Hotfoil Marking
Processes
Although not technically a printing method – hotfoil uses a heated die to adhere foil with pressure to a variety of substrates. Finishes can be either surface foiled or embossed and foiled on to softer substrates for a more luxurious finish.
Technical Spec
Process Features
- Flat | convex | concave | cylindrical shapes
- Spectrum of colours including metallics
- Rotary printing up to 90mm diameter
- Completely bespoke designs
- Achievable on a variety of materials & free issue parts
Typical Applications
- Badges
- Automotive
- Components
- Thumbwheels
- Leather goods
- Stationery goods
- Free issue parts (<15mm depth / 90mm dia)
Material Options
Name:
Plastic
Finish:
Any
Thickness:
up to 15mm
Name:
Paper
Finish:
Any
Thickness:
up to 300gsm
Name:
Card
Finish:
Any
Thickness:
up to 540gsm
Name:
Leather
Finish:
Natural | Suede | PU
Thickness:
up to 3mm | up to 15mm if book cover
Name:
Fabric
Finish:
Natural | Synthetic
Thickness:
up to 1mm | up to 15mm if book cover
Name:
Wood
Finish:
Man made | Natural | Synthetic
Thickness:
up to 15mm
Name:
Free Issue Parts
Finish:
Any within parameters
Thickness:
up to 15mm / 90mm dia
Maximum Size
Maximum print area - 150mm x 100mm
Maximum diameter 90mm
Maximum diameter 90mm
Durability
- Inside
Abrasion:
Light abrasion - although hot foil is a durable method
Liquids:
Light cleaning and spill proof - do not submerge
Chemicals:
Not recommended
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