How to Print on Nylon
Synthetic materials like nylon and neoprene are challenging for apparel decorators for two main reasons:
1. There is no “texture” to adhere to – Many printing technologies use water-based ink, which needs a surface to adhere to. However, nylon and similar materials are designed to repel water, leaving nothing for the ink to bond to. As a result, most synthetic materials cannot be printed on using standard water-based inks.
2. Nylon has a low melting point – which makes heat-based decorating methods challenging. Most apparel printing requires heat to cure the image, but thin materials like nylon can melt or discolor under high temperatures.
DigitalHeat FX has solved the issues when printing on Nylon
The key to consistently printing high-quality images on nylon is using the Digital HeatFX system. Laser EZ Peel papers from DHFX work on various materials, including cotton, polyester, dark garments, koozies, and nylon. With the OKI 920WT or OKI 8432WT White Toner Printer and Laser EZ Peel papers, you can use the same transfer for both t-shirts and nylon jackets.
The second part of the solution is the technique perfected by DigitalHeatFX. It requires the right heat press, temperature, and cure time—tested for the best results.
Watch the videos below to learn how to print on nylon or neoprene coolers with Laser EZ Peel and Digital HeatFX. Then, contact us!
To learn more about ColDesi’s line of White Toner printers, visit coldesi.com and Live Chat with a Pro below, or call 877.793.3278.
