The world of textile decoration is all known as fast-moving. Therefore, heat transfer printers need more than just reliable consumables — they need materials that deliver stability, performance, and value. That’s why DST has developed DST Soft Powder EV, a European-made powder adhesive that performs on every front.
From Concept to Performance
Originally created for DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing, DST Soft Powder EV solves a key challenge: ensuring a smooth, consistent powder flow that keeps printers running without interruption. With its high elasticity performance, prints stay sharp and vibrant, even on polyester and blend fabrics where flexibility is essential.
Mads Christoffersen, Key Account Manager & Ink Expert, explains: “We developed DST Soft Powder EV to solve practical issues heat transfer makers face with DTF. From lab results to real-world testing, the adhesion and stretchability are consistent across different fabric types.”
Durability That Lasts
The benefits go beyond performance. The powder’s high wash resistance brings durability to finished designs, helping transfers withstand stretching, wear, and repeated washing. For printers, this means long-lasting results that customers notice.
And while it was created with DTF in mind with a melting setting point of 140°C, DST Soft Powder EV has already shown great results in traditional screen printing and hybrid transfer applications. This versatility makes it a powerful addition to any workshop looking for a dependable adhesive powder that adapts to multiple decoration techniques.
European-Made and Customer-Focused
By being made in Europe, DST Soft Powder EV combines quality with supply security and competitive economics. Heat transfer makers gain a trusted alternative to imported powders, reducing reliance on overseas sources while benefiting from consistent performance.
Quentin Le Piouff, Managing Director, adds: “When I speak with customers, what stands out is the balance: high performance, European production, and still an economic solution compared to Chinese powders. That mix is what makes DST Soft Powder EV so attractive.”
To conclude, with DST Soft Powder EV, differentiation comes built-in, helping printers stay ahead with better flow, stronger resistance, and reliable European production.
