Tackle Twill — 16.5″ Polyback Sports Twill

$7.50

In Stock & Available To Order:
All 40 Colors

Sports Twill — also known as Tackle Twill and Poly-Twill — is our registered name for the fabric lettering used to decorate athletic apparel. Originally used for football, it is a very tough, durable material now used on all sports jerseys and cheerleading uniforms. 16.5″ Polyback Sports Twill features an anti-fray thermal adhesive backing that completely seals the twill yarns and provides stability for cutting + sewing onto garments. A tried-and-true solution that is designed for activewear.

PRICE PER YARD
Quantity 1–4 5–9 10–24 25–49 50+
Price Per Yard $7.50 $4.50 $4.25 $4.00 $3.75
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Tackle Twill — 16.5″ Polyback Sports Twill

$7.50

In Stock & Available To Order:
All 40 Colors

Sports Twill — also known as Tackle Twill and Poly-Twill — is our registered name for the fabric lettering used to decorate athletic apparel. Originally used for football, it is a very tough, durable material now used on all sports jerseys and cheerleading uniforms. 16.5″ Polyback Sports Twill features an anti-fray thermal adhesive backing that completely seals the twill yarns and provides stability for cutting + sewing onto garments. A tried-and-true solution that is designed for activewear.

PRICE PER YARD
Quantity 1–4 5–9 10–24 25–49 50+
Price Per Yard $7.50 $4.50 $4.25 $4.00 $3.75
SKU: POLYBACK 165 Category: Tags: , ,

Product Details.

Tackle Twill is an ideal fabric for creating logos and numbers for sports jerseys. But without a coating of Heat Press Adhesive, it can be a difficult and flimsy material to use. 16.5" Polyback Sports Twill features an anti-fray thermal adhesive backing (P600 1.5-Mil 16.5″ Polyback) that completely seals the twill yarns and provides stability for cutting + sewing onto garments. Its polyester-based coating has no PVC and can be cut easily on plotters, dies, lasers or even hand-cut. NOTE: Can be heat pressed to hold the design in place, but it must be sewn to prevent fraying. We offer Sports Twill in a variety of different adhesive-backings, including Polyback, Pressure Sensitive PSA, Permanent and PSA Permanent. "Polyback" is our name for Tackle Twill fabric with a thin, low-tack adhesive backing, commonly referred to as "Heat Seal" or Poly Twill, and competes against Stahls' CAD-CUT® Poly-TWILL in the marketplace. Sold in 1 yard increments (16.5" x 36"). Bulk discounts auto-apply at 5, 10, 25, and 50+ yards per color.

*** 51" Polyback Sports Twill is available by request. Please contact our USA-based Customer Service Team for more information. ***

*** Quick note about RGB, CMYK or Pantone codes for color-matching. We do NOT try to match Pantones as this material is dye-dipped, not printed. We recommend that you consider ordering a Swatch Kit. ***

Application Info.

Recommended for use with the following fabrics: Acrylics, 100% Cotton, Polyester Knits (not Mesh), 100% Polyester, Poly-Cotton Blends, Poly Form and Cotton Caps. If sewing, then Polyback Sports Twill works well with all previously listed fabrics plus Polyester Mesh and Nylon.

  • Temperature: 340°F
  • Time: 15 seconds
  • Pressure: Firm
  • Peel: N/A

HINT: Run a lint roller over the transfer area (on the garment) to remove any loose threads or stray fibers. Preheat your garment for 5 seconds. Place the transfer onto the garment, then place a cover sheet over the design. Time, temperature and pressure may vary if using an iron instead of a heat press machine.

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Formed in 1993 as a Division of Specialty Adhesive Film Co., our Mission has always been to provide the #1 Heat Transfer Products for the sports apparel industry. We have been awarded multiple U.S. patents (see About Us) for the methods and materials used to manufacture specialty films, fabrics and Hot-Melt Adhesives. We pledge to provide our clients with exceptional products and continued commitment to innovation, technology, and low prices. TwillUSA.com offers dozens of Heat Transfer Materials in hundreds of colors, plus $10.00 flat-rate shipping on orders delivered to CONUS.

Polyback Twill FAQs.

What Is Polyback Sports Twill?

Tackle Twill is a generic name for the fabric lettering used to decorate athletic jerseys. Originally used for football, it is a very tough, durable material now used on all sports and cheerleading uniforms. Our registered version of it is called Sports Twill. Our 16.5" Polyback Sports Twill features a proprietary adhesive (P600 1.5-Mil 16.5″ Polyback) so that it can be cut easier, layered, re/positioned and heat pressed. This material has a hardness specification on the upper end, which makes it much easier to achieve a clean cut. Clean cuts are are critical for embroidery machines that demand a precise edge to put a zigzag or satin stitch on the design. NOTE: This product must be sewn down onto the garment(s).

Can This Product Be Layered?

Yes. It can be layered 2 or 3 layers thick with other applique materials for multicolor designs. We recommend a maximum of 3 layers as 4+ can be too thick to heat apply.

Is the Polyback Sports Twill PVC-Free?

Polyback Sports Twill and our proprietary Hot-Melt Adhesives are 100% free of Polyvinyl Chloride ("PVC"). PVC contains dangerous chemical additives that can be harmful to your child's health.

Can I Cut Polyback Twill On A Tabletop Plotter?

Tackle Twill fabric cuts clean on all desktop cutters including Cricut and Silhouette Cameo. All forms of cutting work on Polyback Sports Twill — laser, plotter, flat-bed plotter, die cutting and shearing.

What Blade Should I Use To Cut Polyback Sports Twill?

60° blades work best for cutting Polyback Sports Twill. On some machines it's called the "thick" blade.

Does Polyback Sports Twill Have An Adhesive Backing?

Polyback's thermal adhesive backing (1.5-Mil P600 16.5" Polyback) completely seals the twill yarns and provides stability for cutting + sewing on garments. Its polyester-based coating has no PVC and can be cut on plotters, dies, lasers, or even hand-cut. This adhesive system is available separately for coating materials other than Tackle Twill.

How Long Will Polyback Sports Twill Last On Garments?

We have tested this material up to 50 wash and dry cycles without fraying, cracking or peeling. Polyback Sports Twill must be sewn down onto garments, so it should last as long as the garment itself.

Does The 1.5-Mil P600 Adhesive Gum Up Sewing Needles?

Our proprietary Hot-Melt Adhesives feature a needle glide additive designed to sew without gumming. Sharp needles work better than ballpoint needles. HINT: Coating the needle with silicone also helps to promote a clean stitch. All manners of stitching work well, including zig zag, satin, bean, and lockstitch.

Can I Use Polyback Sports Twill To Embroider Custom Patches?

Yes. The polyester-based Polyback Sports Twill works great for embroidering patches.

Do I Have To Sew The Polyback Sports Twill Design After Cutting It?

Yes. If you are looking to heat press the garment after sewing, we recommend our PSA Permanent Sports Twill or Permanent Sports Twill instead of the Polyback.

Can I Sublimate Onto Polyback Twill? Which Tackle Twill Product Is Best For Sublimation?

No. We do not recommend sublimating onto Polyback Tackle Twill as the temperature required for sublimation is higher than the temperature at which the Hot-Melt Adhesive will activate. In our experience, this causes the glue to come through the surface of the print. Therefore, we recommend sublimating onto Uncoated Sports Twill first, then applying PS965 5-Mil PSA Permanent Adhesive afterwards, which allows for heat pressing or sewing the transfer onto the garment(s).

Locations & Contact.

TwillUSA.com is located in Aurora, Indiana. ‘Will Call’ is available from 10a–3p (M–F). Customer Service hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM ET.

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