High Definition Flexo Printing-Sun Automation ColorMaster Single Blade System
A doctor blade system sheers the ink off the surface of the anilox roll without being affected by hydraulic forces. This system allows for precise control by metering excess ink off the anilox roll. ColorMaster, a single doctor blade system, provides uniform blade loading across the entire surface of the anilox roll Benefts of ColorMaster single blade systems:
Printing Unit Equipped with ColorMaster Single Blade System
- Improved ink metering
- Non-corrosive doctor bar
- High quality print images
- Less ink to print
- Excellent alternative for full coverage,
- block, and process printing
- No end seals to replace
| Name | Roll/Roll | ColorMaster |
|---|---|---|
| Production Speed | Loses control at high speeds due to hydraulic forces | Allows for more delicate work at high speed with precise metering |
| Print Quality | More likely to have rejections due to inconsistent metering | Crisp and clean print quality every time |
| Maintenance | Wiper rolls are more expensive to stock and take most of a day to change | Relatively inexpensive blades are changed in minutes with the tool-less blade holder |
| Wash-up Time | Uses signifcant amounts of water, ink, and time | Quicker wash-ups and 30% less water than a wipe roll |
