Hotronix® 360 IQ® Hat Heat Press – 360° Automatic Cap Press for Patches, DTF & HTV
Hotronix
The Hotronix® 360 IQ® is the new standard in cap presses — its 360° print area lets you press the front, back and sides of a cap without removing or repositioning it. A patented one-size-fits-all Dual Silicone Platen™ and independently heated upper & lower platens handle any cap style plus patches, leather and 3D embroidery. Made in the USA.
$2,050.00
Description
Print all the way around a cap without ever taking it off the press. The 360 IQ’s patented Dual Silicone Platen™ molds to any cap — structured, unstructured, trucker, low-profile — eliminating creasing and scorching, while an independently heated lower platen bonds patches, leather and 3D embroidery from underneath. IQ touchscreen controls and cloud tracking keep production dialed in.
Why Shops Choose the 360 IQ Hat Press
True 360° Printing
Press the front, back and sides of a cap without removing or repositioning it — a single setup covers the whole cap.
One-Size-Fits-All Platen
The patented molded Dual Silicone Platen™ transitions between cap sizes and styles with no platen changes, eliminating the crease older platens left behind.
Independently Heated Upper & Lower
Control top and bottom heat separately; the heated lower platen bonds patches, emblems, leather and 3D embroidery from underneath.
Auto-Open, One-Hand Operation
Opens automatically to prevent over-application, with one-hand operation and a wide, heat-free workspace for easy loading.
IQ Technology
An IQ touchscreen with programmable presets plus IQ Portal cloud tracking let you manage jobs and monitor productivity.
Three Foam Pads Included
Three different-thickness foam cover pads tune pressure for FlexStyle, leather patches and dimensional graphics.
What You Get
See It In Action
The Technology Inside
No Creasing, No Scorching
The elliptical Dual Silicone Platen™ adapts to the logo’s thickness and shape for equal pressure over the entire cap — no lines, marks or scorching.
Premium & Dimensional Graphics
Bottom heat is crucial for FlexStyle, leather patches and 3D embroidery — the heated lower platen makes these easy with professional results.
Made & Supported in the USA
Built by Stahls’/Hotronix in Pennsylvania with U.S.-based tech support and IQ cloud tools.
What You Can Press
Any Cap Style
Structured, unstructured, trucker, 5- and 6-panel, fitted and low-profile — one platen, no changes.
Patches, Leather & 3D
Heated lower platen bonds emblems, leather patches and 3D/dimensional embroidery from underneath.
High-Volume Headwear
360° coverage and IQ tracking make it a production tool for serious cap decorators.
360 IQ vs. Auto Cap
| Feature | 360 IQ | Auto Cap |
|---|---|---|
| Print coverage | 360° — front, back & sides | Front panel |
| Platen | One-size molded Dual Silicone™ | Quick-Change + optional cap platens |
| Lower heat | Heated lower platen | — |
| Controls | IQ touchscreen + cloud | Digital time/temp/pressure |
| Best for | High-volume & dimensional work | Front-panel value pressing |
Why Buy Your Stahls’ / Hotronix from River City Supply
✔ Authorized Stahls’ / Hotronix Dealer
A genuine Hotronix press shipped factory-direct from Stahls’/Hotronix — not a gray-market or refurbished unit.
💰 Same Price as Buying Direct
You get authorized-dealer pricing with the support of a real supplier behind it — no premium for ordering through us.
🌟 Serving Printers Since 2008
17+ years outfitting print shops. You talk to people who actually run this gear — not a call center.
💬 We Help You Choose
Not sure which press or platen size fits your work? Message us on Tidio, email, or call (512) 454-0505.
🏭 Factory Warranty & Support, Direct
Warranty and tech support are handled directly by Stahls’/Hotronix, the manufacturer — backed by their Blue Ribbon lifetime tech support.
📦 Complete Decorating Ecosystem
Presses, transfers, vinyl, inks and supplies on one invoice — everything your shop needs from one supplier.
Equipment Financing Available
Spread the cost of your press through our financing partner. Section 179 tax advantages may apply on qualifying equipment — consult your tax advisor. Fast approvals, low monthly payments.
Ships Directly from Stahls’
This press ships directly from Stahls’ / Hotronix. River City Supply does not stock these in our San Antonio warehouse. They are typically in stock and ready to ship. If you need it quickly, message us on Tidio or call (512) 454-0505 to verify the current lead time before ordering. Once an order is placed and has shipped, it cannot be canceled.
Support & Service by Stahls’
All warranty, technical support and service for this press are handled directly by Stahls’ / Hotronix, the manufacturer — not by River City Supply. lifetime on the heating element, 5-year framework, 2-year circuit board, and 1-year parts & labor — plus Blue Ribbon lifetime tech support.
To reach Stahls’ directly with any product issue, warranty claim or service request: (800) 727-8520 (press 1) · [email protected]
For sales, pricing or order questions, you can reach River City Supply at (512) 454-0505 or our contact page.
Please Note Before Ordering
Heat-press sales are final and non-returnable — please confirm the press fits your work before ordering. Made in the U.S.A.
Related Products & Resources
Decorate Caps, All the Way Around
Order the 360 IQ today, or message us for help building a high-volume headwear line.
Technical Specifications
| Hotronix® 360 IQ® Hat Heat Press — Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Press type | 360° automatic cap / hat heat press |
| Print area | 360° — front, back & sides; ~5.5″W (max 5.75″) × 2.25″H (max 2.5″); opening 6″×5″ |
| Platen | Patented one-size-fits-all molded Dual Silicone Platen™ |
| Platens / heat | Independently controlled heated upper & lower platens; 3 foam pads included |
| Controls | IQ touchscreen; digital time/temp/pressure; programmable presets; IQ Portal cloud tracking |
| Heater | Cast-in tubular heating; powder-coated finish |
| Temperature range | Up to 420°F (°F or °C) |
| Weight / ship dims | 44 lb (50 lb shipping); ship 26″×15″×24″ |
| Approvals | UL/ULC / CE |
| Origin | Made in the U.S.A. |
| Warranty (via Hotronix) | Lifetime heating element, 5-year framework, 2-year circuit board, 1-year parts & labor; U.S.-based tech support |
| Ships from | Direct from Stahls’/Hotronix — typically 1–2 business days |
Technical Sheets / Safety Data Sheets / Documents
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The molded platen lets you press the front, back and sides of a cap without removing or repositioning it — you set the cap once and decorate all the way around.
No — the patented one-size-fits-all Dual Silicone Platen™ adapts to structured, unstructured, trucker, low-profile and other styles without platen changes, and eliminates creasing.
It bonds patches, emblems, leather and 3D/dimensional embroidery from underneath — premium cap graphics that need bottom heat for clean adhesion.
An IQ touchscreen with programmable presets plus IQ Portal cloud tracking, so you can dial in jobs and monitor productivity across your shop.
Handled directly by Stahls’/Hotronix, the manufacturer: lifetime heating element, 5-year framework, 2-year circuit board and 1-year parts & labor — with U.S.-based lifetime tech support.
It drop-ships directly from Stahls’/Hotronix — typically within 1–2 business days.
Heat-press sales are final and non-returnable, so please confirm it fits your work before ordering.
Yes — equipment financing is available through our financing partner, and Section 179 tax advantages may apply. See financing options ›
Questions about the 360 IQ Hat Press? We’re happy to help.
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