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5.2 oz. 100% cotton. Preshrunk. Sizes S through 3XL. Multiple colors.
- 5.2 oz., 100% cotton
- Sport Grey is 90% cotton, 10% polyester
- Preshrunk to minimize shrinkage
- Seamless double-needle collar
- Taped neck and shoulders
- Double-needle sleeves and bottom hem
- Blank for printing
The Hanes 5280 Essential-T is the entry-level option in the Hanes cotton tee lineup — a straightforward 5.2-ounce 100% cotton blank built for programs where a reliable, printable tee at a budget price is the brief. It does not have the premium softness of a combed ring-spun blank or the extra weight of the Beefy-T, but it delivers consistent sizing, clean printability, and dependable quality across large runs at a price point that makes high-volume ordering practical.
Preshrunk construction keeps sizing consistent after the first wash. The seamless double-needle collar and taped neck and shoulders give it structure without adding cost, and the 100% cotton surface takes plastisol screen print ink cleanly across the full color range. For promotional programs, event tees, school orders, and any bulk application where cost per unit is the primary driver, the 5280 is a solid, no-frills choice.
For a step up in softness within the Hanes lineup, the Hanes 5170 EcoSmart 50/50 T-Shirt adds poly content for reduced shrinkage and a slightly different hand feel. For a heavier Hanes cotton tee, the Hanes 5186 Beefy-T Long Sleeve T-Shirt steps up to 6.1 ounces in a long-sleeve format.
FAQ
How does the Hanes 5280 compare to the Gildan G500?
Both are budget 100% cotton tees in a similar weight range — the 5280 at 5.2 oz. and the G500 at 5.3 oz. The G500 has a wider color range and broader availability. The 5280 is a solid alternative for programs that prefer Hanes or where the Gildan color range does not cover the needed options. Both perform similarly for screen printing.
Is the 5280 good for screen printing?
Yes. The 100% preshrunk cotton surface takes plastisol ink cleanly and produces consistent results across a full run. For high-volume budget screen print programs it is a reliable, practical blank.
What sizes are available?
Small through 5XL.
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Any order can be returned within 30 days of receipt. To be eligible for a return, your item must be: 1). unused, 2). unwashed, and 3).unaltered (it must be blank--no embroidery or printing, etc).
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