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