Object Printing

LED UV (ultraviolet) digitally printed objects are vibrant, densely coloured and incredibly durable. Personalisation is a breeze, start-up costs are low and you can print on to any non-porous surface. Discover the magic of LED UV printing on to objects.

The Science

LED UV printing is a true game-changer. While traditional inks need time or heat to dry, UV curing harnesses the power of ultra-violet light to harden the ink instantly. The result? No waiting, no smudging — just perfect prints in a split second.

Because the ink sits on top of the material instead of being absorbed, you can unleash your creativity on virtually any surface: plastics, glass, wood, stone, or even metal. No special coating required. If you can imagine it, the XpertJet can probably print it.

Faster, sharper, more versatile – that’s the magic of LED UV.

How You Can Benefit

There are both business and operational benefits to LED UV object printing:

Business

LED UV object printing is a growth market driven by the demand for fast, on-demand personalisation. Whether you are an established print shop or a new start-up, it offers exciting opportunities to generate premium products with high margins and wide application potential.

Compact small-format printers are easy to integrate: as a desktop unit in a larger operation or as the main production tool for a business with limited space. With straightforward operation, low capital investment, and short set-up times, you can start producing immediately.

The key advantages are flexibility, fast turnaround, and personalisation – all of which help your business stand out in an increasingly competitive marketplace. Established businesses can expand into new services for existing customers, while start-ups benefit from easy sourcing of printable objects and a business model designed for profitability from the very first job.

Operational

Small-format LED UV printing is the perfect solution for prototypes, one-offs, or short to medium production runs. With vibrant colours, photorealistic detail, and excellent resistance to scratches and fading, your results will always stand out.

One of the biggest advantages is the stunning colour vibrancy and clarity of the final image or logo. Thanks to UV curing, even the tiniest text or intricate design is reproduced with absolute precision — and remains sharp, durable, and fade-free.

LED UV technology supports multiple applications on virtually any non-porous surface — from plastics and glass to wood, stone, or metal. Use a jig for flat objects or a rotary unit (for XpertJet 661UF) for cylindrical items. With a generous printing height of up to 150 mm (depending on the printer model, e.g. XpertJet 1462UF), you can even decorate bulkier items.

Production is streamlined:

• Fast turnaround with no drying time needed

• No finishing or sealing required

• Easy colour management

• Low set-up costs making prototypes and one-offs as cost-effective as longer runs

All of this ensures eye-catching results, cost efficiency, and healthy margins — whether for small batches or continuous production.