| 1-10 KG | $16.55 /each |
| 11-50 KG | $14.55 /each |
| 51-100 KG | $12.55 /each |
| 101-200 KG | $9.55 /each |
Description
TPU DTF Powder for Strong, Stretchable Prints
This DTF powder is made from thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) hot melt adhesive, the layer that bonds your printed film to fabric. It comes in 1 KG (2.2 lbs) bags, works on light and dark garments, and ships same day from Stafford, Texas.
The 80-170 micron particle size is printed right on the bag, so you know exactly what you are running through your shaker or applying by hand.
What Is DTF Powder?
DTF powder, also called DTF transfer powder or DTF adhesive powder, is a hot melt adhesive applied over freshly printed DTF film. When cured, it melts into the ink layer. When the transfer is heat pressed, that same layer grips the fabric fibers and locks the design onto the garment.
Without powder, a DTF print is just ink sitting on film. With it, the print becomes a wash-resistant transfer that moves with the fabric. That makes powder one of the three consumables, along with film and ink, that every DTF run depends on.
Why Choose This DTF Adhesive Powder?
✓Strong Adhesion
TPU hot melt bonds the ink layer firmly to fabric, so transfers hold through washing and daily wear.
✓Stretchable Prints
TPU stays elastic after cooling. Prints flex with the garment instead of cracking off it.
✓Smooth Finish
Transfers press out with an even surface and a soft hand feel on the finished garment.
✓Light & Dark Fabrics
Full color for light garments, color plus a white layer for dark and black fabric. One powder for both.
✓Manual or Automated
Runs through automated powder shakers and applies just as easily by hand on small batches.
✓Stocked in Texas
Ships same day from Stafford, TX, so restocking never holds up your production schedule.
Why Particle Size Matters in DTF Powder
Particle size describes how fine or coarse the powder grains are. Many listings do not state it at all. This DTF hot melt powder is specified at 80-170 micron, a mid-range grade, so you know the physical property of what you are buying before it arrives.
What the 80-170 micron range means in use
- Grains in this range spread over wet ink and tap off cleanly, by hand or in a shaker.
- A stated range makes your powder step repeatable: every bag you reorder has the same spec.
- It suits general apparel work on standard DTF equipment, without switching grades per job.
Why the material is TPU
- Thermoplastic polyurethane melts under heat and grips both the ink and the fabric fibers.
- After cooling it stays flexible, which is what lets a pressed print stretch with the garment.
- It keeps a soft hand feel, so shirts feel printed rather than coated.
How to Use DTF Powder
- PrintPrint your design on DTF film, with a white layer for dark garments.
- PowderCoat the wet ink evenly with DTF 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.
DTF powder curing works with a curing oven, in-line dryer, or a hovering heat press. Use the settings recommended for your equipment; production shops automate the powder and cure steps with a shaker and dryer.
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.
DTF Hot Melt Powder Specifications
| Weight | 1 KG / 2.2 lbs per bag |
|---|---|
| Material | Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) |
| Type | Hot melt adhesive powder |
| Particle Size | 80-170 micron |
| Fabric Compatibility | Light and dark fabrics |
| Application | DTF printing, manual or automated shaker |
| Ships From | Stafford, Texas (same-day shipping) |
Bulk DTF Powder for Print Shops
Powder is a consumable, and busy shops burn through it fast. This transfer powder for DTF printing is priced in quantity tiers: the per-KG price drops automatically as you add more bags to your order, with no separate wholesale account needed. Current tier pricing is shown live at the top of this page.
Running high volume or on a recurring schedule? Talk to our team about supply orders for your shop.
What to Use With This DTF Transfer Powder
Every DTF job uses the same three consumables. If you are restocking powder, check your film and ink levels before you check out:
🎞DTF Film
Hot peel film in sheets and rolls, the surface your design is printed and powdered on. Shop DTF film
💧DTF Ink
CMYK and white ink for tees, hats, and bags. The white layer is what makes dark-garment transfers work. Shop DTF inks
More DTF Powder Grades to Compare
This page covers the Premium grade with its 80-170 micron range. DTF Printer USA also stocks two other TPU powder grades in the same 1 KG bags, so you can match the powder to the job:
FDTF Transfer Fine Powder
The smallest particle size in the lineup. Suited to intricate artwork and smaller prints, with a softer feel on the garment and a gentler finish on delicate fabrics. Shop Fine Powder
MDTF Transfer Medium Powder
A balanced everyday grade for cotton, polyester, and common blends. Pairs durability with softness and works for both larger and more detailed designs. Shop Medium Powder
PPremium Powder (This Page)
The 80-170 micron TPU grade on this page, made for strong adhesion, stretchable prints, and a smooth finish on light and dark fabrics alike. Add to Cart
Not sure which grade fits your work? Browse all DTF transfer powders or ask our team below.
What DTF Printers Are Saying
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DTF Powder FAQ
What is DTF powder?
DTF powder, also called DTF transfer powder, is a hot melt adhesive that bonds printed DTF film to fabric during heat pressing. DTF Printer USA's powder is thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) with an 80-170 micron particle size, sold in 1 KG (2.2 lbs) bags. Add a bag to your cart to keep your transfer workflow stocked.
What does DTF powder do?
DTF powder melts into a thin adhesive layer that grips both the printed ink and the fabric fibers, locking the design onto t-shirts, hoodies, and other apparel. Because DTF Printer USA's powder is TPU based, that layer stays flexible after cooling, so prints stretch with the garment instead of cracking. Order the 1 KG bag to upgrade the durability of your transfers.
How do you use DTF powder?
You apply 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 powder runs this five-step workflow with both hand application and automated shakers. Follow the step-by-step guide on this page before your first batch.
How do you cure DTF powder?
You cure 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 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 this DTF powder work on dark fabrics?
Yes, this DTF powder works on dark fabrics when you print a white ink layer behind your colors. DTF Printer USA's powder bonds the full stack, white layer included, onto dark and black garments so colors stay bright on the finished shirt. Pair it with DTF white ink from our supplies collection for dark-garment jobs.
How fast does this powder ship, and is there bulk pricing?
DTF Printer USA ships this powder same day from our Stafford, Texas warehouse, and per-KG pricing drops automatically at higher order quantities, shown live on this page. Volume tiers run from single bags up to 200 KG orders for production shops. Call +1 (337) 785-6864 to plan a recurring supply order.
Have a Question About This 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 setup for your shop.
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80-170 micron TPU powder for light and dark fabrics, in 1 KG bags, shipped same day from Texas.
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