Tabletop Flatbed Proofer

The flatbed proofing machine transfers ink or coatings onto substrates through heating and pressing, simulating actual printing effects. It is used for small-batch proofing in laboratories to test color and adhesion, and is suitable for materials such as paper and plastics.
Selection
When selecting, consider the substrate thickness and dimensions to match the platen specifications, ensure the temperature and pressure ranges cover the material requirements, confirm the ease of operation meets daily use, and evaluate the maintenance costs and availability of spare parts.

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Using 100-line metal anilox roller, printing surface width 70mm, the mesh is a quadrilateral pyramid structure, liquid Coating can be uniformly Spreader on various substrates to obtain samples with good repRoducibility.

$ 267.00

Multi-color superposition sampling and color development at the same time, sampling can be done without boot printing, anilox roller adopts metal rubber roller structure, color development rubber roller Hardness 75 °, high processing accuracy and small amount of glue.

$ 267.00

Using 500 wire stainless steel anilox roller and quadrilateral pyramid mesh hole, the thickness of INKS film can be precisely controlled, flexographic samples can be quickly prepared, and cleaning and maintenance are convenient.

$ 1151.00

Using nitrile rubber material, length 100mm diaMeter 20mm, with excellent oil resistance and aging performance, suitable for inks proofing operation.

$ 123.00

The printing speed is 0~ 260m/min, the accuracy is less than 0.5, which supports data management and characteristic detection, and can reduce the number of proofing and material waste.

$ 9433.00

Using 140 wire metal anilox roller to control ink film thickness, flexographic samples can be quickly prepared, easy to use and clean, and high repRoducibility.

$ 699.00

Pressure adjustable range -1 to + 1mm, proofing speed support 400-700rpm three-speed frequency conversion speed regulation, uniform ink time 15-800 seconds adjustable, fixed structure to ensure proofing Stability.

$ 4592.00

Using electronic engraving technology to form a quadrilateral pyramid-shaped net hole structure, the number of lines 180LPI is inversely proportional to the wet film thickness, the width of the print surface is 70mm, and the surface chrome plating enhances the wear resistance and anti-corrosion performance.

$ 167.00

Using 180 wire metal engraving roller to control the ink film thickness, four pyramidal mesh structure to ensure uniform Spreader, simple operation and easy cleaning, can quickly prepare samples similar to flexographic printing effect.

$ 699.00

Uniform Spreader with double roller structure, Minggang roller accuracy of 220 lines/inch, rubber roller to ensure stable sample contact, support 70mm wide material handling.

$ 183.00

Four-speed proofing speed is optional, up to 45m/min, using flat engraving plate for direct printing, supporting 95 × 149mm concave sample range, suitable for fast proofing of flexible substrates.

$ 4108.00

Using 100 wire metal anilox roller to control ink film thickness, it can quickly prepare flexographic samples, easy to operate and clean, and good repRoducibility.

$ 699.00

Using 400 wire metal anilox roller to control the ink film thickness, flexographic samples can be quickly prepared, easy to use and clean, and the repRoducibility is very similar to that of conventional flexographic printing.

$ 699.00

Using electric pressure system and circular pressing operation mode, printing pressure 0-4mm, speed 0-100 Meters, adjustable scraper pressure and speed, support low accuracy overprinting and Color detection.

$ 6020.00

Using 100LPI line number and quadrilateral pyramid hole structure, the transfer uniformity of inks is precisely regulated through hole shape and line number, which affects the wet film thickness and ensures the stability of ink supply.

$ 167.00

Articles

Application of Flexographic Proofing Press in Evaluating Color Reproducibility of Flexographic Inks
This article primarily discusses the use of a flexographic proofer to evaluate the color reproducibility of flexographic inks. It introduces the role of the proofer in simulating production conditions and explains how to prepare samples by setting parameters such as pressure, speed, and anilox roll specifications.
The use of gravure proofing machines in the comprehensive evaluation of gravure ink printability and drying performance.
This article explores how a gravure proofing press can be used to comprehensively evaluate the printability and drying properties of gravure inks. The experiment tested the dot sharpness, transfer rate, and leveling properties of different inks using standard equipment, while recording drying times through the filter paper method and infrared temperature measurement.
Ink proofer simulates printing effects for auxiliary detection.
The ink proofer simulates actual printing conditions such as pressure and speed to produce standard proof sheets, which assist in evaluating printing quality. It precisely controls parameters to ensure high consistency between the proof sheets and the actual printed materials.
The cone and plate viscometer measures the rheological properties of a small amount of ink sample.
A cone-plate viscometer measures torque through rotation between the cone and plate, enabling the analysis of rheological properties with small ink samples. It is suitable for small-volume measurements, reducing interference from solvent evaporation.
Selection Comparison between Automatic and Manual Proofing Methods for Ink Proofing Machines
This article compares manual and automatic proofing methods for ink proofing machines. Manual proofing relies on the operator's experience, offering flexibility and lower initial costs, but it suffers from poor consistency, making it suitable for research and development or low-frequency usage.
The ink proofing machine's color development and ink distribution pressure are not set correctly, making the printed sample sheets unacceptable.
The ink proofer is crucial in printing quality control, as it ensures the even distribution of ink on materials by adjusting pressure. If the pressure is not properly calibrated, the proof may exhibit issues such as uneven color and inconsistent ink layer thickness, rendering it unsuitable as a reference for printing.
Application differences between spin coaters and flat film coaters.
The most fundamental difference between the two lies in the driving force for liquid spreading and film formation. The spin coater utilizes centrifugal force, while the flat-plate film applicator relies on mechanical shear force.