In brief
Appliance panels may need color, legends, texture and illuminated windows. Select processes from the finished stack rather than from a single visual sample.
Screen printing can create graphics, masking, windows and selected functional layers when inks match PC, PET, acrylic or other panel materials
Screen printing can create graphics, masking, windows and selected functional layers when inks match PC, PET, acrylic or other panel materials. LICHAO lists PET and acrylic for its sheet printer. Production needs appearance, registration and adhesion trials.
UV texture transfer replicates silk, CD or leather-like patterns using a mold and curable resin
UV texture transfer replicates silk, CD or leather-like patterns using a mold and curable resin. LICHAO offers roll and sheet models. It does not automatically replace every color printing step; the graphic and texture layers need coordinated design.
Heat transfer leaves the foil's graphic layer on the finished surface after heated pressing
Heat transfer leaves the foil's graphic layer on the finished surface after heated pressing. Nissha lists roll and plate methods for flat and selected curved parts. Distinguish manufacture of the transfer film from the equipment applying it.
Compare target appearance, texture depth, light transmission, abrasion, chemical resistance, edge coverage, volume and cost on one sheet
Compare target appearance, texture depth, light transmission, abrasion, chemical resistance, edge coverage, volume and cost on one sheet. If film forming or in-mold decoration is involved, Covestro's process guidance helps frame the complete route.
How do we start a trial?
Provide substrate, controlled artwork, material data, process flow and acceptance criteria. Use representative samples to confirm configuration and process window.
References and fact sources
Original process guidance. Verify equipment fit and performance with customer samples.
Mr. Yang can discuss a trial plan from your film, drawing and acceptance requirements.
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