B-Flex METALLIC

B-Flex Metallic CAD-Cut HTV is a premium metallic heat transfer vinyl designed to create glossy garment graphics with a pearlescent, iridescent finish. Made for apparel decorators, fashion brands, sportswear suppliers, uniform providers and custom clothing businesses, BF Metallic HTV is ideal for logos, lettering, names, numbers and decorative graphics that need shine, colour and a more premium finish than standard HTV.

The BF Metallic series is made from PU/polyurethane film with a gloss metallic finish and a highly visible cutting line, making it practical for detailed garment decoration work. Its adhesive PET carrier supports fast weeding and makes it easier to reposition small details that may lift during production, while the soft 90 µm film keeps decorated garments comfortable to wear.

Key Features

• CAD-Cut metallic heat transfer vinyl for garment decoration
• Gloss pearlescent finish with an iridescent effect
• 90 µm PU/polyurethane film for a soft, wearable finish
• Highly visible cutting line for easier production handling
• Adhesive PET liner supports fast weeding and detail repositioning
• Suitable for organic, synthetic and mixed fabrics
• Suitable for knockout, multi-layer and layering with selected compatible HTV products
• Wash resistant up to 40°C when applied correctly
• Available in metallic colours including blue, acid green, red, white and cyclamen

Typical Applications

• Metallic names, numbers, logos and lettering
• Custom t-shirts, hoodies, polos and apparel
• Fashion apparel, streetwear and retail merchandise
• Sportswear, teamwear and club apparel details
• Workwear, uniforms and branded staff clothing accents
• Promotional garments, event apparel and premium decorative graphics

Why Choose Metallic HTV?

• Pearlescent finish: Adds a gloss metallic look with an iridescent effect for standout apparel graphics.
• Easy to work with: The adhesive PET carrier supports fast weeding and repositioning of small lifted details.
• Small detail capable: Designed with visible cutting lines and a minimum cut size of 0.3 cm.
• Soft garment feel: The 90 µm polyurethane film helps keep decorated garments comfortable to wear.
• Creative layering options: Suitable for knockout, multi-layer and layering with selected compatible B-Flex HTV series.

Application Workflow

• Cut: Cut the design in mirror using a 45° blade.
• Weed: Remove excess material carefully from around the graphic.
• Position: Place the graphic onto the garment using the adhesive PET liner.
• Press: Apply at 140°C for 12 seconds using medium pressure.
• Peel: Remove the liner hot.
• Test: Always test on the intended fabric before production.

Technical Specifications

Application Settings

Cut Settings

Wash & Care

• Wait 12 hours after application before the first wash.
• Wash garments inside out.
• Maximum wash temperature: 40°C.
• Always follow the garment manufacturer’s care instructions.
• Test before production to confirm adhesion, wash performance, metallic finish and fabric suitability.

Product Videos

Pro Tip: Metallic HTV is best used when the finish is part of the design. Use it for logos, highlights, lettering and accents where the pearlescent effect can catch the light, and always run a test cut and press before production.

Choose B-Flex Metallic CAD-Cut HTV when you want a soft, glossy metallic finish for custom apparel, sportswear, uniforms, fashion garments and promotional merchandise. It is a strong choice for decorators who want metallic shine in a simple CAD-Cut workflow.