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DTF Cost Breakdown
What goes into DTF unit cost: film, CMYK/white ink, powder, energy, labour and overhead.
| Cost line | Basic mode | Advanced mode |
|---|---|---|
| Film | $/ft² × area | From roll width × length × price |
| Ink | Lump $/print | CMYK ml + white ml × $/L |
| Powder | Lump $/print | Grams × $/kg |
| Labour | Press seconds × $/hr | |
| Electricity / overhead / maintenance / packaging | Usually skipped | Included in true cost |
Starting points only — verify with your film brand, garment cut and marketplace fees. Live tool: Open calculator · All references