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What are the differences between digital and offset printing? That's a terrific question, and you really ought to know the answer. It would be difficult to live and work in a world where they didn't both exist. Each of them is indispensable.
Basically, digital printing is done by either the ink-jet or the laser method. Images flow directly from a computer to the attached printer in the form of files called PDFs, or Portable Document Format, and other sources.
No printing plate is needed as in the offset method, saving time and money. And, using PDFs really speeds up the duplication process all around. Even as few as one sheet can be easily made.
Some people still don't like the fact the digital printing methods aren't as clear as the traditional way of offset duplication. You can be assured that computer-savvy technicians are working around the clock to find a better way for them to be more legible.
What are the basic differences between offset and digital printing?
1. Offset is the way it's always been done. Ink, plates and rollers are used with a press and wet ink is actually "laid" on top of each piece of paper.
2. Digital printing - This is where it gets technical. It's really very different. DP does not use wet ink. A dry, powdery toner and some oil are heated inside the printer to make the images on the paper.
Advantages of Using Offset Printing
Better quality - Hands down, no contest.
Lower cost - For larger amounts, again no contest.
The biggest disadvantage off the offset method is the time it takes to have your job done.
Basically, digital printing is done by either the ink-jet or the laser method. Images flow directly from a computer to the attached printer in the form of files called PDFs, or Portable Document Format, and other sources.
No printing plate is needed as in the offset method, saving time and money. And, using PDFs really speeds up the duplication process all around. Even as few as one sheet can be easily made.
Some people still don't like the fact the digital printing methods aren't as clear as the traditional way of offset duplication. You can be assured that computer-savvy technicians are working around the clock to find a better way for them to be more legible.
What are the basic differences between offset and digital printing?
1. Offset is the way it's always been done. Ink, plates and rollers are used with a press and wet ink is actually "laid" on top of each piece of paper.
2. Digital printing - This is where it gets technical. It's really very different. DP does not use wet ink. A dry, powdery toner and some oil are heated inside the printer to make the images on the paper.
Advantages of Using Offset Printing
Better quality - Hands down, no contest.
Lower cost - For larger amounts, again no contest.
The biggest disadvantage off the offset method is the time it takes to have your job done.
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