Marking dates on plastic products, such as production or expiration dates, is standard practice in many industries. Choosing the right printing method depends on the type of plastic, production volume, and desired mark durability. This guide will introduce several common technologies and printer types and compare their functions, applications, advantages and disadvantages.
Printing Technology and Equipment Types
Continuous Inkjet Printer (CIJ)
How it works: CIJ printers use high-speed jets of ink droplets to form characters and numbers on plastic surfaces. After the ink droplets are charged, they are deflected by an electric field and precisely sprayed onto the plastic.
Applicable scenarios: Suitable for high-speed production lines, capable of printing on a variety of plastic surfaces, including smooth, curved or textured surfaces.
Advantages: Fast printing speed; adaptable to a variety of surfaces; easy information change.
Disadvantages: High consumables cost (including ink and solvent); requires regular maintenance to maintain optimal performance.
How it works: TIJ printers use heat to eject ink droplets from the ink cartridge onto the printing surface, similar to a home desktop printer.
Applicable scenarios: Suitable for applications that require high print quality and lower production, suitable for porous and non-porous surfaces.
Advantages: High-resolution printing; low maintenance cost; simple operation.
Disadvantages: Slow printing speed; high cost per print due to the use of ink cartridges.
How it works: Etches or marks directly on the plastic surface through a laser beam without direct contact with the material.
Applicable scenarios: Suitable for applications that require permanent, high-quality and precise marking, suitable for a variety of plastics.
Advantages: Long-lasting marking; fade-resistant and chemical-resistant
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