NCR Sets

Our NCR Paper are perfect for receipts and invoices

Description

Carbonless copies, in their simplest form

NCR sets are the most basic and flexible form of carbonless paper — individual sets glued along one edge, ready to write on and separate. Ideal for receipts, invoices and delivery notes where you want the copies without the bulk of a pad or book. Available in duplicate, triplicate or quadruplicate, with or without numbering. A real person checks your artwork before anything is printed, and every order helps restore forests through our Print A Tree project.

Key details

Glued sets

Individual carbonless sets glued along one edge — the simplest, most flexible NCR format

Part options

2-part (white/pink), 3-part (white/yellow/pink) or 4-part (white/blue/yellow/pink) colour-coded sets

Bind edge

Glued on the short or long edge to suit your layout — write, then separate the copies

Numbering

Available with sequential black numbering for invoices, receipts and audit trails

Checked by a human

A print expert reviews your file and numbering setup before production — if something's off, we tell you first

Best for

Receipts, invoices, delivery notes and order forms where you want copies without a pad or book

Sets, pads or books?

All three use the same carbonless paper and part options — the difference is how they're put together. NCR sets are individual glued sets, the most basic and flexible option, good when you want the copies loose or to integrate into your own process. NCR pads collect 50 sets into a glue-bound pad with a writing shield, for tearing off on the go. NCR books add a card cover, backing board and taped spine for a permanent, filed record. Simplest and most flexible: sets. Portable: pads. Permanent office record: books.

Every order plants trees

Through our Print A Tree project with Ecologi, every Printlogik order funds verified reforestation — free, automatic, every time. See the forest grow →

Artwork made easy

Every order includes a free artwork check by a real person — you don't need to ask. On NCR sets this check matters, because the layout and numbering have to work across every sheet.

Supply a CMYK PDF at 300dpi with 3mm bleed and a 5mm safe zone, keeping key content clear of the glued edge. Two rules that apply to all NCR work: if you want numbering, supply two files — one for print and one showing where the numbers should sit as a position guide; and if you're printing double-sided, set the reverse in 70% black rather than solid, which stops the writing pressure and ink showing through to the copies beneath. Sets glue on the short or long edge — tell us which suits your layout. Send your files and we'll confirm the setup before printing.

Frequently asked questions

How do NCR sets work?
NCR means "no carbon required" — the sheets are chemically coated so writing on the top sheet transfers to the sheets below through pressure alone, no carbon paper. Each set is glued along one edge; write, then separate the copies to distribute or file.
What's the difference between 2, 3 and 4-part?
How many copies you get per set. 2-part (duplicate) is white plus a pink copy; 3-part (triplicate) adds a yellow sheet; 4-part (quadruplicate) adds blue too. The colours make it clear which copy goes to the customer, which to the office and which you keep.
How are sets different from pads or books?
Sets are individual glued sets with no cover or backing — the most basic, flexible format. Pads bundle 50 sets with a writing shield for tearing off on the move; books add a card cover and taped spine for a permanent record. If you want the copies loose or built into your own workflow, sets are the option.
Can I have them numbered?
Yes — sequential black numbering is available, essential for invoices and receipts. Supply two files: your print artwork and a second showing where the numbering should sit, so it lands clear of your content.
Why 70% black on the reverse?
On double-sided work, solid black on the back can show through to the carbonless copies and muddy them. Setting the reverse to 70% black keeps it looking solid while avoiding show-through, so every copy stays clean. We'll flag it if your file needs adjusting.
Which bind edge should I choose?
Glue on the short or long edge, depending on your layout — portrait forms are usually glued on the short (top) edge, landscape on the long edge. If you're unsure, send your design and we'll suggest the edge that works best for it.
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