Material Overview
Soft Foam offers all the benefits of our traditional HTV, but adds a unique, raised look and feel to any item it’s applied to—like graphic tees and hoodies. Its soft, velvet-like texture and dimensional effect is perfect for creating premium designs for everyday fashion, spirit wear, athletics, and more.
Material Specifications
- Composition: Polyurethane (PU)
- Carrier: Clear, Pressure-Sensitive
- Thickness: 560-600 microns/0.56-0.60mm
- Washability: 50
- PVC free
- Safety: CPSIA Certified
- Laser cutter compatible
1-Color Application Instructions
Time: 15 seconds
Temp: 300°F / 150°C
Pressure: 3-4 Light/Medium (32 psi)
Peel: Cold
2-Color Application Instructions
Time: 15 seconds per layer
Temperature: 300°F / 150°C
Pressure: Medium (45 psi)
Peel: Warm
Hotronix® 360 IQ™ Hat Press
Time: 45 seconds
Upper: 280°F
Lower: 320°F
Pressure: Medium
Peel: Warm/Cold
Cover Sheet: 1/8" Foam Pad
Care Instructions
Machine wash cold inside-out using mild detergent. Do not use bleach. Dry at a normal dryer setting on household machines. Do not dry clean.
Material/Fabric Compatibility
- 100% Cotton
- 100% Polyester
- Cotton/Poly Blends
Storage
Store in a cool and dry area around 65 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit with 50% relative humidity. Keep away from direct heat, sunlight and humidity. Recommended shelf life is one year.
Note: Always test cut prior to any production run. For optimal cutting and weeding, maintain a line thickness of at least 1/16" for lettering & logos.
When cutting Soft Foam, we recommend that you extend your blade more than usual to slightly more than the thickness of a credit card. Remember to re-set your blade to normal exposure after cutting this material.
When cutting Soft Foam, we recommend that you extend your blade more than usual to slightly more than the thickness of a credit card. Remember to re-set your blade to normal exposure after cutting this material.