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The Differences between Engraved Pens and Imprinted Pens

Promotional logo pens are available from leading pen manufacturers and are an effective branding and advertising tool. Personalized pens are also very popular as corporate gifts, at weddings and reunions. These types of imprinted and engraved pens can carry either a logo or message on the body of the pen, and are available in different colors, fonts and styles.

There are 2 methods for getting logos, text or artwork on promotional pens: imprinting and engraving. Imprinting or screen printing/silk screening uses a stencil to transfer ink to the body of the pen. A versatile and inexpensive method, screen printing can be preferred because its ability to print on different types of surfaces and the almost unlimited choice of colors. Since little pressure is needed to print, screen printing is a perfect solution for items that are not flat, including pens and mugs.

Unlike screen printing, laser engraving does not directly apply the ink to the surface. Instead, the engraving is created by beams of light from a laser equipped with a narrowly focused lens allowing for very intricate and precise designs. The engraved surface is etched or burned in with a permanent representation of your artwork, logo or text. And since no ink is used, you don’t have to worry that the artwork will deteriorate. Since engraving does not apply any ink, the color of the engraved area is usually the underlying color of the pen.

Both imprinting and engraving provide outstanding quality. The manufacturers of promotional pens know which method works best with each of their products, ensuring that you’ll always have the highest quality representation of your logo or message. One of the many high quality companies where you can find a wide selection of both imprinted and engraved pens is PENSRUS.