Printing on Custom-Shaped Packaging Like Die Cut Mylar Bags –

[mylarbagspro]

I’ve been exploring options for printing on uniquely shaped packaging, specifically Die Cut Mylar Bags. These are often used in industries like cannabis, snacks, or collectibles, and I’m curious about the best way to achieve clean, professional prints on these non-standard surfaces.


Here’s an example of the product type I’m working with.


Has anyone here tried printing on this kind of material or shape? Would love to hear about preferred printer models, settings, or even types of ink that work well with this kind of flexible, custom-cut packaging.

 

[davidparker]

Yeah, I’ve worked with die-cut Mylar bags before UV flatbed printers work great since they can handle odd shapes and surfaces. Make sure the ink is flexible and bonds well with plastic. You’ll want good jigs too to keep the bags in place.

 

[micheal349]

For custom mylar bags, UV flatbed or flexographic printing works best—especially for die-cut shapes. These methods ensure durable, high-quality prints that adhere well to the Mylar surface without peeling or smudging. Just make sure to use food-safe inks and proper fixtures for alignment.

 

[LuxeryTravels]

Great question! Printing on die-cut Mylar bags can be tricky due to their flexible and custom shapes. Digital printing works well for short runs, while rotogravure is ideal for high-volume, detailed work. UV-curable inks are usually a solid choice for Mylar surfaces.

If you're exploring bag options or print results, you might find these examples helpful:

Packaging Forest LLC - Customized Mylar Bags

Kwick Packaging - Custom Printed Mylar Bags

Would love to hear what method you go with!

 

[Williamjane]

Absolutely agree with the points shared above. Printing on die-cut Mylar bags definitely requires more careful planning both in terms of design layout and how the material responds to different printing methods.


Based on what I’ve researched and seen so far, here are a few helpful considerations:

• Use vector-based artwork to ensure sharp edges and clean lines, especially around complex curves.
• Always include bleed and define safe zones properly essential for avoiding issues during trimming and cutting.
• Surface treatment like corona discharge can significantly improve ink adhesion on glossy or laminated Mylar.
• For small production runs, UV digital printing tends to offer better flexibility and detail. For large volumes, flexographic printing is usually more cost-efficient.

Has anyone here experimented with foil stamping or spot UV on uniquely shaped bags? I’m curious how well those finishes perform, especially around folds and die-cut edges.

 

[Williamjane]

Great question! Printing on die-cut Mylar bags can be tricky due to their flexible and custom shapes. Digital printing works well for short runs, while rotogravure is ideal for high-volume, detailed work. UV-curable inks are usually a solid choice for Mylar surfaces.

If you're exploring bag options or print results, you might find these examples helpful:

Packaging Forest LLC - Customized Mylar Bags

Kwick Packaging - Custom Printed Mylar Bags

Would love to hear what method you go with!

You’ve shared some really helpful points about printing on Mylar bags especially the part about UV-curable inks and rotogravure printing. The examples you linked to also have some impressive design work.


While looking into similar packaging options, I also came across another site that offers custom Mylar bag designs. Exploring different sources has really helped me understand what makes a design stand out and what materials work best.


I’m still comparing ideas and trying to figure out what might work well. If you get a chance to take a look, I’d really appreciate your thoughts especially if there’s anything important I might be overlooking.