Thermal CTP plate (Single-layer)

Single-layer thermal CTP (Computer-to-Plate) plate is a printing plate used in the offset printing process. CTP technology transfers digital images directly to printing plates, eliminating the need for traditional film methods. This process increases the efficiency and quality of printing operations.

Single-layer thermal CTP plate has excellent performance in printing. Thermal single layer ctp plates require no baking to achieve long print runs. The plate is highly stable and resistant to imaging, development and printing.

Single-layer thermal CTP plate

Single-layer thermal CTP plates are designed to be sensitive to thermal imaging equipment. The plate coating absorbs the laser energy, causing a chemical reaction that forms an image on the plate.

Single-layer thermal CTP plates have a primary coating that is directly imaged by a thermal laser. This simplifies the construction of the plate and improves image quality and consistency.
Single-layer thermal CTP plates are generally durable and able to withstand long printing periods, making them cost-effective for large printing projects.
Single-layer thermal plates typically require minimal processing steps, which can simplify workflow and reduce processing time.

Thermal CTP plate (Single-layer) Features

1. High quality aluminum material, composite particles and long running length.
2. Able to perform bright room operation.
3. High resolution and accurate halftone dot reproduction.
4. Good development tolerance and easy operation.

Advantages of single-layer thermal CTP plate

1. Accuracy and Precision: The direct imaging process ensures high accuracy and precision when replicating the digital image onto the printing plate.
2. Consistency: The single-layer design provides consistent imaging results, reducing the possibility of changes in multi-layer boards.
3. Environmental benefits: Many single-layer thermal panels are designed to be more environmentally friendly, often requiring less chemical processing and producing less waste.

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Thermal CTP plate (Single-layer ) Technical Data Sheet

Product type	Single-layer thermal CTP plate
Application type	High grade commercial and newspaper printing
Plate thickness	0.15mm, 0.20mm, 0.25mm, 0.30mm, 0.40mm
Max width:	1350mm
Spectral sensitivity:	830nm
Exposure energy:	110~130mj/Cm2
Developing temperature:	22-28℃
Resolution:	1~99% at 200lpi
Developing time:	25-35sec
Safety-light	2hours under white light
Run length:	Unbaked: 50 000 - 100 000 impressions ; Baked: more than 100 000impressions.
Shelf time:	18 months
Trademark:	HAOMEI or customized
Transportation Package:	Export standard, seaworthy package
Specification:	0.15mm 100PCS/box;0.25mm 50PCS/box;0.30mm 50PCS/box; 0.40mm 30 PCX/box; customized.
Origin:	China
HS code:	37013024

Single-layer thermal CTP plate applications

Single-layer thermal CTP plates offer many benefits including high image quality, durability and environmental benefits. Their ease of use and consistency make them a popular choice in the printing industry for a wide range of applications.

Commercial Printing: Used to produce brochures, flyers, catalogs and other marketing materials.
Newspaper printing: ensuring high-speed, high-quality production of newspapers.
Packaging: Used for printing on a variety of packaging materials, ensuring durability and high-quality prints.

HC Aluminum thermal CTP plate can meet various requirements of high-end commercial color printing and newspaper printing. It has the advantages of fast plate making speed, good tolerance level, accurate halftone dot reproduction, good ink balance, and long running length.

Single-layer thermal CTP plate enables clear details and high stability. Suitable for medium print runs. This plate does not require preheating. Its fast imaging and development speed maximizes prepress platesetter productivity. This plate is ideal for users who require medium-volume and high-quality commercial printing.

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