UV Printing Solution for Metal Products | Nameplates, Panels & Outdoor Decals – Baosiwei
Industry Challenges: Why is Metal Printing Considered Difficult?
When customizing metal products, customers often face:
- Poor Adhesion: Standard inks don’t bond well to metal surfaces, leading to peeling and scratches.
- Low Durability: In outdoor environments (e.g., decals, lamps), colors fade quickly due to sun and rain.
- Design Limitations: Techniques like etching require long lead times and tooling costs, limiting flexibility.
Many clients shared similar feedback during testing: “The color looks good, but it doesn’t stick well.”
Baosiwei UV Metal Printing Solution — Built for Industrial Production
We combine professional-grade printers with dedicated coating workflows to ensure excellent ink adhesion on metals, supporting short-run and large-scale production alike.
Recommended Models
- JW-2513M Flatbed Printer: Handles large metal sheets with consistent speed and precision.
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- JW-3220 Industrial Platform: Designed for high-output, continuous production environments.
Compatible Materials
Iron, aluminum, copper, stainless steel, electroplated surfaces, etc.
Requires Baosiwei’s UV hard ink and pre-applied metal coating.
Workflow Overview
- Apply Coating: Primer boosts adhesion
- UV Printing: Direct image output using Baosiwei flatbed UV printer
- Topcoat/Lamination (Optional): Improves durability and resistance
- Curing: UV ink dries instantly, saving time
Solved Problems
| Pain Point | Traditional | Baosiwei Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Peeling Issues | Low adhesion | Coating + hard UV ink = scratch-resistant |
| Color Fading | Sun/rain fades in weeks | Tested for 1+ year outdoor durability |
| Complex Workflow | Etching/plates required | Flexible digital prints, fast design changes |
Application Examples
- Automotive decals or emblems with gradient color
- Industrial nameplates or asset labels
- Indoor/outdoor metal shells (e.g., lamps, enclosures)
（Aluminum Panel Painting）
Real Client Feedback
A signage factory in Zhejiang adopted the JW-2513M + hard ink + metal coating setup in early 2024:
- First-pass print success rate increased from 60% to over 95%
- Accepted custom 1-piece jobs, including variable graphics
- Outdoor signage retained color after 12 months without fading
Business Value
| Benefit | Impact |
|---|---|
| Flexible Order Handling | Supports small and varied jobs |
| Streamlined Workflow | No etching, no screen printing |
| Stronger Market Position | Higher durability and visual quality |
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