CD Manufacturing Services
The making of CDs is separated into two different types of manufacturing; CD Replication and
CD Duplication. You must first be aware of the differences and advantages of these two types of manufacturing a CD.
The formats available are:
CD Replication – On Disc Printing with Data manufactured into the disc by machine
The process involves making a Glass Master, and is ideal for all quantities over 1,000 units
- 5” (120mm) CD-ROM and Audio CD
- 3” (80mm) CD-ROM and Audio CD
- Business Cards – 50Mb Credit Card shape CD’s (86mm x 61mm) and Saddle (hockey rink)
These discs can be printed full colour Litho (offset) or Screen printed up to 5 Pantone colours
Packaging: All types of packaging are available (e.g. Jewel Cases, DVD cases, Plastic Wallets, Card Wallets, DigiPaks, c-Shells, Ejector cases or Bespoke Packs.
Lead-time: 10 -12 Working days from receipt of all parts (Design and Data)
CD Duplication - On Disc Printing + with or without data duplicated onto the CDR disc
The process involves burning CD-Rs, and is ideal for quantities from 100 units.
- 5” (120mm) CD-ROM and Audio CD
- 3” (80mm) CD-ROM and Audio CD
- Business Cards: Credit Card shape & Saddle are not available in our duplication service
These discs can be printed full colour Litho (offset) or Screen printed up to 5 Pantone colours
Packaging: All types of packaging are available (e.g. Jewel Cases, DVD cases, Plastic Wallets, Card Wallets, DigiPaks, c-Shells, Ejector cases or Bespoke Packs.
Lead-time: 3 - 7 Working days from receipt of all parts (Design and Data)
Summary:
Both CD Replicated and CDR Duplicated discs will work effectively in all computers and players, and the prime differences are: Your delivery requirements – quantity – and ultimate budget.
Replicated CD Discs: Low Cost - Minimum quantity 1,000 - 10 / 12 Days delivery
Duplicated CD Discs: More Expensive - Minimum quantity 100 - 3 Day delivery
