Plastic Printing Machine

Plastic Printing Machine

A plastic printing machine is a specialized device used in the printing industry to apply graphics, text, or other designs onto plastic surfaces.

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Our company covers an area of 35 acres. We have our own production workshop, metalworking workshop and assembly workshop, and have our own manufacturing capabilities for various products.

Our History

We focus on the field of embedded products, and we have independent product research and development, independent innovation, and we have independent intellectual property rights for all our products.

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We have a full set of embedded testing equipment, which is produced strictly in accordance with monitoring and 6S standards to ensure high-quality products are delivered.

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Handheld Inkjet printer,Inkjet Printer Cartridge,Inkjet Printer Accessories.

 

 

Handheld Date Coder

Handheld Date Coder

Including printing sharp Text, Serial Batch Numbers, Symbols, Qr codes, Barcodes, Pictures, Expiration date, Production Date, Counter etc,.Handheld date printer machine meets your various of printing and makes your printing jobs more easier.

Printing Onto Plastic

Printing Onto Plastic

Ink cartridge Capacity is 45ml,can print prints 3,00,000 characters at 5 inch height. 6 colors: Black,blue,red,white,invisible,green(come with black dry fast ink cartridge) dry time is seconds,don't worry the ink smear the of product.

Inkjet Coding Machine

Inkjet Coding Machine

We are a professional manufacturer specializing in the intelligent printers research and development. It definitely beats writing labels with a sharpie. Would recommend for any business owners that are looking for a cost saving and reliable labeling solution.

Print On Plastic

Print On Plastic

Handheld inkjet printer uses high-quality 42ml quick drying inks (Black), which are dry instantly, providing a crisp, high-quality, high adhesion mark.

Plastic Printing Machine

Plastic Printing Machine

Handheld inkjet printer uses high-quality 42ml quick drying inks (Black), which are dry instantly, providing a crisp, high-quality, high adhesion mark. Support 360° ominbearing printing.

Printing On Steel

Printing On Steel

Support continuously printout for variable barcode QR code and text.

Handheld Color Inkjet Printer

Handheld Color Inkjet Printer

Hand-held inkjet printer has three adjustable printing accuracy of 300DPI, 600DPI, 12.7mm printing height, and a maximum of 40mm printing distance.

Handheld Inkjet Printer Gun For Clothes

Handheld Inkjet Printer Gun For Clothes

2-12.7 mm.Supports multi line print with adjustable printing height.Freely layout design; Adjustable text font and size.

Industrial Handheld Inkjet Printer

Industrial Handheld Inkjet Printer

Handheld Inkjet Printer Gun supports 1 to 5 lines of printing, 2mm to 12.7mm print height; also supports image printing (JPG) format; expiry date and batch number printer.

 

What Is Plastic Printing Machine?

 

 

A plastic printing machine is a specialized device used in the printing industry to apply graphics, text, or other designs onto plastic surfaces. These machines are essential in various sectors, including packaging, signage, and product customization, where plastic substrates are common.

 

A Guide Selection For Plastic Printing Machine

 

Printing technology is crucial in the plastic and rubber industry for creating vibrant packaging. This article aims to introduce the most commonly used printing machines to global buyers, including rotogravure printing machines and flexographic printing machines. By providing descriptions, advantages, and features of these printing machines, you will understand how to select the printing equipment that suits your specific needs.

 

Flexographic Printing Machine: Flexographic printing machines are extensively used in the plastic and rubber industry. These machines utilize a flexible plate, known as a flexographic plate, for printing. The raised portions of the plate contain the images and text to be printed, and ink is transferred onto the printing material through these raised areas. Flexographic plates are typically made from elastic rubber or polymers and apply controlled pressure to achieve the transfer of ink.

 

Flexographic printing offers high-speed printing capability, strong adaptability, and suitability for various types of plastic and rubber materials. It allows for quick switching and adjustment of printing content while delivering high-quality images and text. It is suitable for printing on a wide range of materials, including paper, plastic, metal foils, textiles, especially for large-scale production of packaging materials, labels, and films.

 

Rotogravure Printing Machine: The rotogravure printing machine is another commonly used printing machine in the plastic and rubber industry. It operates based on the principle of intaglio printing. The recessed patterns on the engraved plate hold the ink, which is then smoothed out by a rubber doctor blade and transferred onto the printing material through a printing cylinder. It possesses highly precise printing capabilities and excellent color reproduction.

 

Digital Printing Machine: Digital printing machines are gaining popularity in the plastic and rubber industry for their high flexibility, capability for personalized printing, and fast time-to-market advantages. These machines directly receive and process images and content from digital files using computer control for printing. They utilize non-contact printing methods with toner, ink, or electronic induction ink.

 

Digital printing machines offer the advantage of customized printing without the need for additional costs and time to create printing plates. They are particularly suitable for small-batch and diverse printing products, allowing for quick response to market demand changes. Digital printers are ideal for printing personalized products, print samples, digital photo printing, stationery and printed materials, as well as labels and packaging. They can achieve high-resolution label printing and are capable of color printing and customization on various packaging materials. Most of the masks printed during the epidemic were actually produced using digital printing machines.

 

How to Choose the Right Machine for Plastic Printing
 

Although there are many different types of machines that can be used for plastic printing, not all of them are created equal. When choosing a machine for your business, it is important to consider its speed, precision, and durability.

Additionally, you will need to determine what type of printing process you will be using. The most common types of plastic printing processes are thermoforming, injection molding, and extrusion.

Each of these processes has its own unique set of requirements, so it is important to select a machine that is specifically designed for the type of printing you will be doing. With so many factors to consider, selecting the best machine for your business can be a daunting task.

However, by taking the time to do your research, you can be sure to find a machine that will meet your specific needs and help your business to run smoothly.

Plastic Printing Machine

 

Which Printer Can Print on Plastic Products?
 

Inkjet Printers
Standard Inkjet Printers: These are versatile, capable of producing high-detail, full-color images on plastics like PET and PVC. They work by spraying tiny ink droplets onto the surface, suitable for various resolutions and color complexities.

Handheld Inkjet Printers: These are a more flexible variant, perfect for on-the-go printing requirements. Handheld inkjet printers are ideal for printing on large or awkwardly shaped plastics where traditional printing methods are impractical. These portable printers are especially useful in logistics, for marking packaging, or in manufacturing settings for adding serial numbers or expiration dates directly onto products.

Laser Printers

Utilizing toner instead of ink, laser printers are excellent for smooth plastics such as PVC and PET. They offer precision, speed, and high-quality text and image reproduction.

Thermal Printers

Commonly used for labels and barcodes on plastic, thermal printers transfer the image via heat, which works well with plastics like HDPE and LDPE.

UV Printers

These printers use ultraviolet light to cure the ink, suitable for a wide range of plastics including challenging surfaces like acrylic and polycarbonate. UV prints are durable, high-quality, and resistant to fading.

Digital Printers

Ideal for detailed, custom designs, digital printers (either inkjet or toner-based) can handle almost any type of plastic, particularly useful for short runs and on-demand printing.

Flexographic Printers

Used for large-scale printing on plastic films, flexographic printing is suited for continuous patterns on materials like LDPE and HDPE, using flexible plates and fast-drying inks.

Pad Printers

This method is used for three-dimensional objects, effectively printing on irregular surfaces like toys and medical devices.

Screen Printers

Ideal for high-volume, durable prints, screen printing is commonly applied to items like plastic containers and promotional products.

 

Common methods to print on Plastic Printing Machine
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1. Digital InkJet printing
Digital InkJet printing is a process utilizing inkjet technology to print high-quality images onto plastic surfaces. This printing technology uses a digital file containing the image or text to be printed, which is processed by a printer that uses inkjet nozzles to deposit ink onto the plastic substrate.

 

2. Screen printing
Screen plastic printing is a printing process that involves transferring ink through a stencil or mesh screen onto a plastic substrate.

 

3. Flexo printing
Flexo printing is a direct printing process in which printing is carried out with flexible print forms (printing plates) made of photopolymer.
Prepress preparation: The printing plate is made by creating a relief image on a flexible material such as rubber or photopolymer.

Ink preparation: The ink used in flexo printing is specialized to adhere well to plastic substrates and is mixed with a solvent or water-based carrier to create a liquid ink that can be applied to the printing plate.

Flexo printing: The plastic substrate is fed through the flexo printing press, which consists of several printing stations. Each station has a printing plate cylinder, an ink fountain, and an impression cylinder. As the substrate passes through each station, ink is transferred from the plate cylinder to the substrate, creating the desired image or text.

Drying and finishing: The printed plastic substrate is passed through a drying chamber to evaporate the solvents from the ink. After drying, the substrate is cut to size and finished according to the requirements, such as laminating, embossing, or die cutting.

 

4. UV Litho printing
UV Lithography, also known as UV offset printing, is a digital printing method that uses ultraviolet light to cure or dry ink, coatings, adhesives, aluminum, foam, or acrylic.

 

5. Pad printing
Pad printing, also called tampography or tampo printing, is an indirect offset (gravure) printing process that transfers a two-dimensional image from a laser-engraved (etched) printing plate (also known as cliché) to a three-dimensional object using a silicon pad.

 

6. Laser printing
Laser printing of plastic, or plastic engraving, is a non-contact printing process during which components are labeled or marked with the aid of a laser.

Process of Laser printing

  • A computer-controlled laser printer is used for the printing process. The design or image to be printed is loaded onto the computer that controls the laser printer.
  • The plastic material is then placed on a flat surface, and the laser printer is set up and adjusted to the correct settings for the specific plastic material being used.
  • The laser printer uses a focused laser beam to selectively heat and melt the surface of the plastic material, creating the desired design or image.
  • The laser beam moves across the surface of the plastic material, tracing the design or image as it goes. This is controlled by the computer that is connected to the laser printer.
  • Once the printing is complete, the plastic material is allowed to cool, and any excess or loose material is removed.

 

7. Hot Stamping
Hot stamping or foil stamping is a printing method of relief printing in which pre-dried ink or foils are transferred to a surface at high temperatures. Here are the steps involved in the hot stamping printing process:

Die Engraving: The design is engraved onto a metal die, which will be used to transfer the design onto the foil and then onto the plastic material.

Foil Selection: The next step is to select the appropriate foil that will be used for the hot stamping process. Foils come in a variety of colors and finishes, including metallic, glossy, and holographic.

Surface Preparation: The plastic material is prepared for hot stamping by applying a heat-activated adhesive or coating onto the surface to be printed.

Foil Transfer: The foil is placed onto the surface of the plastic material and then pressed onto the foil and plastic material, transferring the design from the foil onto the plastic.

Die Removal and Cooling: Once the design has been transferred onto the plastic material, the hot die is removed. The plastic material is cooled down.

 

 
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Our Factory

 

Our company has completely independent R&D, management and sales channels, and also provides completely embedded products and overall solutions, technical support, and develops and produces new inkjet printers with high-quality.

 

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FAQ

 

Q: What type of printer uses plastic to print?

A: Plastic 3D Printing Processes
Stereolithography (SLA) 3D printers use a laser to cure thermosetting liquid resins into hardened plastic in a process called photopolymerization. Selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printers use a high-powered laser to fuse small particles of thermoplastic powder.

Q: Is there a printer that prints on plastic?

A: Inkjet Printers: Standard Inkjet Printers: These are versatile, capable of producing high-detail, full-color images on plastics like PET and PVC. They work by spraying tiny ink droplets onto the surface, suitable for various resolutions and color complexities.

Q: Can you print on plastic with a normal printer?

A: Yes, even a standard office laser printer can print onto certain plastics! Be very careful to ensure that the material is laser compatible though because the fuser unit inside a laser printer gets very hot and plastic sheets melting inside your printer can be disastrous!

Q: What ink is used for plastic printing?

A: The UV and LED curable inks are suitable for printing on rigid plastic, such as dairy containers, cups and most other decorative plastic and foam-based packaging. The system is formulated to offer high strength and superb flow for vibrant colors with excellent color consistency.

Q: How do plastic printers work?

A: An ID card printer works by feeding a blank plastic card under a thermal print head. The design is transferred onto the card's surface through the print head via a printer ribbon and then the completed card is released into the output tray.

Q: What is the cheapest way to print on plastic?

A: Screen printing can provide a durable and long-lasting print. It is often used for printing substrates because the specialized inks used for screen printing adhere well to the plastic surface. In the long term, screen printing is also a cost-efficient technique.

Q: How to put a logo on plastic?

A: Screen Printing: Screen printing can be used on rigid plastic objects that are flat or cylindrical. It is frequently used on plastic bottles and jars. In this process, images are transferred on the part by pressing ink through the image burned into a screen.

Q: What is digital printing on plastic?

A: The technology of digital printing on plastic components opens up a new era of product design and customization. This advanced technique makes it possible to add highly detailed, colorful designs to plastic surfaces – from simple logos and text to complex, photorealistic images.

Q: What are plastic printers called?

A: The three most established types of 3D printers for plastics parts are stereolithography (SLA), selective laser sintering (SLS), and fused deposition modeling (FDM).

Q: What is plastic print used for?

A: Printing on plastic is a crucial aspect of modern manufacturing and packaging. From plastic bottles and containers to labels and packaging, printing on plastic serves a variety of purposes. However, printing on plastic requires specialized techniques and expertise to ensure the best results.

Q: What printing technology is used for the typical plastic printers widely available today?

A: Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)
The most common type of plastic 3D printing technology is Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) or Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF).

Q: What is digital printing on plastic?

A: The technology of digital printing on plastic components opens up a new era of product design and customization. This advanced technique makes it possible to add highly detailed, colorful designs to plastic surfaces – from simple logos and text to complex, photorealistic images.

Q: Can an inkjet printer print on plastic?

A: For decades, continuous inkjet printers (CIJ) have been considered the go-to option for industrial plastic printing. Not only are these printers able to use plastic-compatible ink formulas but their internal ink circulation mechanics also allow them to perform high-speed coding for up to 24 hours a day.

Q: Can a normal printer print on plastic cards?

A: To print plastic ID cards, you must use a dedicated printer that is designed for printing onto PVC or other specialised materials. These printers are made by a range of manufacturers, including Evolis, Magicard, Zebra, IDP, Datacard and Matica, and offer a range of capabilities.

Q: Can a UV printer print on plastic?

A: Stunning, high quality, full color graphics can be achieved on plastic easily with a UV flatbed printer or digital cylindrical printer.

Q: Can a sublimation printer print on plastic?

A: The process behind it is relatively simple, and works best used with white 100% polyester garments or polymer-coated substrates that are light in color. However, many people ask if dye sublimation printing can be done on plastic items. The short answer is "yes."

Q: Can my printer print on clear plastic?

A: Yes, you can print transparencies on most regular printers, whether they are inkjet or laser printers. However, it's important to ensure that your printer supports the printing on transparency film.

Q: What type of printer uses plastic to print?

A: Flexo printing uses flexible photopolymer printing plates. It involves prepress preparation, ink preparation, and a multi-station printing process.

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