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Chuck Peterson
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I outsource my digital printing except what I can do on my Gerber Edge. I have an upcoming job I am considering having printed directly onto Dibond instead of on vinyl. Two 4x8 panels. I'm not sure what printer my supplier uses but they tell me it UV cures the ink. My concern is that from what I've seen out there they dont seem to last as long as vinyl with lamination. It sure would be easier for me to have them printed directly to substrate but I don't need a phone call in six months or even a year telling me its fading, or scratches off easily. Any suggestions?

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It depends, but some give notice that it will last up to 3 years.. I know some that directly Print but they still laminate or spray a clear coat.

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I wonder if sublimation might be an option.

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I am not familiar with direct print - but I would suggest outsourcing it to a wide format and have it laminated.

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I think I'll stick with vinyl print on this one. I'll experiment on smaller jobs.

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