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IMPRINT GUIDE

IMPRINT GUIDE

Understanding the differences between imprint methods can be overwhelming, especially if printing jargon isn’t a part of your everyday vocabulary.

Are you wondering if your product would look better with a screen print or foil print?
How about embossed or with an epoxy dome?

Not even sure what all of that means?
You’ve come to the right place!

To take the pain out of decision making and to help you better understand the most common printing terms you might encounter while placing an order, we’ve put together a handy “imprint methods defined” guide to make your ordering process as easy as possible.

– PrintGlobal

Pad Printing

 

Pad printing is the process used to transfer ink from an etched printing plate onto any kind of surface using a silicone rubber pad. The main advantage of this method is it has the ability to print on any kind of irregular surface. It is more suited for small print areas rather than larger ones.

A block charge is applicable to produce the etched printing plate. The type of ink required differs according to the material (plastic/metal) you wish to print on.
  Plastic Pen Charges
Quantity Charge Per Colour Per Piece (RM) Block Charge Per Colour (RM) Packing OPP Bag Charges
≤ 300 min charge RM110 60 0.06
301-1,999 0.17 60 0.06
2,000-2,999 0.16 60 0.06
3,000-3,999 0.15 60 0.06
4,000-10,000 0.13 60 0.06
> 10,000 0.11 60 0.06

 

  Metal Pen Charges
Quantity Charge Per Colour Per Piece (RM) Block Charge Per Colour (RM) Packing OPP Bag Charges
< 300 min charge of RM120 60 –
301-1,999 0.22 60 –
2,000-2,999 0.21 60 –
3,000-3,999 0.20 60 –
4,000-10,000 0.19 60 0.06
> 10,000 0.16 60 0.06

 

Silkscreen Printing

Silkscreen printing uses a fine mesh stretched tightly onto a frame. A negative design is created on the screen and ink is pushed through with a squeegee, making direct contact on the object. This printing is suited for medium to large sized prints. One colour is considered one print.

A block charge is applicable to create a silkscreen.
  Standard Charges
Quantity Charge Per Colour Per Piece (RM) Block Charge Per Colour (RM)
< 100 min charge RM170 60
101-1,000 0.60 60
1,001-3,000 0.55 60
3,001-5,000 0.50 60
5,001-10,000 0.50 60
> 10,000 0.50 60

 

  Umbrella
Quantity Charge Per Colour Per Piece (RM) Block Charge Per Colour (RM)
≤ 100 min charge RM170 60
101-999 1.30 60
1,000-2,999 1.20 60
3,000-9,999 1.00 60
>10,000 1.00 60

 

  Folded Bag, Nylon Bag, Canvas Bag
Quantity Charge Per Colour Per Unit (RM) Block Charge Per Colour (RM)
< 100 min charge RM150 60
101-999 1.00 60
1,000-2,999 0.90 60
3,001-9,999 0.80 60
> 10,000 0.80 60

 

 

Roller Printing

A slight variation on silkscreen printing. However, a special attachment is used to roll the print onto curved/rounded surfaces.
  Roller Charges
Quantity Charge Per Colour Per Piece (RM) Block Charge Per Colour (RM) Horizontal Print Block Charge Per Colour (RM) Vertical Print
< 100 min charge RM150 60 60
101-999 1.00 60 60
1,000-2,999 0.90 60 60
> 3,000 0.80 60 60

 

 

UV Printing

Ultraviolet (UV) printing is the process of using UV inks instead of traditional inks. While traditional inks are solvent based and dried via evaporation, UV inks are cured with UV light. This method is suited for small prints with multiple colours.
  UV Charges
Print Size Quantity Price Per Piece (RM)
1x6cm <100 min charge RM150
101-2000 1.50
3x3cm <100 min charge RM330
101-2000 3.00
5x5cm <100 min charge RM460
101-2000 4.00

This table serves as a general guide only. Print price is subject to the size and number of colours on the logo.

Embroidery
Embroidery is a process where the logo/artwork is reproduced with direct stitching onto the product.
Tier 1 2 3 4
Size (cm) 3×3 – 5×5 3×3 – 5×5 3×3 – 5×5 3×3 – 5×5
Details Simple Text Fully embroidered With intricate details Multiple layering / colours
Example
<100pcs Base charge (RM) 65 80 160 190
Unit price (RM) 2.60 – 3.90 3.90 – 5.20 5.20 – 6.50 6.50 – 9.10

For quantities below 100 units, a base charge is applicable on top of the unit price.
Pricing in this table serves as a general guide only.
Print price is subject to your logo/artwork. Kindly contact us directly for the final pricing.

Silicone Print

Silicone printing uses a special ink formula that will adhere to silicone material. The temperature required for drying ranges between 120-150 °C. For printing on ready stock, silicone printing is limited to one solid colour. Multiple colour is possible if each solid colour is positioned at a different spot.
  Silicone Print
U.Price/colour Unit Price (RM) Block Charge (RM)
≤ 100 min charge RM150 60
101-499 1.30 60
> 500 1.20 60

 

 

Heat Transfer Printing

Heat-transfer printing uses heat to transfer pre-printed images on a wax based ink ribbon to an object. This method is well suited for larger prints with multiple colours.
  Bag charges
Price Per Piece (RM)
Size 1-50 pcs 51-999 pcs > 1,000pcs
A4 420 7.20 6.50
A5 330 5.20 4.60
< A5 260 4.60 4.30

 

  Umbrella charges
Size Price Per Piece (RM)
A4 18.80
A5 9.40

 

Laser Engraving

A focused laser beam is directed at a material, which then either melts, burns, vaporizes away, leaving an edge with a high-quality surface finish. The final finish look will be dependent on the base material of the object.

At Ideahouse, you’ll be able to enjoy exclusive pricing for laser services.

No block charge applicable for this type of printing.

Charges

Quantity <50 (min charge) 51-99 100 and above
Type A RM110 RM2.00 RM1.30
Type B RM130 RM2.40 RM2.00
Type C RM150 RM2.60 RM2.40

Type A: Metal Pen (except white) Key Holder, Name Card Holder
Type B: Metal Pen (white), KM75, Power Bank
Type C: Drinkware, PU Leather

Laser type of each product can be found under its product detail page.
L refers to Level according to the Preferred Agent Program

Sample charge: RM13/pc
Individual personalization: + RM2.60-RM5.20/pc
Rush Charge
<24 hours = x2
24 – 48 hours = x1.5

This serves as a guide only. Price is subject to logo size and product type. Kindly contact us for final pricing.

 

Debossing

Debossing is a process of creating an indentation on a surface with a metal plate, resulting in a depressed impression.
A block charge is applicable to create a metal plate for stamping.

This service is only available for PU22, PU18 notebooks and PU10 Travel Organizer.
  PU22 and PU18 Notebooks
Quantity Price Per Piece (RM) Block Charge (RM)
≤199 min charge RM130 130
>200 0.70 130

 

  PU10 Travel Organizer
Quantity Price Per Piece (RM) Block Charge (RM)
  3.5cm   7cm
≤100, min charge RM130
  3.30   6.50
130
>101
  3.30   6.50
130

 

Digital Foil Printing

Digital foil printing bonds metallic foil to card or paper with heat using a digital printer.
Unlike traditional hot stamping, a stamping die/block is not required. This printing can be done in gold or silver with a shimmery reflective effect.

Suitable for books with paper or PU leather cover.

Charges

Price/Unit 2.00

Min charge per order: RM40
Individual personalization: + RM3.50/pc
Sample Print: RM13/pc

This serves as a guide only. Price is subject to logo size and product type. Kindly contact us for final pricing.

 

Pad Printing

Pad printing is the process used to transfer ink from an etched printing plate onto any kind of surface using a silicone rubber pad. The main advantage of this method is it has the ability to print on any kind of irregular surface. It is more suited for small print areas rather than larger ones.

A block charge is applicable to produce the etched printing plate. The type of ink required differs according to the material (plastic/metal) you wish to print on.
  Plastic Pen Charges
Quantity Charge Per Colour Per Piece (RM) Block Charge Per Colour (RM) Packing OPP Bag Charges
≤ 300 min charge RM30 40 –
301-1,999 0.11 40 –
2,000-2,999 0.10 40 –
3,000-3,999 0.09 40 –
4,000-10,000 0.08 F.O.C. 0.02
> 10,000 0.06 F.O.C. 0.02

 

  Metal Pen Charges
Quantity Charge Per Colour Per Piece (RM) Block Charge Per Colour (RM) Packing OPP Bag Charges
< 300 min charge of RM45 40.00 –
301-1,999 0.16 40.00 –
2,000-2,999 0.15 40.00 –
3,000-3,999 0.14 40.00 –
4,000-10,000 0.13 F.O.C. 0.02
> 10,000 0.12 F.O.C. 0.02

 

Silkscreen Printing

Silkscreen printing uses a fine mesh stretched tightly onto a frame. A negative design is created on the screen and ink is pushed through with a squeegee, making direct contact on the object. This printing is suited for medium to large sized prints. One colour is considered one print.

A block charge is applicable to create a silkscreen.
  Standard Charges
Quantity Charge Per Colour Per Piece (RM) Block Charge Per Colour (RM)
< 100 min charge RM45 40
101-1,000 0.40 40
1,001-3,000 0.35 40
3,001-5,000 0.30 40
5,001-10,000 0.30 F.O.C.
> 10,000 0.25 F.O.C.

 

  Umbrella
Quantity Charge Per Colour Per Piece (RM) Block Charge Per Colour (RM)
≤ 100 min charge RM85 35
101-300 0.80 35
301-500 0.70 35
501-1,000 0.60 40.00
>1,001 0.50 F.O.C.

 

  Folded Bag
Quantity Charge Per Colour Per Unit (RM) Block Charge Per Colour (RM)
< 100 min charge RM60 45
101-300 0.65 45
301-1,999 0.60 45
2,000-4,999 0.55 F.O.C.
> 5,000 0.50 F.O.C.

 

 

Roller Printing

A slight variation on silkscreen printing. However, a special attachment is used to roll the print onto curved/rounded surfaces.
  Roller Charges
Quantity Charge Per Colour Per Piece (RM) Block Charge Per Colour (RM) Horizontal Print Block Charge Per Colour (RM) Vertical Print
< 100 min charge RM45 45 50
101-2,500 0.50 45 50
2,501-5,000 0.45 45 50
> 5,000 0.45 F.O.C. F.O.C.

 

 

UV Printing

Ultraviolet (UV) printing is the process of using UV inks instead of traditional inks. While traditional inks are solvent based and dried via evaporation, UV inks are cured with UV light. This method is suited for small prints with multiple colours.
  UV Charges
Print Size Quantity Price Per Piece (RM)
1x6cm <100 min charge RM100
101-2000 0.90
3x3cm <100 min charge RM180
101-2000 1.80
5x5cm <100 min charge RM250
101-2000 2.50

This table serves as a general guide only. Print price is subject to the size and number of colours on the logo.

Embroidery

Embroidery is a process where the logo/artwork is reproduced with direct stitching onto the product.
Tier 1 2 3 4
Size (cm) 3×3 – 5×5 3×3 – 5×5 3×3 – 5×5 3×3 – 5×5
Details Simple Text Fully embroidered With intricate details Multiple layering / colours
Example
<100pcs Base charge (RM) 35 60 120 120
Unit price (RM) 1.20 – 1.45 1.45 – 2.15 2.15 – 3.00 3.00 – 3.60

For quantities below 100 units, a base charge is applicable on top of the unit price.
Pricing in this table serves as a general guide only.
Print price is subject to your logo/artwork. Kindly contact us directly for the final pricing.

Silicone Print

Silicone printing uses a special ink formula that will adhere to silicone material. The temperature required for drying ranges between 120-150 °C. For printing on ready stock, silicone printing is limited to one solid colour. Multiple colour is possible if each solid colour is positioned at a different spot.
  Roller Charges
U.Price/colour Unit Price (RM) Block Charge (RM)
≤ 100 min charge RM110 40
101-499 1.00 40
> 500 0.85 40

 

 

Heat Transfer Printing

Heat-transfer printing uses heat to transfer pre-printed images on a wax based ink ribbon to an object. This method is well suited for larger prints with multiple colours.
  Bag charges
Price Per Piece (RM)
Size 0-40 pcs 41-999 pcs > 1000pcs
A4 240 4.70 3.50
A5 180.00 2.90 1.70
< A5 150.00 2.60 1.30

 

  Umbrella charges
Size Price Per Piece (RM)
A4 14.40
A5 7.20

 

Laser Engraving

A focused laser beam is directed at a material, which then either melts, burns, vaporizes away, leaving an edge with a high-quality surface finish. The final finish look will be dependent on the base material of the object.

At Ideahouse, you’ll be able to enjoy exclusive pricing for laser services.

No block charge applicable for this type of printing.
Charges

Quantity <50 (min charge) 51-99 100 and above
Type A RM80 RM1.50 RM1.00
Type B RM100 RM1.80 RM1.50
Type C RM110 RM2.00 RM1.80

Type A: Metal Pen (except white) Key Holder, Name Card Holder
Type B: Metal Pen (white), KM75, Power Bank
Type C: Drinkware, PU Leather

Laser type of each product can be found under its product detail page.
L refers to Level according to the Preferred Agent Program

Sample charge: RM10/pc
Individual personalization: + RM2.00-RM4.00/pc
Rush Charge
<24 hours = x2
24 – 48 hours = x1.5

This serves as a guide only. Price is subject to logo size and product type. Kindly contact us for final pricing.

 

Debossing

Debossing is a process of creating an indentation on a surface with a metal plate, resulting in a depressed impression.
A block charge is applicable to create a metal plate for stamping.

This service is only available for PU22, PU18 notebooks and PU10 Travel Organizer.
  PU22 and PU18 Notebooks
Quantity Price Per Piece (RM) Block Charge (RM)
≤100 min charge RM100 80
>101 1.00 80

 

  PU10 Travel Organizer
Quantity Price Per Piece (RM) Block Charge (RM)
  3.5cm   7cm
≤100, min charge RM100
  2.50   5.00
100
>101
  2.50   5.00
100

 

Digital Foil Printing

Digital foil printing bonds metallic foil to card or paper with heat using a digital printer.
Unlike traditional hot stamping, a stamping die/block is not required. This printing can be done in gold or silver with a shimmery reflective effect.

Suitable for books with paper or PU leather cover.
Charges

Price/Unit 1.50

Min charge per order: RM30
Individual personalization: + RM2.50/pc
Sample Print: RM10/pc

This serves as a guide only. Price is subject to logo size and product type. Kindly contact us for final pricing.