Paragon SM0200 - Unisex Performance Tee - Black
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Description
The Paragon SM0200 is the short sleeve counterpart to the SM0210 long sleeve, built on the same 3.5 oz 100% microfiber performance polyester platform with UPF 50+ sun protection, moisture management, antimicrobial finish, and wrinkle resistance. The microfiber knit is smoother and finer than standard polyester mesh, which gives sublimation prints sharper detail and DTF transfers a cleaner bond surface. For outdoor event programs, sports leagues, resort staff, and sun-protection workwear, the UPF 50+ rating blocks 98% of UV radiation without a separate wash-in treatment.
Sublimation is the standout decoration method on white and light colorways. The fine microfiber surface holds sublimation detail at a level that coarser poly mesh cannot match. DTF transfers are the primary method across the full color card, bonding cleanly to the smooth polyester surface. Screen printing requires a poly-blocking underbase on colored grounds with moderate cure to prevent dye migration. Vinyl/HTV applies at polyester-safe temperature. The tear-away label supports private-label relabeling.
The Heather Grey colorway is 4.7 oz (heavier than standard colors) because the heathered yarn construction adds weight. Double-needle stitched neck and bottom hem reinforce durability.
- Brand: Paragon
- Style: SM0200 (Performance Short Sleeve Tee)
- Fabric: 100% microfiber performance polyester, 3.5 oz (Heather Grey 4.7 oz)
- Features: UPF 50+, moisture-wicking, antimicrobial, wrinkle-resistant, tear-away label
- Construction: Double-needle stitched neck and bottom hem
- Fit: Unisex
- Sizes: XS-4XL
TheClothingSpace offers wholesale pricing on the Paragon SM0200 with bulk discounts that increase with case and unit quantity, plus fast US shipping on stocked colors.
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Features
- 100% preshrunk cotton
- Made with sustainably and fairly grown USA cotton
- Seamless rib at neck
- Taped shoulder-to-shoulder
- Double-needle stitching throughout
- Tear-away label
- Quarter-turned to eliminate center crease
- 7/8" collar
- Classic fit
Shipping & Returns
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- USPS Blank Apparel Shipping (2-4 Business Days): $4.99
- UPS Ground (1-2 Business Days): $8.99
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Fill out the Blank Apparel Return Form within 30 days of the order date to be eligible for a refund or return.
Note: All blank orders shipped outside of the continental US are not eligible for return, exchange, or refund.
Decoration Method Compatibility
How this blank performs across popular decoration methods.
| Method | Compatible | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sublimation | ✓ | Standout method. Fine microfiber surface holds sharper sublimation detail than coarse poly. Best on white and light colorways for photographic and all-over prints. |
| DTF Transfer | ✓ | Primary across full color card. Smooth microfiber gives clean bond surface. Works on all colorways. |
| Screen Print | ✓ | Poly-blocking underbase on colored grounds. Lower cure temperature to prevent dye migration. Bold artwork recommended. |
| Vinyl/HTV | ✓ | Standard HTV at polyester-safe temperature. Names, numbers, event graphics. |
| Embroidery | ✗ | Lightweight 3.5 oz microfiber too thin for embroidery. Puckers under stitch tension. |
| DTG (Direct to Garment) | ✗ | 100% polyester does not accept DTG pretreat. Not suitable. |
| Discharge Printing | ✗ | No cotton dye to strip. Not applicable to polyester. |
Performance Short Sleeve Tee Comparison
| Spec | Paragon SM0200 Performance SS | Paragon SM0210 Performance LS | Sport-Tek ST340 PosiCharge RacerMesh |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting At | $7.97 | $10.04 | $8.39 |
| Weight | 3.5 oz | 3.5 oz | 3.8 oz |
| Yarn / Fabric | 100% microfiber performance polyester | 100% microfiber performance polyester | 100% polyester flat back mesh |
| Fit | Unisex (XS-4XL) | Unisex (XS-4XL) | Unisex (XS-4XL) |
| Construction | UPF 50+, microfiber, antimicrobial, wrinkle-resistant | UPF 50+, microfiber, antimicrobial, long sleeve | PosiCharge color-lock, RacerMesh breathability |
| Best For | UPF 50+ microfiber SS with sharpest sublimation surface | Long sleeve counterpart for matched outdoor programs | Mesh breathability with color-lock for team programs |
Fabric Blend by Color Group
Not all colorways share the same fabric composition. Check the blend before ordering for decoration jobs where substrate matters.
| Color Group | Blend | Print Consideration |
|---|---|---|
| Standard colors | 100% microfiber performance polyester, 3.5 oz | Uniform blend across standard colors. Sublimation on white/light. DTF primary on darks. Poly-block underbase for screen print. |
| Heather Grey | 100% microfiber performance polyester, 4.7 oz | Heavier weight than standard colors. Heathered yarn adds visual texture. DTF and screen print read cleanly. Sublimation not ideal on heathered ground. |
