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The high-durometer digital plate for halftone designs |
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Application
AFP-DSH plate has slightly higher durometer than most conventional plates, which provides excellent print quality with balanced dot-distribution
and smooth, dense solids.
AFP-DSH plate material features a very strong black layer which is produced under an exclusive Asahi AFP patent. This patented technology
enables easy handling of unexposed plate material. Because of the dynamics of the black mask layer, it is almost impossible to damage or smudge prior to the lasersetting step.
AFP-DSH has higher mechanical strength compared to competitive products. AFP-DSH has less halftone dot chipping during processing and printing.
AFP-DSH plate has higher resilience compared to conventional plates having similar or higher durometer. This provides superior ink transfer
for AFP-DSH plate.
• Damage-free black mask layer
• Excellent reproduction
• Higher resilience
• Stable dot shape
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• Chipping resistance
• Outstanding ink transfer
• High resistance to ozone
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| Plate Thickness |
1.14mm, 1.70mm, 2.54mm, 2.72mm 2.84mm
or 0.045", 0.067", 0.100", 0.107", 0.112" |
| Inks and Solvents |
Irrespective of the ink system used (solvent, water-based, or UV ink) the AFP-DSH plate always ensures optimum ink transfer. It is
permissable to use solvent mixtures containing a limited amount of active solvents (ethyl acetate content-preferably under 10%). |
| Storage of Raw Plates |
AFP-DSH plates should be stored at a room temperature of 5-25°C and relative humidity of 55% |
| Storage of Used Plates |
Careful cleaning of the plates after printing is recommended. Direct exposure to sunlight, heat and high concentrations of ozone should be avoided. |
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