Sublimated Volleyball Jersey | B2B OEM/ODM Manufacturer Technical Specification & Sourcing Page
Product Name: Custom Sublimated Volleyball Jersey.
Product Type: Team Sport Apparel / OEM Athletic Uniform.
Core Function: Performance-driven athletic wear utilizing permanent dye-sublimation printing for moisture management and team branding.
Primary Sourcing Purpose: Bulk custom manufacturing for team sports brands, equipment wholesalers, athletic clubs, and institutional tournaments.
Technical Specifications
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Specification Details & Sourcing Metrics |
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Fabric Options |
100% Cationic Polyester Micro-Mesh (140 GSM)100% Polyester Interlock (160 GSM / 180 GSM)Spandex-Blended Poly (88% Polyester, 12% Spandex for high-stretch compression fit) |
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Printing System |
Japanese Mimaki digital sublimation printers paired with Italian J-Teck eco-friendly, azo-free inks. |
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Seam Construction |
4-needle 6-thread flatlock stitching (Engineered to distribute structural tension and eliminate internal seam ridge friction). |
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Color Fastness |
Grade 4-5 against wet/dry rubbing and commercial laundering (tested per ISO 105-C10 and AATCC 61). |
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Moisture Management |
Capillary action wicking mechanism; standardized sweat evaporation rate under 3 seconds per AATCC 197 testing. |
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Dimensional Tolerance |
+/- 1.5 mm across standardized US/EU grading specifications (XS to 3XL). |
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Regulatory Compliance |
Raw yarn and textiles certified under OEKO-TEX Standard 100 and EU REACH compliance standards. |
Product Features
Permanent Molecular Dye Integration: Graphics, player names, and numbers are fused into the yarn fibers. (Inspection standard: cross-section analysis verifies zero surface hand-feel, retaining 100% of the base fabric's air permeability).
Abrasion-Resistant Knit Matrix: Interlock and micro-mesh fabric structures selected to resist fiber snagging during sudden floor slides and defensive dives.
Athletic Panel Architecture: Engineered raglan shoulder panels and side-body contouring designed to accommodate overhead arm extension during serving and spiking motions.
Friction-Reduction Seam Configuration: Flatlock stitch geometry distributes tensile stress evenly across high-load structural junctions.
Antimicrobial Treatment (Optional specification): Silver-ion or botanical antimicrobial finishing applied to inhibit odor-causing bacterial growth across multi-match tournament periods.
Customization Options
Vector Graphic Integration: Full-body digital sublimation patterns, multi-color gradients, and sponsor logo placement executed via vector asset mapping (AI, EPS, PDF inputs).
Collar Engineering: Low-profile heat-sealed flat collars, reinforced rib-knit crew necks, or ergonomic V-neck configurations built to resist collar deformation.
Sleeve Layouts: Sleeveless (competition standard), short-sleeve, or raglan cap sleeve cuts.
Private Label & Variable Data:
Woven size labels, heat-transferred care instructions, and optional exterior silicone/rubber brand patches.
Variable data printing for individual player rosters embedded directly into the digital layout files with zero extra setup fees for standard team sheets.
Manufacturing & Production Workflow
Production Facility: In-house manufacturing plant equipped with automated digital plotting lines, thermal calendar presses, and optical laser-cutting tables.
Step-by-Step Production Process:
Pre-press Color Management: Digital RIP processing paired with daily spectrophotometer calibration to match target Pantone Matching System (PMS) values.
Heat Transfer Sublimation: Transferring digital print layouts onto raw polyester rolls using industrial thermal calendars operating at 200°C to 210°C.
Optical CNC Cutting: Computer-guided optical recognition cutting tables ensuring strict dimensional tolerances (+/- 1.5 mm) and clean edge sealing.
Assembly & Stitching: Specialized multi-needle sportswear assembly lines operated by certified sewing technicians.
Finishing & Safety Screening: Thread trimming, metal detector scanning for broken needles, and piece-by-piece visual defect checks.
Quality Control & Testing Standards
On-Site Testing Laboratory: Dedicated technical station monitoring physical endurance and chemical properties before export packaging.
Key Inspection Checkpoints:
Color Matching Verification: Verification against client-approved physical reference swatches and digital targets under D65 artificial daylight cabinets.
Seam Tensile Strength Test: Structural pull testing on garment seams to verify breaking force thresholds.
Simulated Wash Stability: Pilot garment samples subjected to 20 consecutive industrial wash cycles at 40°C to verify shrinkage control and print stability.
Acceptance: CriteriInspected and shipped under strict AQL 2.5 quality control standards.
OEM & ODM Sourcing Support
OEM Execution: Production executed strictly according to client-supplied tech packs, grading specification sheets, and material bills of materials (BOM).
ODM Development: Access to our proprietary athletic pattern library, seasonal fabric swatch books, and standardized sportswear blue-prints.
Sampling Protocol:
• Digital 3D CAD mock-ups generated within 24 hours.
• Physical Pre-Production Sample (PPS) lead time: 5 to 7 working days upon design and material sign-off.
• Supply Chain Traceability: Full yarn mill test certificates and chemical test reports available for buyer factory audits.
Target Applications & Use Cases
Indoor Hardwood & Synthetic Courts: High-ventilation, sweat-wicking team uniforms engineered for indoor competitive volleyball leagues.
Beach Volleyball Tournaments: UV-resistant, lightweight, salt-water-tolerant jerseys formatted for open-air sand environments.
Club & Institutional Academies: High-durability teamwear packages built to withstand frequent institutional commercial laundering cycles.
FAQ
Q: What is the standard MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) for custom sublimated volleyball jerseys?
A: The standard MOQ is 50 pieces per design/colorway, supporting a fully flexible size breakdown. Sample programs and initial test runs are available upon request.
Q: How do you control color consistency on repeat bulk orders?
A: We archive all client ICC color profiles, machine calibration settings, and physical reference swatches. Every production lot is measured via spectrophotometer against your designated Pantone codes prior to fabric cutting.
Q: Can individual player names and numbers be printed without additional setup fees?
A: Yes. Variable data printing for player rosters is integrated directly into the digital layout file at no extra cost, provided data is submitted in a structured CSV or Excel template.
Q: What is the standard bulk production lead time?
A: Standard bulk manufacturing requires 15 to 25 working days following formal Pre-Production Sample (PPS) approval, depending on order volume and fabric availability.
Request a Quote
To receive a detailed commercial quotation including tiered volume pricing, freight estimates, and technical datasheets, please submit your project specifications:
Projected order volume and size distribution breakdown.
Preferred fabric GSM and material specification type.
Target delivery deadline and destination port/address.
Vector artwork or design concept files (if available).
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