ABOUT CALCA DTG PRINTING SERVICES
DTG print quality + Screen printing economics + Industry 4.0 stability – give your brand a competitive edge in custom apparel.
- Industrial DTG Hybrid System – Efficiency meets quality
- Combines the cost and speed of screen printing with the detail and soft hand of DTG.
- Optimized for dark cotton tees: neon colors, photo‑realistic gradients, and fine lines stay bright – no dullness, no gray cast.
- MES (Manufacturing Execution System) provides full production control – the same intelligent factory standard trusted by top global brands. Fully automated line ensures consistent output with zero human error. No pre‑treatment marks.
- Lead time is as fast as 72 hours (24‑hour rush available). Closed‑loop quality control: defect rate <2%.
- Inks & fabrics – OEKO‑TEX ECO PASSPORT inks (water‑based, no heavy metals). OEKO‑TEX 100 Class I garments (baby safe). Breathable, naked feel.
- Compliance – SGS: colorfastness 4‑5, 50 washes no cracks, ≤5% shrinkage. Meets US flammability / lead / phthalate standards. BSCI certified for EU retail.
FILE GUIDELINES
DTG Printing -- √ Front print √ Back print √ Outside Label
| Placement |
Sizes |
Max print area |
Print file size |
Print file template |
| Front print |
All sizes |
12" × 16" (305 × 406 mm) |
12" × 16" (305 × 406 mm) |
Download |
| Back print |
All sizes |
12" × 16" (305 × 406 mm) |
12" × 16" (305 × 406 mm) |
Download |
This is the max print area. We scale graphics according to product size.
To ensure high-quality DTG prints, please follow these requirements:
- File format – PNG (Supports transparency)
- Resolution – 300 DPI minimum
- Dimensions – 4500 × 5400 px (recommended)
- Max file size – 200 MB
- Max print area – 12″ × 16″ (30.5 × 40.6 cm)
Designs larger than this will be cropped or scaled to fit.
- Background – Transparent, unless a solid color is part of your design
Copyright & Permissions
By uploading your artwork, you confirm that you have all rights to the design. You also confirm that printing it does not violate any copyrights, trademarks, or other intellectual property laws. You are responsible for any claims arising from your artwork.
Custom Neck Labels
Add a personal touch with custom printed neck labels – a simple way to promote your brand and impress your customers.
Pricing depends on the product and print provider. Contact us for a quote tailored to your needs.
Tips:
- Use solid colors instead of semi‑transparent ones - Soft, see‑through areas don't print well with DTG. Stick with solid colors.
- Start with the right resolution from the beginning - Just typing a higher number into the file won't help. If it's blurry, rebuild it.
- Use true transparency on black garments - Black ink can turn gray when printed on black shirts. Leave those areas fully transparent.
- Skip thin, perfect borders - A tight border may warp slightly during printing. Avoid it for a clean finish.
DTG Disclaimers
- White ink on white garments – We do not print white ink on white garments.
- Minor stains or discoloration – Any light discoloration or small stains near the printed image will disappear after the first wash.