Turn your ready-to-print artwork into professional-quality Hot Printz DTF transfers, produced for decorators who need consistent results and reliable turnaround. If you have your DTF gang sheet prepared? Upload it, choose your specifications, review your order, and get your transfers into production.
Volume
Shipping Time
Setup / Minimums
Quality / Durability
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Trust Factors
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Environmental Impact
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Have your gang sheet ready to go? Upload your file and configure your order below.
A practical way for decorators to produce multiple designs from one transfer sheet while keeping ordering simple and production efficient.
Vibrant color and detailed graphics for professional-looking finished garments.
Crisp lines and fine details for designs that need precision.
Comfortable finish without an unnecessarily heavy feel on the garment.
Built for repeated wear and washing when properly applied.
1–2 business days for ready-to-print artwork.
Upload and order without traditional screen setup or production preparation.
Multiple designs on one sheet to make production more efficient.
Consistent production for designs and jobs you need to run again.
Ready-to-press transfers that fit directly into a decorator's workflow.
Help when files need refinement before going into production.
Upload, configure, and order through a straightforward workflow.
Built around real shop needs including speed, consistency, and reliability.
Clear Expectations From Order to Shipment
Production timing depends on the order specifications, shipping location and current production schedule.
Ship
Orders with ready-to-print artwork ship within 1–2 business days.
Orders requiring artwork refinements ship within 2–3 business days.
File Types
AI, EPS, PDF, PNG, or TIF with a transparent background.
Gang Sheet
Upload your completed, production-ready gang sheet.
Set Size
Send artwork at the intended size. Apex does not scale logos.
Printed Area
Minimum 1.25 pt.
Negative Space
Minimum 1.25 pt.
Edges
Clean edges required. Fades, transparencies, and edge shadows cannot be printed.
Fonts
Convert all fonts to a non-editable format.
Color Mode
CMYK only. Do not submit RGB artwork.
White Ink
Areas requiring white ink must be set up as white.
Backgrounds
Remove unwanted backgrounds. Any background left in the artwork will be printed.
Stock Colors
Use Apex’s provided Pantone/CMYK codes for stock colors.
Color Expectations
Printed colors may vary from your monitor, and slight variations may occur between runs. Color results are not guaranteed.
Cotton
Polyester
Cotton-Poly Blends
Dri-Fit
Tri-Blends
Spandex
Canvas
Order With Confidence
Quality Issue
If your transfers arrive with a verified production defect, contact us so our team can review the issue.
Incorrect Order
If you receive the wrong product, quantity, or specifications, we’ll review the order and help resolve the issue.
Damaged in Transit
If your order arrives damaged, contact our team with photos and order details so we can determine the appropriate resolution.
Reprint Support
If a verified production issue requires a reprint, our team will work with you to get the replacement handled.
Artwork Issues
If an issue is related to customer-supplied artwork, our team will review the file and help determine the appropriate next step.
Different jobs call for different transfer technologies. Choose the option that fits your artwork, garment, production needs, and preferred workflow.
Full-color DTF transfers designed for sharp detail, vibrant color, soft feel, and durable results.
Decorators who already have a production-ready gang sheet and want to upload, order, and get their transfers into production quickly.
| Comparison Attribute | Hot Printz | Ultra Ink | Easy Ink | Vinyl | Sublimation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Material Compatibility | Cotton, Polyester, Blends, Dri-Fit, Burlap, Canvas, Spandex | Cotton, Polyester, Blends, Dri-Fit, Burlap, Canvas, spandex | Cotton, Polyester, Blends, Dri-Fit, Burlap, Canvas, spandex | Cotton, Polyester, Blends, Dri-Fit, Burlap, Canvas, spandex, *nylon (only specific product options) | 100% White Polyester |
| Design Complexity | Complex (Full color, gradients, photos, fine detail) | Complex (Full color, gradients, photos, fine detail) | Moderate (Limited colors 1-6, moderate line detail, solid, bold artwork) | Simple (Best for logos, simple designs, & limited color schemes) | Complex (Best for bright, long lasting, complex, and full-color designs) |
| Volume Suitability | Small-Medium | Small-Medium-Large (best pricing for medium-large runs) | Small-Medium-Large (best pricing for medium-large runs) | Small-Medium | Small, Medium, Large |
| Durability (in washes) | Medium-High (40+ washes) | High (50+ washes) | High (50+ washes) | Medium-High (40+ washes) | High (Outlast shirt, will not fade or crack) |
| Production Speed | High (1-2 Business days, suited for small to medium runs) | High (1-3 business days, suited for mass production) | High (1-3 business days, suited for mass production) | Medium (5 business days) | Medium (3 business days) |
| Cost per Unit | Low (economical for small quantity orders) | Low-medium (depending on quantity, medium – large runs) | Low (depending on quantity, medium – large runs, and lower color count) | Medium-HIgh (depending on quantity, size, colors, more labor intensive product) | Low (economical in small-large quantities) |
| Color Requirements | Full-Color | Full-Color | 1-6 Colors (price is based off the number of colors) | 1-3 colors (price is based off the number of colors) | Full-Color |
| Environmental Impact | Low impact (waterbased inks, recyclable film, low water usage, adhesive inks) | Medium (waterbased inks, recylable film, higher water useage, solvents and cleaning chemicals) | Medium (can have environmental impact due to inks, recylable film, higher water useage, solvents and cleaning chemicals) | Low- Medium (impact but depends on vinyl type) | Low (waterbased, solvent free, no water use, recyclable paper) |
| Special Features | Ability to print gradients and photos | Ability to print gradients and photos | Shimmer Ink | Glitter and Reflective Film | Ability to print gradients and photos |
| Order Flexibility | Small Orders, Custom Designs, quick turnaround times | Small-Large Orders, Custom Designs, quick turnaround times | Small-Large Orders, Custom Designs, quick turnaround times | Small-Large Orders, Custom Designs | Small- Large Orders, Custom Designs, quick turnaround times |
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Print shop owner · Jacksonville FL · 1,200+ pcs/month
“Been using Apex for 18 months. Consistent quality, fast turnaround, and the
gang sheet builder saves me 20–30% on every order. Had one bad batch in 18
months and they reprinted same-day, no questions.”
✓ Verified purchase
Print shop owner · Jacksonville FL · 1,200+ pcs/month
“Been using Apex for 18 months. Consistent quality, fast turnaround, and the
gang sheet builder saves me 20–30% on every order. Had one bad batch in 18
months and they reprinted same-day, no questions.”
✓ Verified purchase
Print shop owner · Jacksonville FL · 1,200+ pcs/month
“Been using Apex for 18 months. Consistent quality, fast turnaround, and the
gang sheet builder saves me 20–30% on every order. Had one bad batch in 18
months and they reprinted same-day, no questions.”
✓ Verified purchase
Print shop owner · Jacksonville FL · 1,200+ pcs/month
“Been using Apex for 18 months. Consistent quality, fast turnaround, and the
gang sheet builder saves me 20–30% on every order. Had one bad batch in 18
months and they reprinted same-day, no questions.”
✓ Verified purchase
Print shop owner · Jacksonville FL · 1,200+ pcs/month
“Been using Apex for 18 months. Consistent quality, fast turnaround, and the
gang sheet builder saves me 20–30% on every order. Had one bad batch in 18
months and they reprinted same-day, no questions.”
✓ Verified purchase
Print shop owner · Jacksonville FL · 1,200+ pcs/month
“Been using Apex for 18 months. Consistent quality, fast turnaround, and the
gang sheet builder saves me 20–30% on every order. Had one bad batch in 18
months and they reprinted same-day, no questions.”
✓ Verified purchase
FAQ
Everything you need to know before uploading your Hot Printz DTF gang sheet.
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Ships in 2-3 Business Days
Applies to most fabric types
Unlimited (CMYK) Colors
Soft feel, Excellent stretchability
Easily transfer multi-colored, pattern, and photo-realistic designs with custom sublimation transfers. Our sublimation prints ready to press make it simple to create stunning, long-lasting designs. Sublimation utilizes special dyes that permanently bond with your fabric, ensuring that your sublimation transfers are breathable, durable, and resistant to fading.
See Price TableShips in 1-3 Business DaysApplies to 100% polyester fabrics and productsUnlimited (CMYK) ColorsSoft feel, Vibrant Colors, Excellent stretchabilitySign in to access your account, track orders, manage artwork, and reorder transfers with ease.
