Application of hot stamping machine
• Cosmetic packaging: Plastic cosmetic bottles and boxes are common applications of hot stamping technology. For example, hot stamping brand logo and product name on the face cream bottle can highlight the brand image and stand out from many products. The shell of small cosmetics such as eye shadow palettes and lipsticks can be decorated with exquisite patterns or texts through hot stamping technology, which will give people a sense of refinement and high-end.
• Electronic product shell: such as plastic mobile phone shells, earphone shells, game console shells, etc. Hot stamping the mobile phone brand logo or some personalized patterns on the back of the mobile phone shell, such as popular cartoon images, artistic patterns, etc., can not only protect the mobile phone, but also play a decorative role, meeting consumers' demand for personalization. Hot stamping brand names or some simple line patterns on the earphone shell can make the earphone more attractive in appearance.
• Toy products: The surface of plastic toys will be hot stamped. For example, the body of a plastic toy car is hot stamped with flame patterns or brand logos to increase the coolness and realism of the toy. For some collectible plastic dolls, hot stamping special marks or decorations on their clothing or accessories can enhance the collectible value of the toys.
Selection of hot stamping machine:
Product type
• Substrate material: If it is mainly used for hot stamping of paper (such as book covers, greeting cards), an ordinary flat-press hot stamping machine with relatively low pressure and temperature requirements may be sufficient. However, if it is hot stamping on materials such as plastic, leather or metal, it is necessary to consider whether the machine has sufficient pressure and precise temperature control to ensure the hot stamping effect. For example, when hot stamping the shell of plastic electronic products, a hot stamping machine that can finely adjust the temperature and pressure may be required to avoid deformation of the plastic.
• Product shape and size: For flat products, a flat-press hot stamping machine is a suitable choice. If you want to hot stamp curved products (such as bottles and cups), you need a curved hot stamping machine or a device that can be equipped with curved hot stamping accessories. In addition, product size is also critical. Large-sized products may require a larger hot stamping platform or a hot stamping machine suitable for coils, while small-sized products can choose a small hot stamping device with greater flexibility.
Degree of automation
• Manual hot stamping machine: The price is relatively low, suitable for small-batch production or simple hot stamping operations with low precision requirements, such as some small handicraft workshops making personalized gift tags. However, manual operation is inefficient, and the quality of hot stamping may vary depending on the technical level of the operator.
• Semi-automatic hot stamping machine: Some operations (such as pressure application or feeding) are automated, which can improve production efficiency and hot stamping quality to a certain extent. This machine is suitable for medium-volume production and is a good choice for companies with limited budgets but want to improve production efficiency.
• Fully automatic hot stamping machine: It has a high degree of automation, and all operations from feeding, hot stamping to discharging are completed automatically. It has high production efficiency and high precision, and is suitable for large-scale, high-quality hot stamping production. For example, when large packaging companies print a large number of packaging boxes, fully automatic hot stamping machines can ensure the consistency and high quality of hot stamping patterns. However, its price is relatively high, and the technical requirements for operators and equipment maintenance are also high.
Performance parameters of hot stamping machines
• Temperature control range and accuracy: A good hot stamping machine has a wide temperature control range and high accuracy, which can meet the needs of different hot stamping materials. Generally speaking, the temperature control accuracy should be within ±5℃, so that a stable hot stamping effect can be obtained under different working environments and hot stamping materials.
• Pressure adjustment range and uniformity: The pressure adjustment range should be able to adapt to substrates of different materials and thicknesses. At the same time, the pressure should be evenly distributed throughout the hot stamping area to ensure the integrity and clarity of the hot stamping pattern. For example, uneven pressure may cause the hot stamping pattern to be partially clear and partially blurred.
• Hot stamping speed: The hot stamping speed directly affects production efficiency. Under the premise of ensuring the quality of hot stamping, a higher hot stamping speed can increase production capacity. However, the hot stamping speed also needs to be matched with parameters such as temperature and pressure. Different hot stamping materials and products have different optimal hot stamping speeds.
Quality and stability of hot stamping machine
• Body structure and material: The body should be made of sturdy and durable materials, such as high-quality metal materials, to ensure the stability of the machine during long-term use. A machine with a reasonable structural design can reduce vibration and noise, help improve the quality of hot stamping and extend the service life of the equipment.
• Brand and reputation: Choosing a hot stamping machine from a well-known brand can usually guarantee the quality of the product and after-sales service. You can learn about the reputation of hot stamping machines of different brands by checking user reviews and industry recommendations, and choose products with reliable quality and high stability.
Consider cost and after-sales service
• Price factors: The price of hot stamping machines varies depending on factors such as brand, model, and degree of automation. Within the budget, try to choose products with better performance and quality. At the same time, consider the long-term cost of use, including equipment maintenance, consumables (such as hot stamping foil), etc.
• After-sales service: including equipment installation and commissioning, training, repair and maintenance, etc. Good after-sales service can ensure that equipment problems can be solved in time, reduce downtime, and reduce losses.
