Rhinestone Transfers: Technical Guide, Application Process & Quality Control | Luopeita Clothes Factory

Rhinestone Transfers: Technical Guide, Application Process & Quality Control | Luopeita Clothes Factory

Introduction

Rhinestone transfers are one of the most efficient and consistent decoration solutions in modern apparel manufacturing, especially for streetwear, athleisure, stage costumes, and fashion-forward collections.
As a professional garment manufacturer, Luopeita Clothes Factory has extensive experience in producing high-quality garments using advanced rhinestone transfer technology, offering stable quality, scalable production, and full customization for global brands and wholesalers.

This article provides a technical overview of rhinestone transfers, including materials, production processes, application parameters, and key precautions in bulk manufacturing.

What Are Rhinestone Transfers?

Rhinestone transfers are pre-arranged rhinestone designs fixed onto a heat-sensitive carrier film. Instead of placing stones one by one on garments, the entire design is transferred onto fabric using heat and pressure in a single operation.

This method ensures:

• High design consistency

• Faster production speed

• Reduced labor costs

• Cleaner and more precise layouts

Rhinestone transfers are widely used on:

• Hoodies & sweatshirts

• T-shirts & streetwear jackets

• Pants, tracksuits, and stagewear

Core Materials Used in Rhinestone Transfers

1. Rhinestone Types

At Luopeita Clothes Factory, we work with multiple rhinestone materials depending on budget and design requirements:

• Glass rhinestones (high clarity & brilliance)

• Crystal rhinestones (premium sparkle, high refraction)

• Acrylic rhinestones (lightweight & cost-effective)

2. Stone Sizes & Shapes

Common sizes include:

• SS6, SS8, SS10, SS16, SS20
  Custom shapes such as square, rectangle, or special cuts are also supported for logo or graphic designs.

3. Hot Melt Adhesive

The adhesive layer is critical to durability. We use:

• Industrial-grade hot melt glue

• Stable bonding under repeated washing

• Adhesives matched to fabric type (cotton, polyester, blends)

Rhinestone Transfer Production Process

Step 1: Digital Design & Layout

Design files are created based on:

• Artwork resolution

• Stone size distribution

• Color separation

• Density and weight balance

Design optimization helps prevent stone overlapping or weak bonding zones.

Step 2: Stone Placement on Carrier Film

Rhinestones are accurately positioned on a transfer film using automated or semi-automated equipment to ensure:

• Correct orientation

• Uniform spacing

• Strong adhesive pre-coating

Step 3: Heat Transfer Application

Key heat press parameters:

• Temperature: 150–170°C

• Pressure: Medium to high (even pressure essential)

• Time: 10–15 seconds

After pressing, the carrier film is removed, leaving rhinestones firmly bonded to the garment.