Tackle Twill — 16.5″ PSA Sports Twill
$8.00
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 and numbers 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. Our Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (“PSA”) version of it features a low-tack backing for placement onto garments.
| PRICE PER YARD | |||||
| Quantity | 1–4 | 5–9 | 10–24 | 25–49 | 50+ |
| Price Per Yard | $8.00 | $5.50 | $5.25 | $5.00 | $4.75 |
Product Details.
16.5" PSA Sports Twill features a clear Mylar backing and a proprietary, low tack peel-and-stick adhesive (PS960 PSA) that holds the applique in place for sewing onto garments. Our U.S.-patented formula prevents broken threads and gummed-up needles due to its needle glide additive. Repositionable. It can be removed as necessary to get the perfect alignment for applique embroidery. Perfect for 2-color layer applications and Kiss Cutting. NOTE: Must be sewn to prevent fraying and for the permanency of the design to withstand several wash cycles. We sell more PSA than any other type of adhesive-backed Tackle Twill, including Polyback, Permanent and PSA Permanent. PSA Sports Twill is our registered name for Tackle Twill fabric with a Pressure Sensitive Adhesive ("PSA") adhesive backing, which is commonly referred to as "Sticky Back" or peel-and-stick, and is comparable to Stahls' CAD-CUT® Pressure Sensitive 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" PSA 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 PSA Sports Twill works well with all previously listed fabrics plus Polyester Mesh and Nylon.
- Temperature: 340°F
- Time: 20 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.
PSA Twill FAQs.
What Is PSA 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 Pressure Sensitive ("PSA") version features a low-tack adhesive backing (PS960 PSA) for placement onto garments. This adhesive system is often referred to as "Sticky Back" or peel-and-stick. Repositionable. It can be removed as necessary to get the perfect alignment for applique embroidery. 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 PSA Sports Twill PVC-Free?
PSA 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 PSA Sports 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 PSA Sports Twill — laser, plotter, flat-bed plotter, die cutting and shearing.
What Blade Should I Use To Cut PSA Sports Twill?
60° blades work best for cutting PSA Sports Twill. On some machines it's called the "thick" blade.
Does PSA Sports Twill Feature An Adhesive Backing?
PSA's thermal adhesive backing (PS960 PSA) 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 The PSA Sports Twill Last On Garments?
We have tested this material up to 50 wash and dry cycles without fraying, cracking or peeling. PSA Sports Twill is sewn down onto garments, so it should last as long as the garment itself.
Does The PS960 PSA 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 PSA Sports Twill To Embroider Custom Patches?
Yes. The polyester-based PSA Sports Twill works great for embroidering patches.
Do I Have To Sew The PSA 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 PSA.
Can I Sublimate Onto PSA Sports Twill? Which Tackle Twill Product Is Best For Sublimation?
No. We do not recommend sublimating onto PSA 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.
Aurora, Indiana, U.S.A. (HQ)
7080 Chartom Circle
Aurora, IN 47001
Phone: (866) 806-9120
Fax: (812) 926-0634