Heat Press Instructions
While our patches can be heat pressed to any non-nylon apparel, they are most commonly heat pressed to hats. Below are instructions for heat pressing onto hats using a hat press with top & bottom heat. If heat pressing onto apparel, you may need to tweak the time, temp, and pressure depending on the garment material & thickness.
Tips for Heat Pressing Hats
1. Fold the sweatband down when securing the hat to ensure for better heat transfer.
2. To contour patches to the shape of a hat, place the patches in a paper towel tube for 5-10 minutes prior to application.
3. If the lever that is used to secure the hat during the press does not hold, try tightening the strap/snapback on the back of the hat for a better catch.
Rubber
Top Temp: 280° F
Bottom Temp: 320° F
Time: 30 seconds
Pressure: Medium (4-6)
Notes: Use 1/8th inch Silicon Pad.
Embroidered
Top Temp: 285° F
Bottom Temp: 320° F
Time: 30 seconds
Pressure: Medium (4-6)
Notes: Use 1/8th inch Silicon Pad
Woven
Top Temp: 280° F
Bottom Temp: 320° F
Time: 30 seconds
Pressure: Medium (4-5)
Notes: Use 1/8th inch Silicon Pad
3D Puff
Top Temp: 310° F
Bottom Temp: 320° F
Time: 40 seconds
Pressure: Medium (5-6)
Notes: Use 1/8th inch Silicon Pad
Sublimated
Top Temp: 280° F
Bottom Temp: 320° F
Time: 30 seconds
Pressure: Medium (4-5)
Notes: Use 1/8th inch Silicon Pad
Made in USA Leather
Top Temp: 285° F
Bottom Temp: 320° F
Time: 40 seconds
Pressure: Medium (4-6)
Notes: Use 1/8th inch Silicon Pad. Do not use thermal tape for placement as it can negatively impact the leather.
Made in USA Faux Leather
Top Temp: 300° F
Bottom Temp: 320° F
Time: 35 seconds
Pressure: Medium (5-6)
Notes: Use 1/8th inch Silicon Pad.