CREATE A SUBLIMATION GANG SHEET
Sublimation Transfer File Requirements: How to Prepare Your Artwork for Printing
Sublimation Transfer File Requirements
To print your Sublimation, DTF transfers, UV DTF transfers, or printed vinyl correctly, your artwork file must meet the following specifications before submitting your order. Incorrect file setup is the most common reason prints come back looking different than expected. Review every point before uploading.
Accepted File Format
PNG only. Do not submit JPG, PDF, AI, or PSD files.
Resolution
Minimum 300 DPI at print size. This is the industry standard for sharp, production-quality DTF printing. Files submitted below 300 DPI will produce blurry or pixelated transfers. Upscaling a low-resolution file does not fix this.
Background
Transparent background required. What is in your file is what gets printed.
File Dimensions
Set your artboard to the exact size you want printed. Do not add padding, borders, or extra artboard space around the design. Crop tightly to the artwork edges before exporting.
Orientation
Do not reverse or mirror your design. Submit the artwork as it should appear when worn or applied. Pressing Images does not flip files.
Transparency and Gradients
Avoid semi-transparent or translucent elements in your design. DTF transfers do not support partial opacity. Use solid fills only.
Minimum Line Width
0.5mm minimum for any line, stroke, or fine detail. Lines thinner than 0.5mm will not hold during printing or application.
Colour Accuracy
Pressing Images prints to the closest achievable match on our commercial DTF equipment. Exact screen-to-print colour matching cannot be guaranteed. Repeat orders may have slight colour variation between production runs. If colour consistency across batches is critical to your business, order sufficient quantity in a single run.
Sublimation Gang Sheet Builder: Print More, Spend Less
Order custom sublimation gang sheets online. Upload your artwork, arrange your designs, and get professional-quality sublimation transfers printed on commercial equipment and shipped fast across Canada.
How It Works
-
Upload Your Designs Upload your artwork in PNG format. All files must meet the print specifications below before submitting.
-
Arrange and Resize Use the online gang sheet builder to place and resize your designs exactly where you want them. Pack as many images as possible onto a single sheet to get the most out of every order.
-
Preview and Submit Review your layout, confirm placement, and add to cart. We handle the printing and get your sublimation gang sheets shipped fast.
Required Print Specifications
All files must meet these standards for production-quality sublimation results.
Resolution: 300 DPI minimum at print size. Low-resolution files produce blurry output. Upscaling does not fix this.
Background: Transparent. Remove all white or coloured backgrounds before exporting.
Trim: Crop tightly to your artwork edges. No excess artboard space.
Size: Set your file to the exact dimensions you want printed.
Orientation: Do not reverse or mirror your design. Submit it exactly as it should appear on the finished product.
Transparency: Avoid semi-transparent or translucent elements. Use solid fills only.
Minimum Line Width: 0.5mm. Finer details will not hold in print.
Accepted Format: PNG only.
Colour Accuracy: Pressing Images prints to the closest achievable match on commercial sublimation equipment. Exact screen-to-print colour matching cannot be guaranteed. Slight variation may occur between repeat orders. For consistent results across large quantities, order in a single run.
Why Order Sublimation Gang Sheets from Pressing Images
Wholesale pricing with no retail markup. Pressing Images is a warehouse-grade supplier serving Canadian small businesses, boutiques, and product creators.
Pack multiple designs onto one sheet and reduce your per-print cost. Ideal for crafters, custom product sellers, and anyone running multiple SKUs.
Printed on commercial equipment in Okotoks/Calgary AB. Ships fast across Canada.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the advantage of a sublimation gang sheet? Gang sheets let you print multiple designs in a single production run, reducing cost per print and cutting down on waste. It is the most efficient way to order sublimation transfers when you are running several designs at once.
Do I need to mirror my designs before uploading?
No. Upload your artwork exactly as you want it to appear on the finished product. Do not reverse or flip your files.
Can I mix different designs and sizes on one sheet?
Yes. You can combine multiple designs at different sizes on a single gang sheet. Use the builder to arrange them to maximize coverage.
What file format does Pressing Images accept for sublimation gang sheets?
PNG files at 300 DPI with transparent backgrounds. No other formats are accepted.
How does Pressing Images ship sublimation gang sheets? Orders ship from Okotoks, AB to anywhere in Canada.
- Secure payments
