Terry Harper wrote:
"David K" wrote in message
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I am a glass engraver (sand carving) looking to print on glass to
cover longer, 'cheaper' runs of decorating.

I have seen pad printers which would appear to fit the bill i.e. can
accommodate small items, are reasonably cheap to buy, can print on
curved surfaces and are fairly quick.

I am concerned about the ink and its durability.

I imagine I will be printing mostly paperweights (not likely to go
in the dishwasher) and a range of tankards & tumblers (might go in
the dishwasher).

You might like to look at silk screening and transfer printing
(that's decal printing in American)..

Most decorated glass is fired to cure the paints and bond them to the
glass.

I really wanted to try and avoid the 'firing' end of things and all the
expense that is associated with it.

Silk screening is a possibility I know however the simplicity of pad
printing is what really appeals to me.

David
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