Burlap Patches
Burlap Round Patch
If you would like to design your patch with your own software, scroll down to download our template file for these patches
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Patch image design setup
- Color mode – Solid black and white – ( BLACK represents the area to be engraved, WHITE or Transparent represents the patch color )
- Document File Setup – Transparent image/ 300 dpi / set unit to inches – Example: If patch design area is 3.25 x 2.25 then create your document or art board as such, or use our templates below and upload as the same .eps file
- Image file upload Use our templates below to create your design area
- DOWNLOAD – The Esentl .PDF Patch Design Templates to start designing your custom patches using your own software
heat press instructions
Upper platen heat 280-290F
Lower platen heat 280F
“Make sure your heating element doesn’t have any heating inaccuracies.”
All heat presses may vary so dial in your settings beforehand for best results.
Pre press your hat for 7 seconds to eliminate any moisture and to loosen up the material, Make sure to mold the hat shape to the platen, you should have no bubbles between the hat and platen it should feel flat to the platen surface.
Peel paper backing off patch and place patch centered on hat. The lower heat should help this patch stay in place. Press patch for 15 seconds …. if using a silicone pad which is highly recommended so you don’t scorch your hats, increase dwell time to 30-35 seconds, pre warm your silicone pad first for best results.
Watch my video for my techniques and process
Post press for 5-7 seconds medium pressure 5
Patches are Hand Wash Only
You can use LA Awesome or any neutral cleaning products to clean any residue on your patches
1/16″ Thickness
For all other hat presses here are some jumping off point setting you can use. As always practice on your machine to dial in your settings as they will vary from machine to machine
Time
15-20 Seconds / 30-35 Seconds if using silicone pad
360 IQ Hat Press Temperatures
Upper 280F / Lower 280F
Pressure
Medium 5-6 / with silicone pad 6-7
Cover pad
Recommended - The Hat Mat Silicone Pad
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important tips
- Always use a silicone pad for best results or your 1/8″ foam pad for pre, and main, press, (adjust time and temp if using the foam pad) for post press use only a silicone pad (recommended)
- Check your patches before placement.
- Always check your heat press platen with a laser temperature gun to ensure accurate temps.
- Store your patches in a cool dry place.
- Lint roll your hats prior to placement.
- All tests are done using a Stahls Hotronix 360 IQ Hat press, your settings may vary for any other style hat press. For Patches upper and lower heat is recommended, which is why we use the 360 IQ.
- Always order a few extra patches as well practice with other hats first to dial in your hat heat press settings
