Are laser prints archival?
PPC/Laser Films are all Clear, pH neutral polyester-based films. The surface treatments on these polyester-based films are optimized to support digital printing, and are not considered to be archival. Their ink or toner adhesion properties are counterproductive to the needs of long term archival applications.
What is archival quality print?
Archival prints are museum-quality pieces that use refined particles of pigment to create beautiful, high-resolution finished artwork. As its name suggests, this method of printing creates artwork that is designed to last for a long time.
How long do laser prints last?
Laser prints should be exposed to no more than 5,000 ft-c hours (50,000 lux hours) per year with a 3-year rest between displays.
Which ink is considered archival quality?
The permanence (lifespan) of dye inks is constantly improving, however, most printers recommend the use of pigment inks when creating archival inkjet fine art print editions. This is why some inkjet fine art (Giclée) prints are also described as archival pigment prints.
What are archival inks?
Archival ink, permanent, non-fading and resistant to light, heat and water, and contain no impurities that can affect the permanence of paper or photographic materials. Black Actinic Inks are chemically stable and feature an inorganic pigment that has no tendency to absorb impurities like other ink pigments can.
What is an archival photograph?
An archival image is an image meant to have lasting utility. Archival images are usually kept off-line on a cheaper storage medium such as CD-ROM or magnetic tape, in a secure environment. Archival images are usually of a higher resolution and quality than the digital image delivered to the user on-screen.
Is laser or inkjet better for art prints?
Laser printers are much quicker and cost less to run, but they are more expensive upfront. Inkjet printers can’t manage the heavy output that a laser printer offers. Yet, you can get better color saturation with an inkjet printer. If you need to produce a lot of media or you work in a team, a laser is an answer.
What is the most archival permanent color photo printing process?
The Platinum/Palladium print is generally considered the most archival of all photographic processes.