Print comparison sample

CO2 laser printing, UV laser printing, offset printing, and inkjet printing each have their own printing characteristics.
On this page, we will introduce the formulations and printing samples for each printing method.
By looking at each print sample, you will be able to find the printing method that best suits your purpose!
For more information on print samples or to request a print sample, please contact us.

CO2 laser

In CO2 laser printing, the water in the capsule film is vaporized by irradiating a CO2 laser. The vaporized area turns white and is used to print text and graphics. It is mainly used to print soft capsules for pharmaceuticals and health foods.


Type of capsule

Soft capsule

Color of tablet

Black

Printing color

White


Type of capsule

Soft capsule

Color of tablet

Transparent

Printing color

White

UV laser

The UV laser reacts with the titanium dioxide in the tablet coating and changes the color of the irradiated area to gray. Compared to other printing methods, it allows for more precise printing. It can also be used to prevent counterfeit pharmaceuticals. It is essential that the film coating of the tablet contains titanium dioxide.

Type of tablet

Round (7mm)

Color of tablet

White

Printing color

Gray

Type of tablet

Round (7mm)

Color of tablet

White

Printing color

Gray

Offset printing (check stock, Coming soon…)

This is a method of printing by transferring ink onto an intaglio plate called a design roll. This method has been used for a long time and is capable of single color printing. Of all printing methods, it is the most suitable for mass production.

Type of tablet

Coming soon…

Color of tablet

Coming soon…

Printing color

Coming soon…

Inkjet

This method can also be used to print on bare tablets. Color printing is also supported, and as with UV laser printing and CO2 laser printing, print designs can be easily created electronically without the need for a design roll.

Type of tablet

Round (7mm)

Color of tablet

White

Printing color

Gray

Type of tablet

Round (7mm)

Color of tablet

White

Printing color

Gray