Heat Press Instructions
These instructions work great for our Stick & Press and Heat Press backings. You must use a hat press with both top and bottom heat. We strongly recommend using the 360 IQ as it is the best press for applying patches. If you do, our patches will hold up through 50 washing cycles! Top Heat Only hat presses do not work for patches.
Tips for Heat Pressing Hats
Pro Tips:
1. Fold the sweatband down when securing the hat for better platen contact
2. Preheat the hat for 5 seconds before placing the patches on the hat
Compatible Fabrics:
Cotton, Polyester, Cotton/Poly Blends. Do not attempt on Nylon.
Washability / Care Instructions:
Patches will withstand at least 50 domestic washing cycles. Machine wash cold, inside-out.
Embroidered
Top Temp: 285° F
Bottom Temp: 320° F
Time: 30 seconds
Pressure: Medium (4-6)
Notes: Use 1/8th inch Foam Pad
Woven
Top Temp: 280° F
Bottom Temp: 320° F
Time: 30 seconds
Pressure: Medium (4-5)
Notes: Use 1/8th inch Foam Pad
3D Puff
Top Temp: 310° F
Bottom Temp: 320° F
Time: 40 seconds
Pressure: Medium (5-6)
Notes: Use 1/8th inch Foam Pad
Sublimated
Top Temp: 280° F
Bottom Temp: 320° F
Time: 30 seconds
Pressure: Medium (4-5)
Notes: Use 1/8th inch Foam Pad
PVC/Rubber
Top Temp: 280° F
Bottom Temp: 320° F
Time: 30 seconds
Pressure: Medium (4-6)
Notes: Use 1/8th inch Foam 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 Foam Pad. Do not use thermal tape for placement as it can negatively impact the leather.
Important: Do not use thermal tape for placement as it can negatively impact the leather. Do not wash leather patches.
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 Foam Pad
Silicone on Transfer Paper
Top Temp: 300° F
Bottom Temp: 265° F
Time: 20 seconds
Pressure: Medium (5-6)
Notes: Use 1/8th inch Foam Pad
Important: Remove the transfer paper 2 - 90 minutes after pressing. Do not pull it too early or too late, or the logo may stick to the transfer paper.