Spirit long format thermal transfer sheets are the stencil paper on which you reproduce the outline of a design before tattooing it. The 37 x 21.5 cm format and the box of 100 pieces are designed for artists and studios that frequently work with large designs — sleeves, back pieces, panels — where a standard A4 sheet is not enough. They work in two ways: with a thermal stencil printer or manually, by tracing.
Which printers do Spirit sheets work with?▾
They are compatible with thermal stencil printers — for example, the industry-standard Brother PocketJet series. In the driver, set the paper size to "custom" (approximately 215 x 370 mm for the long format) and feed the sheet manually, oriented with the thermal layer facing the print head.
When should I choose the long format 37 x 21.5 cm over A4?▾
Choose the long format for large designs that exceed A4 on at least one side — full sleeves, back pieces, side panels — to avoid joining multiple sheets. For small and medium pieces, an A4 sheet remains a more suitable and economical choice.
Can I use the sheets without a printer, manually?▾
Yes, they are designed for both modes. For manual tracing, place the original drawing under the sheet and trace firmly over the outline; the pressure transfers the pigment from the carbon sheet onto the top tracing sheet, just like the thermal method.
How many sheets are in the box and what size are they?▾
A pack contains 100 sheets in the long format 37 x 21.5 cm. The displayed price is for an entire box (one pack), not for a single sheet.
How do I store the sheets to make them last?▾
Store the pack horizontally, in a cool and dry place, away from direct light, humidity, and pressure. Do not place heavy objects on top and seal the packaging well after opening to protect the pigment.
What is the structure of the sheet?▾
Each sheet has four layers: the top tracing sheet, on which the transferred image appears; a protective sheet in the middle; the carbon backing sheet, which transfers the pigment onto the top sheet; and a yellow sheet, which holds the original in place when working with a copier. The violet, wax-based pigment offers high visibility on the skin.