What Are the Application Differences of Laser Engraving Technology in Surface Pattern Engraving of Cups? (Compared to Traditional Printing Processes)

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With the global market's increasing recognition and preference for laser engraving technology on cup surfaces, more and more cup products now feature laser-engraved patterns. However, cups come in various materials—stainless steel, http://www.zhanyict.com/en/ProductsDetail-VB-10512.htmlpure titanium, plastic, glass, ceramics, and more—and the complexity of patterns and the difficulty of engraving vary. Many industry peers and clients, including us, still lack a deep understanding of how to choose the right laser engraving equipment to achieve the best results.

Today, based on our factory's extensive experience with different laser engraving machines, we will provide a detailed analysis of the application differences of laser engraving technology in cup surface pattern engraving. http://www.zhanyict.com/en/ProductsDetail-VB-10512.htmlWe’ll also explore the advantages and disadvantages of various laser engraving equipment. Due to the depth of the topic, we’ll break this down into multiple articles for easier reading.

II. Laser Engraving vs. Traditional Printing Processes

Laser engraving process: Durability: permanent, wear/high temperature resistance;

Environmental protection: http://www.zhanyict.com/en/ProductsDetail-VB-10512.htmlno consumables, zero VOC emissions;

Flexibility: supports any pattern, can be modified dynamically;

Cost: high equipment investment, marginal cost tends to zero;

Silk screen/pad printing: Durability: easy to fade, scratch and fall off;

Environmental protection: ink contains solvents and requires post-processing;

Flexibility: high plate making cost, http://www.zhanyict.com/en/ProductsDetail-VB-10512.htmllong revision cycle;

Cost: low cost for small batches, expensive for large batches;

Thermal transfer: Durability: medium durability, easy to bubble at high temperature;

Environmental protection: transfer film produces wastehttp://www.zhanyict.com/en/ProductsDetail-VB-10512.html;

Flexibility: suitable for fixed batch patterns;

Cost: medium batch has the best cost performance;

Industry Trend:

High-end vacuum cup brands are increasingly adopting a "laser engraving + partial printing" hybrid process. http://www.zhanyict.com/en/ProductsDetail-VB-10512.htmlFor example, using a fiber laser to engrave a base logo and then applying color UV printing for enhanced visual appeal.

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