DTG printing
Calculating DTG Cost per Accepted Garment
Calculate DTG unit cost using garments that pass inspection. Include preparation, labor, finishing, maintenance and reprints alongside ink consumption.
Build a transparent worksheet
Start with blank cost and the consumables used by the actual artwork. Add pretreatment, labor minutes, finishing, packaging and allocated operating costs. Keep estimated figures separate from values measured in a trial.
Use the accepted-output denominator
Divide the relevant batch cost by garments accepted for delivery rather than the number loaded into the printer. Review expensive defects and setup losses separately. A low ink estimate can hide a costly handling or rejection problem.
Production checklist
Use these checkpoints to prepare a trial or discuss the configuration with your supplier. Record the result for each item before approving a production change.
- Blank and consumable cost
- Preparation and finishing labor
- Maintenance allocation
- Accepted output and reprints
Is ink cost the same as garment printing cost?
No. Ink is only one input. A useful quote includes the complete production process and the cost of delivering acceptable garments.
Authoritative references and further reading
The following primary sources provide related background. Instructions from other manufacturers apply to their named systems and are not PrintVision settings, endorsements or certification claims.
- Epson: DTG and DTFilm printing applications ↗
Manufacturer background on garment printing applications; not a PrintVision operating manual.
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