Option · OP040
Offset Printing
Plate + rubber blanket lithography for high-quality print. Cost-effective and color-consistent on large runs.
- Cost-effective on large runs
- High color consistency
- Pantone spot ready
Overview
Offset printing transfers ink from a metal plate to a rubber blanket, then to the substrate. Classic lithography. On rigid-box wraps it lowers unit cost at higher volumes and delivers fine screens, Pantone spot and consistent CMYK. Plate setup makes small runs more expensive than digital; from roughly 500+ units. Especially thousands. It is the standard choice. It pairs with water-based, soy or UV inks.
Key benefits
- Cost-effective on large runs
- High color consistency
- Pantone spot ready
Best used with
- Rigid box wrap
- Folding cartons
- Retail series production
- Cosmetic collections
- Food packaging
Technical specifications
- Method
- Plate + rubber blanket (offset lithography)
- Ideal run
- Medium–high (typically 500+)
- Color
- CMYK + Pantone spot
- Inks
- Water-based, soy, oil-based or UV
Related options
Digital Printing
No plates. Electronic transfer. Cost-effective for short runs, personalization and fast proofs.
Pantone
Formula-based pure spot color. Consistent, precise brand color across runs.
Aqueous Coating
Popular for being fast-drying and soft to the touch, aqueous coatings are water-based and a great eco-friendly alternative across packaging materials.
UV Coating
Cured by ultraviolet light, UV coatings dry fast and deliver the highest-quality gloss or matte finishes available.
Frequently asked questions
What you want to know about the ordering process
Series-quality print with offset
We’ll recommend offset vs digital and the right ink family for your volume.