In card printing, choosing the right type of ink is critical to ensuring print quality and durability. Here are some common ink types:
Offset printing ink
Offset printing ink is an ink specifically designed for offset printing technology and is widely used in commercial printing, PVC cards, books, magazines, packaging and more. Offset ink provides clear, detailed images and text suitable for high-resolution printing requirements. Offset ink tends to dry faster, improving production efficiency. This type of ink generally has good rub resistance and light fastness, making it suitable for long-term storage of prints.
Screen printing ink
Screen printing ink is an ink specifically designed for screen printing technology and is widely used to print on a variety of materials including paper, plastic, metal and fabric. Screen printing inks are usually thicker and form a strong coating on the surface of the material, providing good abrasion resistance. The ink has high colour saturation and can achieve bright print effects, suitable for large area colour applications. Suitable for high volume production of membership cards, gift cards, etc.
Thermal transfer ribbon
Thermal transfer ribbon is a consumable for thermal transfer printers and is widely used in card printing, label printing and other applications where high quality images are required. Different types of ribbons, including wax-based, resin-based and hybrid-based, are available to suit different printing requirements and materials. When resin-based ribbons are used, the printed images usually have good abrasion and water resistance, making them suitable for long-term card use. Suitable for personalised membership and ID card printing.
Inkjet printing ink
Inkjet ink is an ink designed specifically for inkjet printers and is widely used for a variety of printing needs, including cards, photos and documents. Inkjet inks offer rich colours and high saturation, suitable for printing complex patterns and photos. Many inkjet inks have fast drying properties, reducing the risk of blurring after printing. Suitable for small volume personalised printing.
UV curing ink
UV curing ink is an ink that is cured by an ultraviolet light source and is widely used in various printing technologies, especially where high durability and high quality output are required. UV ink cures quickly under ultraviolet radiation and requires almost no drying time, improving production efficiency. Suitable for high-end membership cards, gift cards, ID cards, etc.
Invisible UV ink
Invisible UV ink is a special type of ink that is only visible under an ultraviolet light source and is commonly used for security printing and anti-counterfeiting applications. Often used for ID cards, passports and other important documents.
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