About embossing and debossing processes.
Embossing and debossing are used in various places, such as paper packaging for sweets and cosmetics, business cards, and message cards.
The merits and demerits of embossing and debossing as considered by Tsujikawa Embossing and debossing are used everywhere, including in paper packaging for sweets, alcohol, cosmetics, as well as in boxes, business cards, message cards, and book covers. What are the attractions of embossing and debossing? Merits of embossing and debossing: ● Can create a three-dimensional effect ● Can emphasize a sense of luxury or specialness ● Can give the texture of different materials like leather or fabric to paper ● Can express Braille ● Has low environmental impact Demerits of embossing and debossing: ● (On their own) Lack visibility and readability ● Cannot reflect thin text or small designs ● Can be costly
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Please check the detailed specifications of the plate on the Tsujikawa HP technical introduction page. When requesting a plate, if you could provide not only the design data but also the paper thickness and type, we can produce the plate with more optimal specifications. Embossing and debossing processes involve various factors such as compatibility with the paper, die clearance, and machine settings, so I would like to delve deeper into these topics in the future!
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Embossing refers to a process that creates a raised design on paper. It is also called relief processing. By using a metal plate and a resin plate, the design is raised by sandwiching the paper. A metal intaglio plate, oriented in reverse (so the text is unreadable), is placed on top, while a relief plate (resin plate) is attached below in the correct orientation (so the text is readable).
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Debossing refers to a process that creates an indentation in paper in the shape of a plate. It is also called "stamping." Metal plates and resin plates are used to sandwich the paper and press it into the shape of the plate. A reverse relief plate (metal plate) is attached on top, while a forward relief plate (resin plate) is attached below. The resin plate attached below may not always be used. When the design is pressed in without using a backing plate, it is referred to as "blind debossing."
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Corrosion plate + resin plate This is a combination of a metal corrosion plate and a resin plate known as a nylon plate. It is used for general embossing (raised) and debossing (impressed) processes. It allows for the creation of uneven surfaces at the same height, and it is cost-effective with a short delivery time.
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Sculpture Plate + Nuclear Die (Molded Male Die) The sculpture plate is a plate carved by a machine. The nuclear die refers to the resin plate on the right side of the photo. Unlike nylon plates, it is a type of resin plate that is formed by pouring resin into a mold rather than being produced through corrosion. Compared to corrosion plates, there are the following differences: ● Specification of uneven surface expression is possible ● Confirmation of 3D model data is possible ● Data creation from sketches is possible, as well as from photos and illustrations ● Expression of different material sensations is possible Thus, the wide range of expression is a significant advantage of the sculpture embossed plate.
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[Engraved Plate + Engraved Plate] It is also possible to combine engraved relief plates and engraved intaglio plates. Similar to the combination of engraved plates and nuclear dies, it allows for complex relief expressions, verification of 3D model data, and the addition of texture. Since the engraving depth can be freely adjusted, it enables embossing with greater height differences compared to nuclear dies. However, compared to nuclear dies, metal plates have lower cushioning properties, which may cause tearing depending on the type of paper used. It is ideal for embossing and debossing on paper that has a certain thickness and is easily stretchable.
