Tips for Screen Printing PVC ID Cards

Printing on plastic cards is a popular printing application as plastic cards are used for a number of industries and applications. There is a great need to process printing on things like credit cards, identification cards, luggage tags and other flat, small items.  While this may seem like a simple process, there are several things to consider that will make printing on plastic ID cards go a lot smoother.

It is important to choose the right screen printer to print on plastic cards with all of the features and options for a successful process. There are many things you want to consider when selecting the right PVC ID card printer for you. Here are some tips on things to look for when searching for the perfect plastic card printing machine.

You’ll want to make sure that your PVC card printer includes the following features:

Automatic loading - an automatic feeder is a must for quick processing.

Automatic stacking – you’ll want your plastic cards to stack neatly in a pile after printing.

Dust removal - this is a very important feature when printing on plastic cards and is critical to quality printing without blemishes.

Anti-static treatment - static is a common problem with printing on plastic cards making anti-static features mandatory for successful printing.

Vacuum hold down - PVC ID card printers which utilize vacuum hold down can process cards quicker and with improved quality.

UV curing - plastic card printers which offer UV curing options produce high-quality inks which dry instantly upon UV exposure. This greatly improves quality and process time.
One plastic card printing machine offers all of these benefits and more, the CC-5000 PVC ID card printer by Systematic Automation delivers a host of benefits and engineering features

CC-5000 PVC ID Card Printer by Systematic Automation

The CC–5000 PVC ID card printer is a fully automatic In-Line screen printing machine which provides precision printing on small, flat items with proven consistency.  This plastic card printer offers 100% pneumatic operation for smooth, continual printing. Learn more about this proven plastic card printing solution from the screen printing specialists at Systematic Automation.

Systematic Automation offers the widest selection of screen printing machines and vacuum table systems.  We offer printing solutions for any size of product from small plastic cards to large boat sails. Contact us to speak with a skilled engineer to find the best solution for your plastic card printing process.