can get a perfect application when using this special custom logo product and the proper time, temperature, and pressure.
Top 3 Reasons to Buy: CAD-COLOR® SuperTEK® Opaque
Uploaded on Jul 16, 2021
Learn about one of the best full color heat transfer materials on the market in CAD-COLOR® SuperTEK® Opaque. This eye-catching heat transfer material offers you the ability to excellent stretch and rebound and a low application temperature, it's perfect for stretchy, heat-sensitive performance fabrics Watch as Josh highlights the top 3 reasons why you should consider this product and how it can best be used for your business.
Uploaded on Jul 16, 2021
Learn about one of the best full color heat transfer materials on the market in CAD-COLOR® SuperTEK® Opaque. This eye-catching heat transfer material offers you the ability to excellent stretch and rebound and a low application temperature, it's perfect for stretchy, heat-sensitive performance fabrics Watch as Josh highlights the top 3 reasons why you should consider this product and how it can best be used for your business.
CAD-COLOUR® SUPERTEK® OPAQUE PRINTABLE MATERIAL
Stunning Full Colour Designs
Material Overview
Create vibrant transfers for dark garments with this opaque vinyl film. With excellent stretch and rebound and a low application temperature, it's perfect for stretchy, heat-sensitive performance fabrics.
- Lightweight, stretchable
- Excellent opacity
- Incredibly soft hand
- Applies to almost any fabric, including Lycra®/spandex and nylon with the STiX2™ adhesive
- Low application temperature won't damage performance garments
- For solvent inks using a print/cut system only—not compatible with inkjet/laser printers
- Recommended mask: Solutions Mask®
- Compatible with our Stahls' Rip-Away Appliqué™ Process
Image slider
Material Specifications
Benefits at a Glance
Application Instructions
1 Colour Application Instructions| Time: | Tack for 5 seconds, peel warm and cover and seal 5 seconds |
| Temperature: | 280-300°F / 138-150°C |
| Pressure: | Medium |
| Peel: | Warm |
Sports Ball Heat Press| Time: | 8 seconds |
| Temperature: | 230°F / 110°C |
| Pressure: | Firm (top platen should make contact with the ball 2 inches before final lockdown) |
| Peel: | Cool |
| Note: | For textured balls, remove carrier and heat apply for an additional 8 seconds. |
Heated Lower Platen| Upper: | 250°F |
| Lower: | 320°F |
| Time: | 12-15 seconds (depending on thickness of garment) |
| Pressure: | Medium |
Print/Cut Instructions- Print and cut your design in positive form on the media side of the material
- Once dry, weed away excess material
- Mask the weeded design, smoothing out any air bubbles
- Lift the mask to expose the vinyl adhesive from the backing
- Position the masked design on the garment for heat application
Care InstructionsMachine wash inside-out using mild detergent. Do not use bleach. Dry at a normal dryer setting on household machines. Do not dry clean.
StorageStore in a cool and dry area around 65 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit with 50% relative humidity. Keep away from direct heat, sunlight and humidity. Recommended shelf life is one year.
Cutter Instructions| Cutter | Blade | Force | Offset | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roland GX-24 | 45° | 70-90g | 0.25 | 30 cm/s |
| Roland VP-300 | 45° | 70-90g | 0.25 | 30 cm/s |
| Roland SP-300 | 45° | 70-90g | 0.25 | 30 cm/s |
| Roland XC-540 | 45° | 70-90g | 0.25 | 30 cm/s |
Note: Always test cut prior to any production run. For optimal cutting and weeding, maintain a line thickness of at least 1/16" for lettering & logos.
Educational Videos
How to Heat Press: CAD-PRINTZ® SuperTEK® Opaque
Uploaded on Aug 17, 2021
Learn the step-by-step instructions of how to properly heat press CAD-PRINTZ® SuperTEK® Opaque to blank apparel. Watch as Josh Ellsworth walks you through how you can get a perfect application when using this special custom logo product and the proper time, temperature, and pressure.
Uploaded on Aug 17, 2021
Learn the step-by-step instructions of how to properly heat press CAD-PRINTZ® SuperTEK® Opaque to blank apparel. Watch as Josh Ellsworth walks you through how you can get a perfect application when using this special custom logo product and the proper time, temperature, and pressure.
Top 3 Reasons to Buy: CAD-COLOR® SuperTEK® Opaque
Uploaded on Jul 16, 2021
Learn about one of the best full color heat transfer materials on the market in CAD-COLOR® SuperTEK® Opaque. This eye-catching heat transfer material offers you the ability to excellent stretch and rebound and a low application temperature, it's perfect for stretchy, heat-sensitive performance fabrics Watch as Josh highlights the top 3 reasons why you should consider this product and how it can best be used for your business.
Uploaded on Jul 16, 2021
Learn about one of the best full color heat transfer materials on the market in CAD-COLOR® SuperTEK® Opaque. This eye-catching heat transfer material offers you the ability to excellent stretch and rebound and a low application temperature, it's perfect for stretchy, heat-sensitive performance fabrics Watch as Josh highlights the top 3 reasons why you should consider this product and how it can best be used for your business.