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Elements of Digital Textiles

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Product Name

The product name is listed clearly towards the bottom center of the element tile, with a larger, bold, two-letter abbreviation for quick reference—just like you’d find on your Periodic Table of Elements.

Inkset

On the left-hand side of the tile, you’ll find single letters that denote which print technology each product is compatible with. Of course, we always recommend testing and profiling new products as there are many different variables when it comes to equipment and ink manufacturers.

U = UV Cure
L = Latex / Resin
S = Eco-Solvent
D = Direct Sublimation
T = Transfer Sublimation
P = Pigment
G = UV Gel

Weight

In the top right of the element tile, the product weight is listed in ounces per square yard. If you prefer your fabric weight in grams per square meter, simply find the product you’re looking for under the Soft Signage tab at the top of our website. The product details will show you the metric weight, along with other product attributes.

Cutting

Located directly below the weight on the upper right-hand side of the tile, you’ll find a symbol for either a snowflake, or a flame. The snowflake indicates the fabric can be cold cut with a knife or traditional cutting system, while the flame suggests the material should be cut with a hot knife or laser cutting system (to avoid fraying). All “cold-cut” products can also be hot/laser cut, if desired.

Fire Certification

At the bottom center of the tile, the letters “FR” will indicate if the product has been treated with a fire-retardant coating and has earned FR certification. Specific FR certifications are found on each individual product’s page, and copies of these certificates are available upon request.