How to choosing the right ink for your stamp?

1. Rubber Stamps

Rubber stamps are common and versatile for various applications.

  • Water-based Ink: Suitable for general paper and document use. It dries quickly and provides clear impressions without bleeding through the paper. However, it is not water-resistant and not ideal for documents requiring long-term preservation.
  • Oil-based Ink: Suitable for non-porous surfaces like plastic, metal, and glass. It is water-resistant and provides durable impressions, but it dries slower and may evaporate over time.

2. Flash Stamps (Pre-inked Stamps)

Flash stamps are often used in high-frequency and quick-impression scenarios, such as in office automation.

  • Special Ink for Flash Stamps: This ink is specifically designed for flash stamps, offering good penetration and color display. It is convenient, provides clear and long-lasting impressions. Ordinary ink should not be used as it can damage the stamp.

3. Self-inking Stamps

Self-inking stamps contain an internal ink reservoir, making them long-lasting.

  • Self-inking Stamp Ink: This ink has good fluidity and penetration, ensuring clear and even impressions every time. It does not require frequent refilling and has a long lifespan. Only specific ink for self-inking stamps should be used to avoid performance issues.

4. Metal Stamps (Seal Stamps)

Metal stamps are commonly used for artistic works and traditional seals.

  • Oil-based Ink Pads: Suitable for various papers, fabrics, and wood. They provide sharp and artistic impressions, ideal for traditional seal stamps. However, they require some skill to use properly.

5. Plastic Stamps

Plastic stamps are often used for low-cost and temporary purposes.

  • Water-based or Oil-based Ink: Choose based on the application. For paper use, water-based ink is recommended. For non-porous surfaces, oil-based ink is preferable.

6. Fabric Stamps

Used for stamping on fabrics.

  • Textile Ink: Specifically designed for fabrics, it is washable and does not fade. Suitable for T-shirts, tote bags, and other textiles.

Considerations When Choosing Ink:

  • Color: Choose the ink color based on your needs. Common colors include red, blue, black, and green.
  • Brand: Opt for reputable brands to ensure quality. Low-quality ink may result in blurred or uneven impressions or dry out too quickly.
  • Environmental Impact: Prefer environmentally friendly inks to reduce pollution.

Practical Recommendations:

  • Office Use: Flash stamps with flash stamp ink or self-inking stamps with self-inking stamp ink are recommended for ease of use and clear, durable impressions.
  • Artistic Seals: Metal stamps with oil-based ink pads provide excellent artistic effects.
  • Special Materials: For non-porous materials like plastic, metal, and glass, rubber stamps with oil-based ink are recommended.

By selecting the appropriate ink, you can ensure the best performance of your stamp in various scenarios, prolong the stamp's life, and achieve clear, durable impressions.

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