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Dissolve 'N' Tear
Description
The Hook: The best of both worlds. Enjoy the high-speed removal of a tear-away with a "vanishing" finish that ensures zero fuzzy remnants are left behind after laundering.
What It Is: Dissolve 'N' Tear is a premium 1.7oz hybrid stabilizer designed for high-end retail production. This 100% polyester, bio-degradable non-woven acts as a rigid tear-away during the embroidery process, providing superior needle support compared to thin films. Once the stitch-out is complete, the bulk is torn away, and the remaining fibers are engineered to dissolve completely during the laundry cycle.
Application Guidelines:
- The "Clean-Back" Standard: Ideal for projects where a standard tear-away leaves too much "fuzz" around the design, but a cutaway is too bulky. Perfect for towels, linens, and light-colored performance wear.
- Superior Stitch Holding: Because it is a fibrous non-woven rather than a film, it holds stitches tighter and handles higher needle density without "perforating" or tearing prematurely in the hoop.
- Eco-Friendly Engineering: This is a 100% bio-degradable product, making it the "green" choice for shops looking to reduce their environmental footprint without sacrificing performance.
⚠️ THE LABORATORY WASH RULE:
Unlike "Toppings" or light solubles, the #1720 is a structural backing. It cannot be removed by dabbing with a damp cloth or sponge. To completely eliminate the remaining fibers, the garment must be run through a standard washing machine (often 2-3 cycles for 100% removal). The more it is laundered, the softer the embroidery becomes.
Laboratory Pro-Tips:
- The "Zero-Trace" Finish: Use this on the back of high-pile towels. Tear away the excess to save time in the shop, and tell your customer the "ghost" of the stabilizer will vanish after their first couple of washes at home.
- Needle Science: Every roll is treated with integrated needle lubricants to reduce friction. Pair this with a 75/11 Sharp needle for a clean perforation that makes the initial tear-away fast and effortless.
- Storage: Keep in a sealed bag. Like all soluble products, #1720 is sensitive to high humidity and can become tacky if left exposed to the elements.