| Whatever business you're in, it's likely that you have | | | | head transfers the wax-based ink from the thermal ink |
| data stored on DVDs and CDs. After recording your | | | | ribbon onto the smooth top surface of the CD. |
| photos, files, music, videos, or records on DVDs, blank | | | | Afterwards, the disc can be treated with a specially |
| CDs and even blu-ray discs, you now have to move | | | | optimized top coating for thermal printing. Either way, |
| on to creating an informative and clear label for your | | | | you'll get a durable, coated disc label. It can withstand |
| media. | | | | modest handling, and can be resistant to sun and |
| Most people settle on using permanent markers or | | | | water for a long time. After numerous uses, though, |
| inkjet printers to label their CDs, but there can be | | | | you'll see the abrasive effects. |
| problems when using these. For one, permanent | | | | Direct thermal disc printing is commonly used when |
| markers are not very awesome to look at. As for | | | | backing up software copies, disc restoration, monthly |
| labels made with inkjet printers, they can become | | | | payroll and phone logs and even for bank statements. |
| messy when they make contact with water. | | | | It's ideal for copies that are used for one-time only. |
| Thankfully, there is another popular option: thermal disc | | | | The wax based ink used for direct thermal disc printing |
| printing. This is the most ideal solution for CDs and | | | | can complete print jobs at low costs. In the United |
| DVDs that need professional, durable and reliable | | | | States, for example, the cost of direct thermal printed |
| labels. Most businesses rely on this methods to ensure | | | | CDs are only 10 cents for every CD. Even so, there's |
| their CDs come out appealing and marketable. | | | | one basic drawback when using this method. The |
| Thermal disc printing can be divided into two: thermal | | | | vibrant and bright labels may not be achievable. Most |
| re-transfer disc printing and direct thermal printing. Both | | | | ribbons are mono-colored: for example, blank print is |
| process use pressure and heat to transfer the ink | | | | used on a white or silver disc. If you're okay with this, |
| from a ribbon, and onto the CD or DVD's surface. | | | | then direct thermal printing will be suitable for you. If not, |
| These two have very slight differences in terms of | | | | then you can settle for thermal re-transfer printing. |
| procedure, but their results have significant distinctions. | | | | If you prefer a minimalistic, low-cost solution to your |
| Direct thermal disc printing transfers the ink from the | | | | disc printing needs, then turn to direct thermal disc |
| ribbon onto the disc. With pressure and heat, the print | | | | printing. You'll end up with cool-looking CDs. |