Wholesale Blank Cotton-Poly Blend T-Shirts for Screen Printing & DTF

Cotton-Poly Blend T-Shirts | G800, Jerzees 29M & Hanes 4980

Gildan G800 DryBlend, Jerzees 29M Dri-Power, and Hanes 4980 Nano-T are the three most widely stocked 50/50 and 60/40 cotton-poly blank tees in the decorator market. Each style handles dye migration, moisture management, and wash durability differently. All are stocked at wholesale pricing with case discounts applied automatically and no minimum order requirement.

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Cotton-Poly Blend T-Shirts: G800, Jerzees 29M, and Hanes 4980 for Wholesale Printing

50/50 Standard blend ratio on the Gildan G800 DryBlend and Jerzees 29M Dri-Power
320°F Temperature above which dye migration risk increases on polyester-blend substrates
5.6 oz Gildan G800 DryBlend fabric weight, heavier than the Jerzees 29M (5.6 oz) and Hanes 4980 (4.5 oz)

The Gildan G800 DryBlend, Jerzees 29M Dri-Power, and Hanes 4980 Nano-T are the three cotton-poly blank tees that decorators reach for most often when a job calls for a blend substrate. They are not interchangeable. Each carries a different blend ratio, fabric weight, and moisture management construction, and those differences affect how each style behaves under a heat press, in a DTF press, and after repeated wash cycles.

50/50 vs 60/40: How Blend Ratio Affects Screen Printing and DTF on Cotton-Poly Tees

The Gildan G800 and Jerzees 29M are both 50/50 cotton-poly. The Hanes 4980 Nano-T runs 60% cotton and 40% polyester. That ten-point shift in cotton content changes the decoration equation in two ways. First, dye migration risk drops slightly on 60/40 blanks because there is less polyester to release disperse dye under heat. Second, a 60/40 substrate absorbs plastisol ink slightly more like cotton, which can improve halftone resolution on fine detail artwork. For jobs where dye migration on dark colors is a persistent issue, the Hanes 4980 at 60/40 is worth evaluating before adjusting press settings on a 50/50 blank.

Dye Migration on Dark-Color Cotton-Poly Blend T-Shirts

Dye migration is the primary technical risk specific to polyester-containing substrates. When heat is applied during DTF transfer pressing or heat transfer vinyl application, the disperse dyes used to color polyester fibers can reactivate and bleed into the adhesive layer or ink surface of the transfer. On dark-colored garments, this produces discoloration visible as a washed-out haze or color cast around the print edge. On 50/50 blanks, the risk becomes meaningful above 320 degrees Fahrenheit.

The standard production approach is to press 50/50 blanks at 305 to 315 degrees Fahrenheit using a bleed-blocking transfer film rated for polyester substrates, and to hold a slightly longer dwell time of 15 to 18 seconds to compensate for the lower temperature. Always run a pre-production sample on the specific dark color before committing a full job. Dye migration severity varies by colorway even within the same style, with athletic colors such as royal, forest green, and red carrying higher risk than neutral colors. For screen printing, low-bleed plastisol inks formulated for polyester substrates reduce bleed-through on 50/50 blanks at standard flash temperatures without requiring a press setting change.

Moisture-Wicking Performance: G800 DryBlend and Jerzees 29M Dri-Power vs 100% Cotton

Both the Gildan G800 and Jerzees 29M are constructed with moisture-transport yarn systems that move perspiration away from the body. The G800 uses Gildan's DryBlend moisture-transport construction; the 29M uses Jerzees's Dri-Power treatment. Neither performs at the level of 100% polyester athletic knits designed specifically for moisture management, but both outperform 100% cotton in environments where sweat accumulation is a concern: outdoor events, athletic programs, industrial facilities, and food service uniforms. For buyers choosing between the two on performance, the functional difference is minimal. The G800 runs at 5.6 oz with a slightly heavier hand; the 29M runs at 5.6 oz as well but with a marginally softer surface treatment. The Hanes 4980 at 4.5 oz has no specific moisture management treatment and is better suited to lighter decoration programs than workwear with high physical demand.

Decorators comparing these styles against wholesale 100% cotton blank tees for workwear programs should factor in wash durability alongside performance. The polyester content in 50/50 blanks resists the dimensional shrinkage and color fade that open-end cotton undergoes in commercial laundry cycles, which extends the service life of a decorated uniform garment substantially. For the full range of cotton-poly blend styles across all product categories, see the wholesale cotton-poly blend collection.

Case Quantities and Ordering for Wholesale Cotton-Poly Blend T-Shirts

The Gildan G800, Jerzees 29M, and Hanes 4980 are all stocked at wholesale pricing with case discounts applied automatically at checkout. No minimum order is required on any style. The G800 ships in standard cases of 72 units per color sorted by size. Stocked colors on all three styles process with fast US shipping. Mixed-style orders across these blanks ship without surcharge, which makes it straightforward to test two styles against each other on a single order before committing a workwear or athletic program to one blank.

Choosing Between G800, Jerzees 29M, and Hanes 4980

Buyer's Guide: Cotton-Poly Blend T-Shirts for Decorators

Gildan G800 DryBlend: 50/50, 5.6 oz, Moisture-Transport Construction

The G800 is the most widely specified 50/50 cotton-poly blank for workwear and athletic programs. At 5.6 oz with DryBlend moisture-transport yarn, it handles outdoor use, industrial environments, and commercial laundry reliably. Plastisol screen printing and DTF both work at adjusted press settings. Case quantity 72 units per color.

Jerzees 29M Dri-Power: 50/50, 5.6 oz, Dri-Power Moisture Treatment

The Jerzees 29M runs at the same weight as the G800 with a Dri-Power moisture management treatment. Use it for athletic team programs and outdoor event decoration where moisture wicking matters. Screen printing performance on the 29M is comparable to the G800 at standard mesh counts. Consistent sizing across dye lots supports repeat-order programs.

Hanes 4980 Nano-T: 60/40 Cotton-Poly, 4.5 oz, Lighter Hand Feel

The Hanes 4980 runs 60% cotton and 40% polyester at 4.5 oz, making it the lightest of the three styles and the one with slightly lower dye migration risk than a 50/50 blank. Use it for layered programs, lighter decoration jobs, and uniform programs where end-wearers prefer a cotton-dominant feel. Not suited to heavy industrial wash programs.

Low-Bleed Plastisol and Bleed-Blocking DTF Film for Dark Colors

On all three styles, dye migration on dark colorways is the primary production variable. For screen printing, use low-bleed plastisol inks formulated for polyester substrates. For DTF and heat transfer, press at 305 to 315 degrees Fahrenheit with bleed-blocking transfer film. Always sample dark colors before the first production run on any blend blank.

Why Decorators Buy Cotton-Poly Blend Tees From TheClothingSpace

Wholesale Cotton-Poly Blend T-Shirts: G800, Jerzees 29M, Hanes 4980

G800, Jerzees 29M, and Hanes 4980 Stocked in Core Colors

All three leading wholesale cotton-poly blend tees stocked across core colors. Gildan G800 DryBlend at 5.6 oz, Jerzees 29M Dri-Power at 5.6 oz, and Hanes 4980 Nano-T at 4.5 oz. Each style available individually or in mixed-style orders without surcharge.

Wholesale Pricing and Case Discounts on Every Order

All cotton-poly blend tees at TheClothingSpace are priced among the lowest online for wholesale blanks. Case pricing applies automatically on every style. Bulk discounts increase with quantity above single-case orders. No minimum order required on any style.

Same-Day Processing on Stocked Colors

Core colors on the G800, 29M, and Hanes 4980 process same day on orders placed before the shipping cutoff. Fast US shipping to decorator shops and print operations nationwide. No delays on standard in-stock colors.

Screen Print, DTF, and Heat Transfer Compatible

All three styles accept plastisol screen printing at standard mesh counts (110 to 156 mesh for spot color). DTF and heat transfer pressing requires 305 to 315 degrees Fahrenheit with bleed-blocking film on dark colors. Low-bleed plastisol inks reduce dye migration risk on 50/50 substrates during screen printing.

Shrink and Color Fade Resistance Through Commercial Washing

The polyester content in both 50/50 and 60/40 blend blanks resists the dimensional shrinkage and color fade that 100% cotton undergoes in commercial laundry programs. All three styles are suited to workwear and uniform programs with repeated high-temperature wash cycles.

Consistent Spec Across Reorders

Gildan, Jerzees, and Hanes maintain consistent sizing and fabric weight specifications across production runs. Measurements hold across dye lots, which matters for workwear programs and athletic accounts placing repeat orders through a season or a multi-year contract.

Common Questions

Wholesale Cotton-Poly Blend T-Shirt FAQ: G800, Jerzees 29M, Hanes 4980

Dye migration on the Gildan G800 and Jerzees 29M occurs when heat during DTF or heat transfer pressing reactivates the disperse dyes used to color the polyester fibers. Those dyes bleed into the transfer adhesive layer and discolor dark garments. Press both styles at 305 to 315 degrees Fahrenheit using a bleed-blocking transfer film. Sample dark colorways before full production runs.
The Hanes 4980 Nano-T at 60/40 cotton-poly has slightly lower dye migration risk than the Gildan G800 at 50/50 because of the higher cotton content. The 4980 at 4.5 oz also absorbs plastisol ink closer to how a cotton blank does, which can improve halftone resolution on fine detail work. The G800 at 5.6 oz is heavier and better suited to workwear with commercial wash requirements.
Both the Jerzees 29M Dri-Power and Gildan G800 DryBlend are 50/50 cotton-poly blanks at 5.6 oz with moisture-transport construction. The functional difference for most decoration programs is minimal. The G800 uses Gildan's DryBlend yarn system; the 29M uses Jerzees's Dri-Power treatment. Both accept plastisol and DTF at the same adjusted press settings and hold sizing consistently across reorders.
Low-bleed plastisol inks formulated specifically for polyester-containing substrates reduce dye migration risk on 50/50 blanks such as the Gildan G800 and Jerzees 29M during screen printing. These inks cure at lower flash temperatures than standard plastisol, which keeps the disperse dyes in the polyester fibers from reactivating. Use them on all dark-color jobs on 50/50 substrates as a baseline production practice.
The Hanes 4980 Nano-T at 4.5 oz and 60/40 cotton-poly is better suited to lighter decoration programs and layered uniforms than to heavy industrial workwear. For programs involving repeated commercial laundry cycles at high temperatures, the Gildan G800 DryBlend at 5.6 oz is the more appropriate 50/50 blank because the heavier construction and equal polyester content hold dimensionally better through long service life.
The Gildan G800 ships in standard cases of 72 units per color sorted by size. The Jerzees 29M and Hanes 4980 follow standard case pack quantities for each brand. Case pricing applies automatically on all three styles at TheClothingSpace with bulk discounts that increase above single-case quantities. No minimum order is required. Mixed-style orders across all three blanks ship without surcharge.
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