Printful Sols03568 Dtfilm

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name: Printful SOL'S 03568 DTFilm Hoodie
description: >-
  Complete pipeline for SOL'S 03568 Eco Raglan Hoodie (catalog 543) with DTFilm/DTFlex
  technique on Printful. Covers product creation, variant management, DTFilm design placement
  including long sleeves, mockup generation, and Supabase integration. Use when creating DTFilm
  hoodie products, full-color printed hoodies, gradient hoodies, or managing SOL'S 03568
  products with dtfilm printing. 6 colors (Black, Bottle Green, Burgundy, Burnt Orange,
  Charcoal Melange, White), 42 variants, EU fulfillment from Latvia.
---

# Printful SOL'S 03568 Eco Raglan DTFilm Hoodie — Complete Pipeline

Full production pipeline for SKAPARA hoodies using the SOL'S 03568 Eco Raglan Hoodie blank with DTFilm (DTFlex) printing technique on Printful.

For DTG or embroidery on this same blank, see `printful-sols03568-dtg` or `printful-sols03568-embroidery` skills.

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## Product Specifications

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| **Blank** | SOL'S 03568 Eco Raglan Hoodie |
| **Catalog ID** | 543 |
| **Technique** | DTFilm (API key: `dtfilm`, marketing: DTFlex) |
| **Material** | 80% organic cotton, 20% recycled polyester |
| **Fabric Weight** | ~10.8 oz/yd² (365 g/m²) |
| **Fit** | Regular, raglan sleeves, kangaroo pocket, drawstring hood |
| **Sizes** | XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL |
| **Colors** | 6: Black, Bottle Green, Burgundy, Burnt Orange, Charcoal Melange, White |
| **Variants** | 42 (6 colors x 7 sizes) |
| **Print Method** | DTFilm — PET film + adhesive + heat press 165C + cold peel |
| **Producer** | Printful (Latvia) |
| **EU Fulfillment** | YES |
| **Base Cost** | 35.20-42.25 EUR |

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## When to Use

- Create a new DTFilm hoodie product on Printful using SOL'S 03568
- Upload full-color designs (gradients, photos, unlimited CMYK) to a raglan hoodie
- Apply SKAPARA branding via DTFilm sleeve or label placement
- Generate mockups for SOL'S 03568 DTFilm products
- Manage variant colors and sizes
- Update Supabase with product data and mockup images

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## DTFilm Technique — Key Facts

- **Full CMYK color** — unlimited colors, gradients, photographic content
- **Smooth vinyl-like texture** — distinct from DTG's soft-ink feel
- **Process:** Design printed to PET film -> adhesive powder -> heat-cured -> heat-pressed at 165C -> cold peel
- **Works on polyester blends** (unlike DTG)
- **File types use `_dtf` suffix**: `front_dtf`, `back_dtf`, `long_sleeve_left_dtf`, `long_sleeve_right_dtf`
- **50+ washes durability**

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## Placements & Canvas Sizes

| Placement | Printfile | Canvas (px) | DPI | Extra Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| `front_dtf` | PF#1 | 1800 x 2400 | 150 | +5.25 EUR | Main design |
| `back_dtf` | PF#1 | 1800 x 2400 | 150 | +5.25 EUR | Back design |
| `long_sleeve_left_dtf` | PF#147 | 450 x 1800 | 150 | +5.25 EUR | Left sleeve branding |
| `long_sleeve_right_dtf` | PF#147 | 450 x 1800 | 150 | +5.25 EUR | Right sleeve |

### Recommended SKAPARA Setup

- `front_dtf`: Main design (1800x2400 @150dpi)
- `back_dtf`: SKAPARA wordmark or complementary design (1800x2400 @150dpi)
- `long_sleeve_left_dtf`: SKAPARA S mark vertical (450x1800 @150dpi) — branding

**Total extra cost (3 placements):** +5.25 + 5.25 + 5.25 = +15.75 EUR

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## Base Costs (Production EUR)

| Size | Base Cost | + 3 Placements | Total Production |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 35.20 | +15.75 | 50.95 |
| S | 35.20 | +15.75 | 50.95 |
| M | 35.20 | +15.75 | 50.95 |
| L | 35.20 | +15.75 | 50.95 |
| XL | 37.50 | +15.75 | 53.25 |
| 2XL | 39.85 | +15.75 | 55.60 |
| 3XL | 42.25 | +15.75 | 58.00 |

### Suggested Retail Pricing (40%+ margin)

| Size | Production | Retail (EUR) | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS-L | 50.95 | 89.95 | 43.4% |
| XL | 53.25 | 92.95 | 42.7% |
| 2XL | 55.60 | 96.95 | 42.7% |
| 3XL | 58.00 | 99.95 | 42.0% |

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## Printful API Reference

**Auth headers (ALL requests):**
```
Authorization: Bearer ${PRINTFUL_API_TOKEN}
X-PF-Store-Id: 17795695
Content-Type: application/json
User-Agent: POD-AI-Store/1.0
```

**CRITICAL:** `User-Agent` is MANDATORY. Without it, Cloudflare returns 401.

**NEVER use Store ID 17595620** (different store).

**Rate limits:** ~120 req/min. Use `delay(2000)` between calls.

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## Workflow: Create New DTFilm Hoodie Product

### Step 1: Upload Designs to Supabase Storage + Printful File Library

Upload all placement assets:
1. Front DTFilm design (1800x2400 @150dpi) -> `FRONT_FILE_ID`
2. Back DTFilm design (1800x2400 @150dpi) -> `BACK_FILE_ID`
3. Sleeve S mark (450x1800 @150dpi) -> `SLEEVE_FILE_ID`

```bash
# Upload to Printful File Library
curl -X POST "https://api.printful.com/files" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer ${PRINTFUL_API_TOKEN}" \
  -H "X-PF-Store-Id: 17795695" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "User-Agent: POD-AI-Store/1.0" \
  -d '{ "url": "'${PUBLIC_URL}'", "filename": "'${FILENAME}'" }'
```

### Step 2: Create Sync Product

```javascript
const product = await pf('/store/products', {
  method: 'POST',
  body: JSON.stringify({
    sync_product: {
      name: 'Product Name — SOL\'S 03568 DTFilm',
      thumbnail: publicUrlFront,
    },
    sync_variants: variants.map(v => ({
      variant_id: v.variant_id,
      retail_price: PRICES[v.size],
      is_enabled: true,
      files: [
        { type: 'front_dtf', id: FRONT_FILE_ID },
        { type: 'back_dtf', id: BACK_FILE_ID },
        { type: 'long_sleeve_left_dtf', id: SLEEVE_FILE_ID },
      ],
    })),
  }),
});
```

### Step 3: GPSR Compliance (MANDATORY for EU)

```html
<p><strong>Manufacturer:</strong> Printful Inc., Gandijas Dambis 15, Riga, Latvia LV-1045</p>
<p><strong>Material:</strong> 80% organic cotton, 20% recycled polyester (SOL'S 03568)</p>
<p><strong>Print technique:</strong> DTFilm (DTFlex) — PET film heat transfer</p>
<p><strong>Care:</strong> Machine wash cold, inside out. Tumble dry low. Do not bleach. Do not iron directly on print.</p>
<p><strong>Compliance:</strong> OEKO-TEX Standard 100, REACH</p>
```

### Step 4: Create Product in Supabase

```javascript
await supabase.from('products').insert({
  id: crypto.randomUUID(),
  title: 'Product Name',
  description: 'Creative marketing description only.',
  category_id: 'HOODIE_CATEGORY_UUID',
  base_price_cents: 8995,
  compare_at_price_cents: 14995,
  currency: 'EUR',
  status: 'active',
  pod_provider: 'printful',
  provider_product_id: String(pfProductId),
  product_template_id: '543',
  translations: {
    es: { title: '...', description: '...' },
    de: { title: '...', description: '...' },
  },
  product_details: {
    brand: 'SKAPARA',
    model: 'SOL\'S 03568 Eco Raglan Hoodie',
    material: '80% organic cotton, 20% recycled polyester',
    print_technique: 'DTFilm (DTFlex)',
    manufacturing_country: 'LV',
    safety_information: GPSR_HTML,
    care_instructions: 'Machine wash cold, inside out. Tumble dry low. Do not bleach. Do not iron directly on print.',
  },
});
```

### Step 5: Create Product Variants + Mockups + Upload

Same pattern as SOL'S 03574. See [VARIANTS.md](VARIANTS.md) for variant IDs.

Generate mockups via:
```bash
curl -X POST "https://api.printful.com/mockup-generator/create-task/543" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer ${PRINTFUL_API_TOKEN}" \
  -H "X-PF-Store-Id: 17795695" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "User-Agent: POD-AI-Store/1.0" \
  -d '{
    "variant_ids": [VARIANT_ID],
    "format": "png",
    "width": 1000,
    "option_groups": ["Ghost"],
    "options": ["Front", "Back"],
    "files": [
      { "placement": "front_dtf", "image_url": "DESIGN_URL", "position": { "area_width": 1800, "area_height": 2400, "width": 1800, "height": 2400, "top": 0, "left": 0 } },
      { "placement": "back_dtf", "image_url": "BACK_URL", "position": { "area_width": 1800, "area_height": 2400, "width": 1800, "height": 2400, "top": 0, "left": 0 } }
    ]
  }'
```

---

## Branding Strategy — DTFilm

- **`long_sleeve_left_dtf`**: SKAPARA S mark vertical (450x1800 @150dpi) — sleeve branding
- **`back_dtf`**: SKAPARA wordmark white on dark garments
- **Alternative**: Use `long_sleeve_right_dtf` for skapara.com URL

---

## Known Issues & Gotchas

| Issue | Detail | Workaround |
|---|---|---|
| No label_inside_dtf | This product does NOT have the cheap label placement | Use sleeve for branding instead |
| DTFilm smooth texture | Vinyl-like feel | Expected DTFilm characteristic |
| Cron sync margin fixer | Overwrites prices if margin <35% | Set correct price in Printful FIRST |
| Burnt Orange contrast | Warm medium tone — test contrast with both light/dark designs | Generate mockups for both to verify |
| Charcoal Melange | Dark heathered — white/light designs preferred | Heathered texture may affect fine detail |
| White garment | Light — use dark/black designs only | Avoid white-on-white text |
| Temporary mockup URLs | S3 URLs expire ~24h | Download + re-upload to Supabase Storage |
| Cloudflare 401 | Missing User-Agent | Always include `User-Agent: POD-AI-Store/1.0` |

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## Post-Creation Checklist

- [ ] Product appears in shop with correct category (pullover-hoodies)
- [ ] All colors show in ProductCard color toggles
- [ ] Sizes correctly parsed (XS through 3XL)
- [ ] Price correct per size tier
- [ ] Mockup images load for all placements
- [ ] GPSR safety information stored in `product_details`
- [ ] Translations present (EN, ES, DE)
- [ ] Cache-buster `?v=timestamp` appended to all image URLs

See [VARIANTS.md](VARIANTS.md) for complete variant ID table.