| characteristic | Traditional screen printing | UV Digital Color Printing |
|---|---|---|
| resolution | 100-150 dpi | 600-1440 dpi (photo-quality) |
| Color expression | Pantone color card restrictions | 16.7 million RGB full color, gradient-free toning. |
| Production cycle | Plate making is required (3-5 days). | Direct printing of documents (sample available in 1 hour) |
| Small batch cost | High plate-making costs | Printing from a single piece, zero plate fee |
| 3D effect | Plane only | Stackable 3D textures (0.5mm thickness per print) |
