CD printing is a feature used by large and small production houses to print information on a CD. It is a labeling technique that helps to identify compact discs. Compact disc printing is essentially a process used to print full color, high-resolution graphics onto a compact disc. CD printing is done with the help of an offset printer. A technique called silk-screen printing may be used. This method has only two colors and little or no tonal scaling. Offset printing is better suited to produce clear and small fonts.
There are specialized companies that undertake the work of compact disc printing. They usually require original artwork with specific guidelines. For an additional fee, graphic services can design the artwork for the customer. Once the artwork is submitted, plates are made using paper or aluminum. Aluminum is the preferred material, as it produces excellent results. It is costlier than paper plates. In printing, there are four basic colors that make up the innumerable colors in the final product. They are black, red, blue and yellow. Each color uses a separate plate. Paint is applied on the plates with the help of rollers and the plates transfer the ink onto a 'rubber blanket.' The rubber blanket transports ink to the disc in order to facilitate printing. The results are highly professional. In addition to the disc, CD printing services also provide a matching case wrap. This includes a standard CD case or a custom made case.
CD offset printing is not an easily available option for low disc quantities. CD printing can be used to commemorate any special occasion. Family pictures and movies can be put on to a CD and sent for printing. This makes for a a unique gift.