Description
Fine DTF Powder for Detailed, Soft-Feel Prints
This fine DTF powder is the smallest particle grade in the DTF Printer USA lineup: an 80-120 micron thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) hot melt adhesive built for intricate artwork, smaller prints, and transfers that stay soft on the garment.
It comes in 1 KG (2.2 lbs) bags, works on both light and dark fabrics, and ships same day from Stafford, Texas.
What Is Fine DTF Powder?
Fine DTF powder is a hot melt adhesive with a smaller particle size than standard transfer powder. Like all DTF adhesive powder, it is applied over freshly printed film and melts into the ink during curing, then bonds the design to fabric under the heat press.
The difference is in the grain. Smaller particles let the adhesive follow fine lines and small text more closely, and they produce a thinner, softer adhesive layer on the finished garment. That makes a fine grade the pick for detailed artwork and prints where hand feel matters as much as durability.
Why Choose This Fine DTF Transfer Powder?
✓Sharp Detail
The smallest particle size in the lineup follows intricate artwork, thin lines, and smaller prints closely.
✓Soft Hand Feel
A finer grain melts into a thinner adhesive layer, so the transfer feels softer and less noticeable on the shirt.
✓Gentle on Delicate Fabrics
Less rough on sensitive materials, giving a softer finish without changing how the design looks.
✓Light & Dark Fabrics
Full color for light garments, color plus a white ink layer for dark and black fabric. One powder for both.
✓Strong TPU Bond
The same thermoplastic polyurethane adhesive base, so soft-feel prints still stretch and survive washing.
✓Stocked in Texas
Ships same day from Stafford, TX, so restocking never holds up your production schedule.
Why 80-120 Micron Matters in Fine DTF Powder
Particle size describes how fine or coarse the powder grains are, and it is the property that defines this grade. This fine DTF transfer powder is specified at 80-120 micron, at the fine end of the scale, and that range is stated on the product so you know exactly what you are running.
What the fine grade means in use
- Smaller grains settle closely around fine lines, small text, and detailed edges on the printed film.
- The cured adhesive layer is thinner, which is what gives the finished print its softer, less noticeable feel.
- A stated 80-120 micron spec keeps your powder step repeatable: every reordered bag matches the last one.
Why the material is TPU
- Thermoplastic polyurethane melts under heat and grips both the ink and the fabric fibers.
- After cooling it stays flexible, so even delicate, detailed prints stretch with the garment.
- It keeps a soft hand feel, which pairs naturally with the fine grain for fashion-forward prints.
How to Use Fine DTF Powder
- PrintPrint your design on DTF film with textile ink, adding a white layer for dark garments.
- PowderCover the wet ink evenly with fine powder.
- Shake offTap off the excess so powder stays only on the inked areas.
- CureHeat the film until the powder melts into a smooth, glossy layer.
- PressHeat press the cured transfer onto the garment and peel.
Fine DTF powder curing works with a curing oven, in-line dryer, or hovering heat press at the settings your equipment recommends. Wear a protective mask and work with proper ventilation when handling DTF powder, and let a shaker and dryer automate the powder step on production runs.
See DTF Powder in Action
Watch how the powder step fits into a real DTF run, from printed film to finished transfer.
Powder Application
DTF powder is applied over the freshly printed, still-wet ink so the adhesive coats every part of the design before curing.
The Pressed Result
After curing, the transfer is heat pressed onto the garment. The melted TPU layer bonds the print to the fabric with a smooth, flexible finish.
Fine DTF Powder Specifications
| Weight | 1 KG / 2.2 lbs per bag |
|---|---|
| Material | Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) |
| Type | Hot melt adhesive powder |
| Particle Size | 80-120 micron (Fine grade) |
| Fabric Compatibility | Light and dark fabrics |
| Best For | Detailed artwork, smaller prints, delicate fabrics, soft-feel transfers |
| Ships From | Stafford, Texas (same-day shipping) |
Fine, Medium, or Premium DTF Powder?
All three DTF Printer USA powder grades share the same TPU hot melt base and 1 KG bags. The grain is what changes, and the grain decides the finish:
FFine (This Page)
80-120 micron, the smallest grain. Sharpest detail, softest hand feel, gentlest on delicate fabrics. Add to Cart
MMedium Powder
A balanced everyday grade for cotton, polyester, and common blends, pairing durability with softness. Shop Medium Powder
PPremium Powder
80-170 micron with a wider working range, built for strong adhesion and stretchable prints across everyday apparel jobs. Shop Premium Powder
Compare all grades in the DTF transfer powders collection.
What to Use With This Fine DTF Powder
Customers restocking this powder most often pick up the other two consumables in the same order:
💧DTF White Ink
The white underbase layer is what makes fine detail pop on dark and black garments. Shop DTF inks
🎞Hot Peel DTF Film
Double matte hot peel film in sheets and rolls, the surface your detailed designs are printed and powdered on. Shop DTF film
What DTF Printers Are Saying
DTF Printer USA really came through for me when I urgently needed supplies!!! They were cheaper than where I normally buy my supplies, so I was skeptical at first, but I had no other option. After using their DTF film for the first time...
I recently ordered DTF ink and had a great experience. The ink arrived quickly, was well-packaged, and performed exactly as expected. The colors are vibrant, prints came out sharp, and the ink flowed smoothly through my printer without any issues. The quality has been consistent, which is important for my custom apparel business. I appreciate the reliable product and fast service. I will definitely be ordering again and would recommend this supplier to anyone looking for quality DTF printing supplies.
I met the principals of this business a few years ago through mutual community partners. Since then my trust and respect for them has continued to grow. They operate the way I do - they do what they say they're going to do. I purchased some equipment a few weeks ago that has immensely enhanced our productivity. Aside from the product itself, I have peace of mind knowing that support is a phone call away when/if ever the need should arise. Thank you DTF Printer USA!
Fine DTF Powder FAQ
What is fine DTF powder?
Fine DTF powder is a hot melt adhesive with a smaller particle size than standard transfer powder, used to bond printed DTF film to fabric. DTF Printer USA's Fine Powder is thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) at 80-120 micron, sold in 1 KG (2.2 lbs) bags. Add a bag to your cart for your detail-heavy jobs.
What is the difference between fine and regular DTF powder?
The difference is particle size: fine DTF powder uses smaller grains, which settle closely around detailed artwork and melt into a thinner, softer adhesive layer. DTF Printer USA's Fine Powder runs at 80-120 micron, while the Premium grade spans 80-170 micron for general apparel work. Pick Fine when detail and hand feel lead the job, and compare all grades on this page.
How do you use fine DTF powder?
You apply fine DTF powder over freshly printed, still-wet ink on DTF film, shake off the excess, cure the powder until it melts, then heat press the transfer onto the garment. DTF Printer USA's Fine Powder runs this five-step workflow by hand or through automated shakers, with a mask and proper ventilation during the powder step. Follow the guide on this page before your first batch.
How do you cure fine DTF powder?
You cure fine DTF powder by heating the powdered film in a curing oven, DTF dryer, or under a hovering heat press until it melts into a smooth, glossy adhesive layer. DTF Printer USA's Fine Powder cures on standard DTF equipment at the settings your dryer or oven recommends. Browse our DTF dryers if you want to automate the curing step.
Does fine DTF powder work on dark fabrics?
Yes, fine DTF powder works on dark and black fabrics when you print a white ink layer behind your colors. DTF Printer USA's Fine Powder bonds the full stack, white layer included, so detailed designs stay sharp and bright on dark garments. Pair it with DTF white ink from our supplies collection for dark-garment jobs.
How fast does this fine powder ship?
DTF Printer USA ships this fine powder same day from our Stafford, Texas warehouse on in-stock orders. It comes in 1 KG bags alongside the Medium and Premium grades, so you can restock every powder in one shipment. Call +1 (337) 785-6864 to plan a supply order for your shop.
Have a Question About This Fine DTF Powder?
Didn't find your answer above? Our team in Stafford, Texas works with DTF supplies every day and can help you pick the right grade for your work.
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80-120 micron fine TPU powder for detailed prints on light and dark fabrics, in 1 KG bags, shipped same day from Texas.
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