Delkin CD-R Inkjet Archival Gold, 650 MB, 16 Pack +Case

The patented Phthalocyanine dye is the most critical component of the CD-R because it is where your data is stored. Your CD burner creates pits in the dye layer when it burns a CD-R and your digital information is stored in these pits. The Phthalocyanine dye reacts quicker to the writing laser than dyes found in most CD-R's on the market, thus making sharper pit edges and making your CD-R easier to read by CD drives. Compared to Cyanine and Azo dyes found in the majority of CD-R's on the market, Phthalocyanine dye lasts significantly longer when subjected to the harmful effects of UV light, heat, and humidity. Thirty percent of the cost to produce a Delkin Archival Gold disc is due to the use of 24 karat gold - one of the most inert elements on earth. The unique characteristics found in Gold prevent oxidation, one of the most common causes of CD-R's failure. The combination of Phthalocyanine dye and the use of gold in the reflective layer of the disc ensure that Archival Gold CD-R's provide the most extreme protection for your digital images from environmental degradation. Add a creative touch to your archival media by designing your own artwork and printing directly onto the disc surface. The inkjet printable surface used for Archival Gold media produces bright, high resolution designs that permanently showcase disc contents, a favorite photo, custom branding, or whatever else you choose to print. Perfect for birthday parties, special occasions, wedding photos, scrapbooking, promotions, small businesses, and more.