Sublimated Patches

Digitally printed patches that are photorealistic and industrial wash capable.

Create full color patches with your custom text and artwork. Like our embroidered emblems, Sublimated Patches  have a merrow border sewn in your choice of thread color. These come in both standard and custom shapes and sizes. Now we also offer Sublimated Faux Suede with a velvety soft touch and Ovelock or Borderless border options. 

SPECS - SUBLIMATED FAUX SUEDE

EMBLEM SIZE LIMITS
Max - 6” X 6” (+/-1mm)
Min - 0.5” X 0.5” (+/-1mm)

COLOR
Sublimation allows unlimited colors. You can digitally print photorealistic images and even match PMS colors.

BACKING
•Industrial Heat Seal
•Pressure Sensitive

BORDER

•Borderless
•Overlock 

Metallic threads are not available for Overlock border

LIMITATIONS
Low Melt: Since the product is applied with heat, it is not recommended for use on materials that may be heat sensitive (ex. some nylons, silk some plastics, leather, wool, fleece, etc.) Not recommended for weather treated materials, due to chemicals used that do not allow the emblems to adhere properly.

Pressure-Sensitive: The use of these emblems on surfaces that may contain an oil finish, such as silicon, Teflon™, rough fabrics, or outdoor goods is not recommended.

ELECTRONIC PROOF
1 Day

PHYSICAL SAMPLE
2 Days

PRODUCTION TIME
Up to 500pcs: 5 days
1 additional day for every 500pcs

Transit time not included.
 
WASHING INFORMATION
Machine wash inside-out using mild detergent. Patches withstand 25 domestic wash cycles.

SHELF LIFE
One year shelf life before applying (room temperature controlled environment).

Note: World Emblem encourages our clients to test applications of our products unto their garments. World Emblem is not responsible for damages resulting from washing and laundering of any product purchased.

Revised 04.10.24

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS (SUBLIMATED FAUX SUEDE)

PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ON HARD GOODS
Make sure the application area is thoroughly cleaned. We recommend the use of rubbing alcohol. Remove paper backing and press firmly on the desired location.

LOW MELT HEAT SEAL ON GARMENTS - TOP HEAT

  1. Set the press at 350-360° F with 40-50 psi of pressure.
  2. Place the garment in the press. Make sure that the application location is wrinkle-free.
  3. Place the patch onto the desired location on the garment. Thermal tape is optional.
  4. Press for 10-15 seconds
  5. Remove the garment from the press and allow to cool.

LOW MELT HEAT SEAL ON HATS - USING THE IQ 360 HAT HEAT PRESS

  1. Set the press at 290°-300° F for top heat and 315°- 320°F for bottom heat with 60-80 psi of pressure.
  2. Place the hat on the heat press, leaving out the inner layer of the cap. Use the adjustment lever for a better grip.
  3. Place the patch on the desired location. To secure the patch and preventing it from moving, use Thermal Tape.
  4. Place a FlexStyle® silicone pad over the design.
  5. Press for 15-18 seconds.
  6. Deactivate the adjustment lever and remove the hat from the heat press.
  7. Remove the Thermal Tape once the patch has cooled.
PRICES

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SPECS - SUBLIMATED PATCHES

DESCRIPTION
World Emblem also offers a Perfect Print® Sublimation System, allowing you the ability to manufacture your own emblems. Through a secure online catalog, you can produce emblems on-demand and at a fraction of the cost of outsourcing the production. The Perfect Print® Sublimation System includes a printer, software, templates, paper, ink and blanks. Patches are also available with a thick merrow border to allow patches to be easily sewn onto apparel.

EMBLEM SIZE LIMITS
Max - 12” X 12” (+/-1mm)
Min - 1” X 1” (+/-1mm)

COLOR
Perfect Print® allow unlimited colors. You can digitally print photorealistic images and even match PMS colors.

BACKING
•Low Melt Heat Seal
•Industrial Heat Seal
•Pressure Sensitive
•Velcro® (Hook & Loop included)

Backings does not cover the merrow border on the emblem. Please consider this when applying to your garments.

LIMITATIONS
Heat Seal/Low Melt: Since the product is applied with heat, it is not recommended for use on materials that may be heat sensitive (ex. some nylons, silk some plastics, leather, wool, fleece, etc.) Not recommended for weather treated materials, due to chemicals used that do not allow the emblems to adhere properly.

Pressure-Sensitive: The use of these emblems on surfaces that may contain an oil finish, such as silicon, Teflon™, rough fabrics, or outdoor goods is not recommended.

ELECTRONIC PROOF
1 Day

PHYSICAL SAMPLE
1 Day

PRODUCTION TIME
Up to 500pcs: 1 day
501pcs - 1,000pcs: 2 Days
1 additional day for every 500pcs

Transit time not included.

WASHING INFORMATION
Machine wash inside-out using mild detergent. Patches with industrial heat seal backing will withstand 52 industrial wash cycles.

SHELF LIFE
One year shelf life before applying (room temperature controlled environment).

Note: World Emblem encourages our clients to test applications of our products unto their garments. World Emblem is not responsible for damages resulting from washing and laundering of any product purchased.

Revised 04.10.24

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS - SUBLIMATED PATCHES

PRESSURE-SENSITIVE ON HARD GOODS
Make sure the application area is thoroughly cleaned. We recommend the use of rubbing alcohol. Remove paper backing and press firmly on the desired location.

LOW MELT HEAT SEAL ON GARMENTS - TOP HEAT

  1. Set the press at 315-325° F with 70-80 psi of pressure.
  2. Place the garment in the press. Make sure that the application location is wrinkle-free.
  3. Place the patch onto the desired location on the garment. Thermal tape is optional.
  4. Turn the garment over so the heat is applied on the back of the emblem.
  5. Press for 14-18 seconds
  6. Remove the garment from the press and allow to cool.

LOW MELT HEAT SEAL ON HATS - USING THE IQ 360 HAT HEAT PRESS

  1. Set the press at 275°-285° F for top heat and 315°- 320°F for bottom heat with 60-80 psi of pressure.
  2. Place the hat on the heat press, leaving out the inner layer of the cap. Use the adjustment lever for a better grip.
  3. Place the patch on the desired location. To secure the patch and preventing it from moving, use Thermal Tape.
  4. Place a FlexStyle® silicone pad over the design.
  5. Press for 16-20 seconds.
  6. Deactivate the adjustment lever and remove the hat from the heat press.
  7. Remove the Thermal Tape once the patch has cooled.

 

INDUSTRIAL HEAT SEAL BACKING
Top Temperature  395° F - 405° F
Bottom Temperature  395° F - 405° F
Pressure  Medium High (60 - 80 Psi)
Dwell Time  10 - 14 Seconds

 

DISCLAIMER: World Emblem recommends testing the best combination of heat seal parameters before application. World Emblem is not liable for any damages to garments during the application process.

NOTE: Please check out youtube.com/worldemblem for step by step instructions for applying our apparel decorations.

PRICES

Perfect Print Process
Application  Sublimated
Application on caps

Additional Information & Benefits

World Emblem also offers a Perfect Print® Sublimation System, allowing you the ability to manufacture your own emblems. Through a secure online catalog, you can produce emblems on-demand and at a fraction of the cost of outsourcing the production. The Perfect Print® Sublimation System includes a printer, software, templates, paper, ink and blanks.

NOTE: Please check out the World Emblem YouTube Channel for step by step instructions for applying our apparel decorations.

For technical & application information please visit www.worldemblem.com/technical

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