Pad Print

Ultra-fine, high-precision printing for small imprints and hard-to-print surfaces, perfect for inside collar tags and compact branding.

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Pad Print

Small, crisp, and incredibly detailed

Pad printing is a go-to option when you need clean detail in a very small imprint area. It’s commonly used for inside back collar tags, but it also works great on a wide range of items like pens, golf balls, and other hard goods where traditional printing methods don’t make sense.

Micro detail

Capable of extremely fine detail, great for small text and tight logos.

Works on tricky surfaces

Ideal for curved, textured, or compact items where other methods struggle.

Perfect for tag prints

Commonly used for inside collar tags and small branding marks.

Simple color set

Available in black, white, and grey for consistent, clean output.

Specs & compatibility

Best for Small imprints, fine detail, hard-to-print surfaces
Common use Inside collar tags, compact branding marks
Detail level Extremely fine (great for small text)
Colors Black, White, Grey
Items Shirts, pens, golf balls, and many other hard goods

Pad Print examples

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Clean + compact
Small imprint areas with crisp edges
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Fine detail
Great for small text and tight logos
Pad Print example
Hard goods friendly
Works on items like pens and more

Resources

Use these tools to pick the right look before your order goes into production.

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How Pad Print works at Dubow

A repeatable workflow designed for consistent small-format prints.

We confirm imprint location, size, and readability, especially for small text and tight marks like collar tags.

We set up the pad print plate for your design and select the best ink color (black, white, or grey) for clarity.

We print with controlled pressure and alignment, then check for sharp edges, fill, and legibility before shipping.

Not sure if Pad Print is the right fit?

If your imprint is small, needs to be sharp, or the product surface is challenging, pad printing is usually a strong option. We can help confirm feasibility and best placement.

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Pad Print FAQ

Quick answers about detail, usage, and setup.

Small marks with crisp detail, especially inside collar tags and compact branding on hard goods.

Black, white, and grey are the standard pad print ink colors for clean, readable results.

Vector is preferred for small marks, but high-resolution artwork works too. If it’s tiny text, we’ll confirm legibility before production.