DTF vs. DTG Pros and Cons Explained

[@ricomatv]

What are your opinions when it comes it DTF and DTG? Which one is your favorite?

[@NewAgeRanger]

Can these machines be used/plugged into a residential power setting or they only for commercial building? Any concerns for residential use with power surges/outages, let’s say setting up these machines in a home garage.

[@gc2276]

@@NewAgeRanger If you are starter do not buy any printers just buy good press. You can outsource DTF prints for cheap. Learn design that will be more important and also develop good strategy how to sell your product or service. That way you can start from your residence. Also do not believe you can sell easy shirts for $28 that will happen not often if ever most likely will be between $12 and $18 per shirt depend on size of print and how many locations need to press designs. Don't go for DTG it is to many problems it is expensive and it is slow inconsistent and limited mostly to 100% cotton materials. That will be my advice but educate your self and connect to local screen printing shop that will do contract pricing for orders over 100 pieces.

[@gc2276]

I wouldn't agree that DTG take much less space than DTF . When you setup DTG printer and pretreatment machine that is almost same amount of space as DTF. In both cases you need press. In both cases you will have fumes or dust, so will need some form of ventilation.

[@leviteapparel]

Amazing work 👏🏿

[@ricomatv]

Thank you 🙌

[@Jingwang-Baosiwei]

Definitely go for DTF.

[@ricomatv]

Thank you for the feedback!

[@theprintperfect]

Can you do the pros and cons of HTV Eco-solvent print and cut and the DTF? Thanks for this video helped me in making a decision.

[@ricomatv]

Hi! Thank you for the suggestion, we will be sure to pass this down to our team.

[@richierich3194]

Both serve their purpus DTF for mass production and DTG for specialty items ♥️👕❤️ looking forward to buying them both

[@ricomatv]

We are here whenever you need us!

[@stevencantr]

Can you address the durability and washability difference between DTG and DTF? Many of us have seen DTG prints almost dissolve after a wash or two which is obviously a problem of customer satisfaction and returns. Additionally, can you address the image quality itself between the two? DTG seems to produce more washed out colors with visible dots and from what I've seen DTF prints are more vibrant and look like they are a more high fidelity product. Lastly, you touched on the flexibility of DTF to apply the prints to various surfaces. Can you expand on that a bit? What other substrates can DTF's be applied to and how?

[@ricomatv]

Hi Steven, this is a great question. With proper care, DTG prints can withstand multiple washes without significant fading or cracking. DTF printing's durability is one of its key strengths. The film used in the process provides a thicker layer of ink, resulting in a print that can handle rougher treatment. DTF prints have excellent stretchability and resistance to cracking, making them a preferred choice for sportswear or garments that undergo frequent stretching and movement.

[@stevencantr]

thank you but what about the rest of my question: Additionally, can you address the image quality itself between the two? DTG seems to produce more washed out colors with visible dots and from what I've seen DTF prints are more vibrant and look like they are a more high fidelity product. Lastly, you touched on the flexibility of DTF to apply the prints to various surfaces. Can you expand on that a bit? What other substrates can DTF's be applied to and how?@@ricomatv

[@fendibondie2545]

If you have the right settings Dtf can look like dtg

[@SophiaGomez-jg6ql]

Very interesting!! Thank you!

[@ricomatv]

Thanks for watching!

[@doriortega3302]

Im guessing both machines take ink? What is the cost of the ink and how many prints can you get before refilling the ink? Thank you

[@ricomatv]

Hello! Yes, both Direct-to-Garment (DTG) and Direct-to-Film (DTF) printers use ink. It totally depends on the print and how big the design is to accurately describe the cost of the ink and how often you will need it.

[@fl305]

Is that DTG Stand an option for purchase????

[@ricomatv]

Hi there! At this time, the DTG stand is not for purchase.

[@SamuelKojoAcheampong]

How much is your DTF

[@ricomatv]

Hi! Please submit a request to our team so they can help >info.ricoma.com/Black-November-Sale-2023/DTF/o?Black%20November%20Sale%202023%20DTF%20-%20Organic&Organic

[@Islam.And.Daily.Life.]

Everything you said is very informative but missed the fabric required for DTF and DTG , I mean can both be used on 100% cotton or it requires special fabric mix? 🎉 I would appreciate if you reply ! 😊

[@ricomatv]

Thank you for your feedback! Both DTF (Direct to Film) and DTG (Direct to Garment) printing can be used on 100% cotton fabric, which is ideal for achieving vibrant colors and high-quality prints. However, DTF can also work well on a variety of fabric blends, including polyester and cotton-poly mixes, making it more versatile.

[@muizRozali]

Which one healty for worker?

[@ricomatv]

If they are used as the manufacturers instructs, there shouldn't be a problem with either one of them.

[@dlof1020]

Do you have the dtf machine available in the philippines? Ricoma ph only have embroidery i think

[@ricomatv]

Hi there! Please submit your request through here so our team can help > ricoma.com/US/contact-us

[@laichistudio793]

I thought you have a machine that does both dtg and dtf?

[@ricomatv]

Hi there! We don't. We only have the Direct to film & the Direct to garment!

[@Blqman989]

This look like the Ricoh RI 1000?

[@ricomatv]

Hi! We only have our Vision DTG machine > ricoma.com/US/machine/ricoma-vision

[@maneetgupta574]

what about uv dtf

[@ricomatv]

Hi! We don't carry a UV DTF print so we are not able to speak much on this. We recommend doing research if this is ideal for your business!

[@richierich3194]

Is there a class that I can purchase to learn how to run these equipment

[@ricomatv]

Hi! Once you purchase a machine with us, we offer free training and support!

[@JoseMartinez-cv4or]

Dónde puedo ver el video en español, estoy interesado

[@ricomatv]

Hola Jose! Por el momento, solo tenemos el video en Ingles. Pero si desea, usted puede cambiar los subtitulos a español.

[@joaovento5155]

Would you consider DTF superior to DTG?

[@ricomatv]

Neither DTF nor DTG can be considered universally superior, as each has its own strengths and weaknesses. The choice between them ultimately depends on factors such as budget, the complexity of designs, fabric types, and personal preferences.

[@El_Mil_Usos]

Thumbs 👍🏻

[@ricomatv]

Thank you for watching!

[@El_Mil_Usos]

@@ricomatv it’s possible that you can add your location on the next video we are really interested in seeing in person and possibly buying some equipment my family and I are trying to get the best knowledge so we can decide on which machine to buy but we want to meet in person and look at these machines

[@FerdiCakar-h9k]

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[@ricomatv]

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[@SumaiyaAkhi-eo3oq]

Hiiii

[@ricomatv]

Hello! How can we help?

[@tim5916]

What about printing on leggings?

[@ricomatv]

Hi Tim! It is possible that you can print on leggings.