If you run a calender heat transfer printing line, you know one thing very clearly: the blanket felt belt is the heart of your production quality.
A worn, stretched, or inconsistent felt belt leads directly to:
- uneven heat and pressure distribution
- ghosting or incomplete transfers
- frequent machine stops and tension adjustments
- shorter blanket life and higher operating cost
That is exactly why more and more printing plant owners and production managers are switching to 8mm 100% Nomex® blanket felt belts.
Why Nomex® Not Just a Felt – a Performance Standard
Nomex® is a meta-aramid material known for:
- excellent thermal stability (continuous use up to 400°F / 200°C+)
- inherent flame resistance
- low stretch under high tension
- high resistance to thermal aging
In calender transfer printing, the blanket belt is repeatedly exposed to:
- high-temperature hot rollers
- constant tension and compression
- chemical residues from transfer paper and dyes
A standard polyester or blended felt degrades quickly under these conditions.
100% Nomex® maintains structure, flatness, and surface integrity over months of continuous production.
8mm Thickness – the Sweet Spot for Calender Applications
| Thickness | Typical Use | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 6mm | light duty / slow line | less cushioning |
| 8mm | standard calender printing | optimal pressure + heat transfer |
| 10mm+ | heavy embossing | higher cost, slower response |
The 8mm thickness provides:
- sufficient compressibility for even nip pressure
- fast thermal response (not too thick)
- excellent wrap around heated rollers
For calender lines running continuous sublimation transfer printing, 8mm is the industry-proven standard.
Compatible with Leading Calender Printing Machines
This 8mm 100% Nomex® blanket felt belt is designed to work directly on major calender heat transfer printing equipment, including but not limited to:
- Monti Antonio (e.g., Mod. 110, 210)
- Klieverik (KST, TXL series)
- Brevetti
- Glorious
- HASHIMA
- AIT
- Zhengzhou Xinzuan (Xinli)
- Shenzhen Runtianli
- Nantong Hongmei
- Oshima
R&D Team
Annilte has a research and development team consisting of 35 technicians. With strong technical research and development capabilities, we have provided conveyor belt customization services for 1780 industry segments, and gained recognition and affirmation from 20,000+ customers. With mature R&D and customization experience, we can meet the customization needs of different scenarios in various industries.
Production Strength
Annilte has 16 fully automated production lines imported from Germany in its integrated workshop, and 2 additional emergency backup production lines. The company ensures that the safety stock of all kinds of raw materials is not less than 400,000 square meters, and once the customer submits an emergency order, we will ship the product within 24 hours to respond to the customer's needs efficiently.
As a leading Chinese conveyor belt manufacturer with 17 years of industry experience, Annilte is proud to hold both ISO quality management certification and the RoHS environmental directive. Our manufacturing facilities meet “Green Factory” standards, and we are also an internationally recognized SGS Gold Supplier.
We offer a comprehensive range of customizable belt solutions under our own brand "ANNILTE", designed to meet diverse industrial needs.
Should you require further information about our products or capabilities, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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Post time: Apr-14-2026