Coated paper: Types of coated paper suitable for different printing methods

Introduction:

Coated paper refers to high-grade printing paper made by coating base paper with white coating. Common uses include printing covers and illustrations of high-grade books and periodicals, color pictures, various exquisite product advertisements, samples, and product packaging. The quantitative range is 80-400 grams, and it can be divided into glossy matte, one side coated and double coated according to the coating situation

Different type of coated paper: ordinary coated paper and digital printed coated paper

Difference introduction

1.Paper surface treatment:

The surface coating of digital printed coated paper is usually more delicate, which is more conducive to the uniform distribution of ink on the paper surface, avoiding flying ink or color blocks. The surface coating of ordinary coated paper may be relatively rough,

2. Ink absorption:

The ink absorption design of digital printed coated paper is more in line with the inkjet principle of digital printing machines, which can quickly absorb ink and avoid ink penetration and blurring on the paper surface. Ordinary coated paper may not absorb ink well enough, which may cause ink smearing or inaccurate colors in digital printing machines.

3. Durability:

The surface coating of digitally printed coated paper usually has better scratch and friction resistance, which can better resist the friction and pressure generated by the digital printing process. Ordinary coated paper may have relatively low durability and is easily scratched or damaged during use.

4. Price:

Digitally printed coated paper is usually more expensive than ordinary coated paper. This is because the production process and materials of digital printed coated paper are more complicated and require higher costs.

Conclusion:

Digitally printed coated paper is specially designed for digital printing machines, with better ink absorption, durability and surface treatment more suitable for digital printing. Ordinary coated paper is suitable for traditional printing like Offset printing or gravure printing. In China paper, we could supply with both type coated paper to meet our client’s diverse printing request.