3D Printing on T-Shirts

You can achieve 3D printing on t-shirts in several ways. You can print with foil or flock foil to get a more pronounced and thicker print. However, this is obviously a shortcut that might not be cost-effective for larger quantities.

When you need to print several hundred thickened t-shirts, you’ll most likely achieve this with screen printing.

1. Puff Printing

Use plastisol ink Avantex and an additive for the 3D effect. You will certainly use the Clear.

For the underlying color. The color will nicely puff up in the drying channel. If you dry it correctly, it will be durable for a long time and pleasant to the touch.

1. Thick-layer printing with multi-layer application

Based on our customers’ experiences, this printing method is more popular. The printing process is more complex and time-consuming. The more time you take, the better the effect will be.

Your base will be underlined with a transparent color Clear. With one or two strokes, you will apply the ideal base on the t-shirt for the most demanding prints. Dry the Clear under the intermediate dryer. Then apply the 3D colors.

You will need the color Avantex, for white we recommend the color SuperFlash. You will add 50% transparent base for the 3D effect or thick-layer printing using the layering system. To ensure each application is as thick as possible, use a screen with a 35 mesh and capillary film at least 300 microns.