Buffalo Clear Waterproof Inkjet Transparency Film for Screen Printing | Film Positives | Rolls & Sheets
$27.08–$125.00
- WATERPROOF COATING: Locks in heavy pigment and dye ink loads for dense, UV-blocking film positives that won’t smear, bleed, or wash off during screen exposure.
- DENSE BLACKOUT D-MAX DENSITY: Produces the deep, opaque blacks required to burn clean silk screen stencils with sharp halftones, fine lines, and zero pinholes.
- CRYSTAL-CLEAR POLYESTER BASE: Ultra-transparent clear film lets only your ink block UV light, delivering razor-sharp edges and true-to-art detail every time.
- UNIVERSAL INKJET COMPATIBILITY: Works with Epson SureColor, Stylus Pro, Canon imagePROGRAF, and HP DesignJet printers using pigment or dye inks.
- 12 SIZES FOR EVERY SHOP: 100ft transparency rolls on a 2-inch core in 8 widths (13in to 60in) plus 100-sheet packs in 4 cut sizes (8.5in x 11in to 17in x 22in).
Buffalo Clear Waterproof Inkjet Transparency Film — Built for Screen Printing Film Positives
Engineered for screen printers, pad printers, and alt-process photographers who demand film positives with true blackout density. This clear waterproof inkjet film features a specialized microporous top coating that grabs pigment and dye inks instantly, producing the deep, UV-opaque blacks required to burn clean, sharp silk screen stencils — no pinholes, no fuzzy halftones, no wasted screens.
Whether you’re outputting spot color graphics on a desktop Epson, running high-resolution halftone film on a wide-format screen printing transparency printer, or separating color channels for a six-color tee job, this inkjet transparency film delivers consistent, repeatable film positives every time.
Why Screen Printers Choose This Clear Film
- From Buffalo Imaging — Supplied by Buffalo Imaging, serving professional print shops since 1989.
- Dense, UV-blocking blacks — maximum ink absorption for the D-Max density you need to fully block light during screen exposure and produce flawless silk screen stencils.
- Waterproof microporous coating — the clear inkjet film accepts pigment or dye inks without smearing, beading, or bleeding. Dries instantly.
- Crystal clear polyester base — true transparency means only your ink blocks the UV, giving razor-sharp edges on fine lines, small text, and detailed halftone film positives.
- Dimensionally stable — polyester transparency film resists curling and shrinking, even under heavy ink loads from high-density RIP profiles.
- Versatile format range — 100ft rolls from 13in up to 60in wide for any film output printer, plus 100-sheet transparency sheet packs for desktop inkjets.
- Universal compatibility — this screen printing transparency film works with Epson SureColor, Stylus Pro, XP and WorkForce, Canon imagePROGRAF and PIXMA, and HP DesignJet inkjet printers.
Ideal For
- Screen printing film positives (T-shirt shops, apparel decorators, garment printers)
- Silk screen stencil creation and photo emulsion exposure
- Halftone film and spot-color separations
- Pad printing cliché output
- Offset prepress negatives and positives
- Alternative photographic processes (cyanotype, platinum/palladium, gum bichromate)
- PCB photo-resist imaging
- Overhead projector transparencies for presentations and classrooms
Available Sizes & SKUs
Transparency Rolls — 2-inch core, 100ft length
| SKU | Size |
|---|---|
| 4-P-60CF | 60in x 100ft Roll |
| 4-P-44CF | 44in x 100ft Roll |
| 4-P-42CF | 42in x 100ft Roll |
| 4-P-36CF | 36in x 100ft Roll |
| 4-P-24CF | 24in x 100ft Roll |
| 4-P-17CF | 17in x 100ft Roll |
| 4-P-14CF | 14in x 100ft Roll |
| 4-P-13CF | 13in x 100ft Roll |
Transparency Sheets — 100 sheets per pack
| SKU | Size |
|---|---|
| 4-P-17X22CF | 17in x 22in Sheets |
| 4-P-13X19CF | 13in x 19in Sheets |
| 4-P-11X17CF | 11in x 17in Sheets |
| 4-P-8.5X11CF | 8.5in x 11in Sheets |
Inkjet Printer Compatibility
This waterproof clear film works with virtually every pigment-based or dye-based inkjet printer used for film positive output, including Epson SureColor (P-series, T-series, F-series in film mode), Epson Stylus Pro, Epson XP and WorkForce desktops, Canon imagePROGRAF PRO, Canon PIXMA, and HP DesignJet. For the darkest, most opaque film positives, pair the transparency film with a dedicated film RIP and pigment black ink.
Tips for Best Results with Clear Film
- Print on the coated (matte/receptive) side — it’s slightly rougher to the touch. Printing on the wrong side causes the inkjet film to smear.
- Use the highest quality / photo black setting in your driver or RIP to lay down maximum ink density.
- Allow a few seconds to dry before stacking, even though it’s a quick-dry waterproof transparency film.
- Store flat, away from direct sunlight, in the original packaging to prevent dust and humidity from affecting the clear film coating.
What’s the difference between clear film and vellum for screen printing?
Clear waterproof inkjet film is the professional choice for detailed halftones, fine line work, and high-resolution film positives because it allows maximum UV transmission through non-printed areas. Vellum is a budget alternative for simple spot-color jobs but lacks the transparency needed for crisp, high-detail silk screen work.
Is this clear film waterproof?
Yes. The microporous top coating makes this transparency film fully waterproof once dry, so ink won’t smear or wash off during screen exposure, washout, or handling.
Can I use this clear film for DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing?
No. DTF transfers require a specifically coated PET film designed for DTF inks and powder adhesive. This product is a clear inkjet transparency film for screen printing film positives. For DTF supplies, see our DTF Paper category.
Will this transparency film work with dye inks or only pigment?
Both. The microporous coating accepts pigment and dye inks. That said, pigment black inks give noticeably denser, more UV-opaque film positives — which is what you want for clean silk screen stencil exposure.
Which roll size of screen printing film should I buy?
Both. The microporous coating accepts pigment and dye inks. That said, pigment black inks give noticeably denser, moreMatch the roll width to your printer’s maximum print width. 13in and 17in transparency rolls pair with 13in desktop inkjets, 24in / 36in / 44in rolls pair with wide-format SureColor and imagePROGRAF units, and 60in rolls are for the largest film output plotters. UV-opaque film positives — which is what you want for clean silk screen stencil exposure.
How many film positives do I get per transparency roll?
A 100ft roll yields roughly 60 to 100 letter-size film positives (8.5in x 11in) per roll depending on orientation and nesting — usually a much lower per-positive cost than buying cut transparency sheets.
What’s the difference between clear film and vellum for screen printing?
Clear waterproof inkjet film is the professional choice for detailed halftones, fine line work, and high-resolution film positives because it allows maximum UV transmission through non-printed areas. Vellum is a budget alternative for simple spot-color jobs but lacks the transparency needed for crisp, high-detail silk screen work.
| Size | 13in x 100ft Roll, 14in x 100ft Roll, 17in x 100ft Roll, 24in x 100ft Roll, 36in x 100ft Roll, 42in x 100ft Roll, 44in x 100ft Roll, 60in x 100ft Roll, 8.5in x 11in, 100 Sheets, 11in x 17in, 100 Sheets, 13in x 19in, 100 Sheets, 17in x 22in, 100 Sheets |
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Goood!
Muy buena calidad, quedé satisfecho.
No complaints. Everything worked as expected.
Highly recommend
The ink sticks well to the coated surface and produces a nice, opaque image. Exactly what I needed for screen printing.