Benefits of CD Replication
DVDs and CDs are some of the most popularly used devices for storing information. CDs are regarded as excellent storage devices as they are capable of saving huge amounts of information. This information may conveniently be written or copied by using an automated or computerised process.
CD replication is certainly a booming industry in Australia. There are many companies that offer CD replication services for clients with both large and small requirements.
What is CD Replication?
You must be aware that information is actually stored on a DVD or CD using laser lens that help in electronically saving the information. CD replication is a process that involves the transfer of information from one disc to another using a copying medium.
This certainly is a very expensive method and needs costly automated equipment. These systems are usually employed for replicating huge amounts of DVDs and CDs. You would certainly require the manufacturer’s approval before replicating a CD.
What is the Difference between Replicating a CD and Duplicating It?
One of the chief differences is that duplicating a CD does not require authorisation and approval of the manufacturer unlike CD replication. Replicating a CD involves a standardised method of making huge numbers of CDs using a glass master of all the information.
This results in the production of stampers that are actually used for moulding the information right on a CD foil. Once this is over the information would be safeguarded by multiple polycarbonate plastic layers. This layered disc would thereafter, be screened and packed.
Advantages of CD Replication
Though the CD replication process is an automated one, the unit cost of replicated discs is much less than duplicated ones. These are relatively cost-effective as they are manufactured in a factory and are extremely reasonable to order. Replicated CDs have their utility and cost benefits. This method is usually recommended to procure multiple copies.
Another advantage of replicated discs is that you could avail both screen printing and offset printing. Replicated DVDs could contain a layer of information (DVD 5), 1 layer on each and every side (DVD 10), 2 layers only on one side (DVD 9) or even 2 layers on each and every side (DVD 18). Most facilities for replication are not yet in operation for particularly DVD 18 replication.
Due to heavy volume run capacity, most of the replication facilities are capable of auto assembling discs into Amaray cases, jewel cases, cardboard sleeves or Tyvek or paper sleeves.
When Should You Go for CD Replication
The usual turn-time for replication is 7 to 10 business days. Sometimes it takes longer in case of runs that exceed 100,000 units. However, the standard turn time for CD duplication is only 2 to 3 business days. Also, most replication facilities insist on a minimum order of 1,000 units.
Both CD replication and CD duplication are known for extracting data using the same method, from the original. From manufacturing point of view, there are no more similarities between these two processes.
Moreover, a replicated CD and a duplicated CD are supposed to perform in a similar manner. However, they would be appearing to be different depending on, if the discs were screened, offset or digitally printed.
