The principle of transfer film is to use the characteristics of thermosensitive color changing materials and thermosensitive adhesives to transfer patterns or text from the bottom layer of the film to another material

Transfer film is a material that can transfer patterns or text from the bottom layer of the film to another material, usually textiles, creating various personalized design effects. Transfer film has the characteristics of easy operation, high efficiency, and wide applicability, and is widely used in fields such as clothing, shoes, hats, bags, and automotive interiors.

This article will provide a detailed introduction to the principles, characteristics, classification, and usage methods of transfer membranes.

1、 The principle of transfer film

The principle of transfer film is to use the characteristics of thermosensitive color changing materials and thermosensitive adhesives to transfer patterns or text from the bottom layer of the film to another material. During the hot pressing process, the thermosensitive color changing material undergoes a color change, while the thermosensitive adhesive can firmly adhere the pattern or text to the target material, thereby achieving a transfer effect.

2、 Characteristics of transfer film

1. Easy to operate: The transfer film can be transferred using a hot press or heat transfer machine, with simple and convenient operation.
2. High efficiency: Transfer film can quickly transfer patterns or text, improving production efficiency.
3. Widely applicable: Transfer film can be applied to various materials such as textiles, leather, plastics, etc.
4. Diversification: Transfer films can be customized according to customer needs to achieve various personalized design effects.

5. Washable and wear-resistant: The transfer film has good washable and wear-resistant properties, and the patterns or text are not easy to fall off.
   

3、 Classification of Transfer Membrane

1. Thermal transfer film: Thermal transfer film is a transfer material made of thermochromic materials and thermal adhesives, which can transfer patterns or text onto the target material through a hot pressing process.
2. Water transfer film: Water transfer film is a transfer material that uses water-soluble printing ink to print patterns or text, and then transfers them to the target material through water transfer technology.

3. Linear transfer film: Linear transfer film is a transfer material that uses linear conduction technology to transfer patterns or text from the bottom layer of the film to the target material.
   

4、 Instructions for using transfer film

1. Design patterns: Firstly, design patterns or text according to customer needs, and create corresponding file formats such as AI, PDF, etc.
2. Preparation of target materials: Select the target materials and perform corresponding preprocessing, such as ironing, cleaning, etc.
3. Select transfer film: Choose a suitable transfer film based on the characteristics of the target material and the requirements of the pattern or text.
4. Hot press transfer: Place the transfer film on the target material and perform hot press transfer using a hot press or heat transfer machine. Adjust the specific temperature and time according to the requirements of the transfer film.

5. Remove protective film: After the transfer is completed, peel off the protective film from the target material to obtain the pattern or text transfer effect.
   

   
   

5、 Summary

Transfer film, as an efficient and diverse material, is widely used in various fields. When using, one should choose the appropriate transfer film type and brand according to their own needs and economic strength, and strictly follow the instructions to ensure the transfer effect and safety.