Product Overview
STS Inks P-6 Low Migration Transfer Powder is a professional-grade thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) adhesive powder engineered specifically for Direct-to-Film printing applications where dye migration and color bleed can be a concern. Designed for use on polyester, performance fabrics, athletic apparel, and sublimated garments, P-6 helps decorators achieve durable, professional-quality transfers while reducing the risk of unwanted color migration.
Its specialized low-migration formulation makes it an excellent choice for apparel decorators working with challenging fabrics that are prone to dye sublimation or color bleed.
Dye migration occurs when fabric dyes migrate into a transfer after application, often causing discoloration, color shifts, or unwanted staining. P-6 was specifically developed to help minimize this issue, making it ideal for polyester garments, performance wear, team uniforms, and sublimated apparel.
By reducing dye migration, decorators can maintain brighter whites, cleaner colors, and more consistent transfer appearance over time.
Many performance fabrics and athletic garments contain high levels of dye that can create challenges for standard transfer powders. The low-migration properties of P-6 help make it a preferred choice for sportswear, team uniforms, moisture-wicking apparel, and other synthetic textiles.
Its ability to help resist dye bleed makes it especially valuable for decorators producing transfers on dark-colored polyester garments.
P-6 is formulated from 100% TPU resin to provide excellent adhesion while maintaining a soft, flexible feel on finished garments. Transfers remain comfortable to wear while delivering the durability required for commercial apparel applications.
The powder's flexible characteristics help transfers resist cracking, peeling, and premature wear through repeated washing and normal garment use.
With a melting point of approximately 80–95°C (176–203°F), P-6 supports efficient curing and transfer production. The lower activation temperature can help reduce heat exposure on sensitive fabrics while maintaining strong adhesion and reliable transfer performance.
This makes the powder well-suited for both automated shaker systems and manual DTF workflows.
Designed to pair seamlessly with STS DTF inks and transfer films, P-6 integrates into professional production environments where consistency, durability, and appearance are critical. Its uniform particle size helps promote smooth application, dependable powder distribution, and repeatable production results.
For decorators producing transfers on synthetic and dye-sensitive fabrics, P-6 provides a specialized solution that helps improve finished garment quality.
Standard DTF powders perform well on many fabrics, but polyester and sublimated garments often require additional protection against dye migration. STS P-6 is specifically formulated to help address those challenges while maintaining excellent adhesion, flexibility, softness, and durability.
For decorators specializing in sportswear, team apparel, performance garments, and polyester applications, P-6 provides a professional solution designed to deliver cleaner, longer-lasting transfer results.
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