What is CMYK Heat Transfer?

Offset heat transfer (also known as "offset printing heat transfer" or "four-color heat transfer") is a heat transfer pattern made using offset printing (offset printing) technology, which permanently adheres the pattern to the surface of fabric or other materials through high-temperature pressing. Its core feature is the use of CMYK four-color ink overlay printing to achieve photo-level fine effects, and is widely used in clothing customization, sports goods, promotional gifts and other fields.

• Core characteristics of offset heat transfer
  High-precision pattern restoration
  Using offset printing technology, complex patterns, gradient colors, and high-definition pictures can be printed, with a resolution of more than 300DPI, comparable to flat printing effects.
• Bright and lasting colors
  CMYK four-color ink + spot color white ink (for dark fabrics), high color saturation, washable, friction-resistant, and long-term use without fading.
• Soft and breathable without glue feeling

After hot stamping, it is integrated with the fabric, without the heavy glue layer of traditional heat transfer, soft to the touch, and good breathability (especially suitable for T-shirts and sportswear).

• Strong adhesion

Special hot melt adhesive layer ensures strong adhesion and passes machine washing test for more than 50 times (water temperature within 40℃ is recommended).

• Environmental protection and safety

Passed OEKO-TEX®, REACH and other certifications, no irritating odor, in line with children's clothing and export standards.

• Differences from traditional heat transfer
  

  Feature	CMYK HTV	Traditional HTV
  Printing Tech	CMYK Offset Printing	Screen Printing/Digital
  Design Detail	Photo-realistic precision	Best for solid colors/simple designs
  Texture	Soft, no plastic feel	Can feel stiff/thick
  Dark Fabrics	Requires white underbase	Needs extra adhesive layer
  Cost	Medium-high (bulk orders)	Low (small batches)

  
  

Best Applications

• Apparel: T-shirts, hoodies, sportswear, kids' clothing (gentle on skin)

• Accessories: Caps, backpacks, canvas shoes

• Promotional Items: Custom logos, event souvenirs

Important Tips

1. Fabric Compatibility:

   • Works best on cotton and polyester; test adhesion on silicone/waterproof fabrics.

2. Pressing Guidelines:

   • Dark fabrics must use white-backed CMYK HTV. Optimal temp: 140-150°C (too high may cause yellowing).

3. Design Optimization:

   • Avoid ultra-thin lines (<0.3mm may crack). Export gradients in CMYK format.

In Summary: CMYK HTV delivers photorealistic prints with comfortable wearability, making it ideal for high-detail designs. Proper fabric selection and heat settings are crucial for best results.