Pad printing

Pad printing – small format, big possibilities. Some surfaces can surprise with their shape – curved or hard to reach. Where other techniques fail, pad printing works perfectly. Precise and fast, it’s ideal for marking small items: pens, keyrings, buttons or USB sticks. It handles plastic and metal with ease, and its strength lies in accuracy – fine lines and tiny typography? No problem.

ADVANTAGES

Versatility

Pad printing stands out for its remarkable versatility – thanks to a variety of pads, it allows marking even unusual surfaces. Whether you’re printing on plastic, metal, wood, or glass – pad printing handles it perfectly. It’s a technique that works across a wide range of products, from small accessories to larger items such as mugs or notebooks.

precision

Pad printing is perfect when you need precise print execution. Using a silicone pad, it enables clear and accurate application of details, even on small surfaces. The efficiency of this technique makes it ideal for printing small elements such as logos, serial numbers, or tiny graphics – always maintaining high quality and readability.

speed

Pad printing is a technique that enables large runs to be completed in a short time. This makes it ideal for high-volume orders where fast delivery is crucial. Regardless of production size, pad printing technology ensures high efficiency and reliability, which is why it is highly valued in the promotional industry.

profitability

Pad printing is a marking technique that is particularly cost-effective for larger runs. Thanks to its efficiency in handling big orders, it allows for a low unit price, making it an ideal choice for advertising agencies that need to brand a large number of products. For smaller orders, however, the cost of preparing plates may make alternative techniques more advantageous.

Pantone colors

Pad printing uses Pantone-based inks, allowing for precise color reproduction. This ensures that your logo colors remain consistent with your brand image, regardless of the number of prints produced.

limitations

Although pad printing has many advantages, it’s important to remember that it also has certain limitations. Prints made with this technique are not resistant to high temperatures or dishwasher use, which should be considered when choosing products for marking. Additionally, pad printing allows for applying up to 5 colors, each laid down separately, which makes it less suitable for more complex, multicolor graphics.

MARKING GROUPS

T1 (pad printing) T1USB (pad printing USB 1 position 1 color) T1USB2 (pad printing USB 1 position 2 colors) T2 (pad printing) T2USB (pad printing USB 2 positions 1 color) T2USB2 (pad printing USB 2 positions 2 colors) T3 (pad printing) T4 (pad printing)