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.

✔ 360° print — front, back & sides
✔ One-size molded Dual Silicone Platen™
✔ Independently heated upper & lower
✔ Heated lower for patches & leather
✔ Auto-open, one-hand operation
✔ IQ touchscreen + cloud tracking
Ships direct from Stahls’/Hotronix. Made in the U.S.A. · U.S.-based tech support.

$2,050.00

Description

River City Supply · Authorized Dealer
Hotronix® 360 IQ® Hat Heat Press

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

Hotronix® 360 IQ® Hat Press
One-size-fits-all molded Dual Silicone Platen™
Three foam cover pads (different thicknesses)
IQ touchscreen controls with IQ Portal cloud tracking
Stahls’/Hotronix factory warranty & U.S.-based lifetime tech support

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

Feature360 IQAuto Cap
Print coverage360° — front, back & sidesFront panel
PlatenOne-size molded Dual Silicone™Quick-Change + optional cap platens
Lower heatHeated lower platen
ControlsIQ touchscreen + cloudDigital time/temp/pressure
Best forHigh-volume & dimensional workFront-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.

See financing options ›

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 type360° automatic cap / hat heat press
Print area360° — front, back & sides; ~5.5″W (max 5.75″) × 2.25″H (max 2.5″); opening 6″×5″
PlatenPatented one-size-fits-all molded Dual Silicone Platen™
Platens / heatIndependently controlled heated upper & lower platens; 3 foam pads included
ControlsIQ touchscreen; digital time/temp/pressure; programmable presets; IQ Portal cloud tracking
HeaterCast-in tubular heating; powder-coated finish
Temperature rangeUp to 420°F (°F or °C)
Weight / ship dims44 lb (50 lb shipping); ship 26″×15″×24″
ApprovalsUL/ULC / CE
OriginMade 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 fromDirect from Stahls’/Hotronix — typically 1–2 business days

Technical Sheets / Safety Data Sheets / Documents

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How does 360° printing work?

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.

Do I need to change platens for different caps?

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.

What is the heated lower platen for?

It bonds patches, emblems, leather and 3D/dimensional embroidery from underneath — premium cap graphics that need bottom heat for clean adhesion.

What is IQ technology?

An IQ touchscreen with programmable presets plus IQ Portal cloud tracking, so you can dial in jobs and monitor productivity across your shop.

How does the warranty and support work?

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.

Where does it ship from, and how fast?

It drop-ships directly from Stahls’/Hotronix — typically within 1–2 business days.

Can I return it?

Heat-press sales are final and non-returnable, so please confirm it fits your work before ordering.

Do you offer financing?

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.

Call (512) 454-0505

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