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Kodak THERMOFLEX Mid
Developed specifically for the unique requirements of the packaging industry, Kodak THERMOFLEX platesetters help turn prepress into a controlled, digital manufacturing process. THERMOFLEX CTP systems enhance the quality of flexographic printing, reduce cycle times, and improve process control by eliminating variables in the plate manufacturing process.

The THERMOFLEX Mid platesetter is designed to accommodate both 90 x 120 cm (35.4 x 47.2 in.) and 76 x 102 cm (30 x 40 in.) standard plate sizes. Any plate size up to 102 x 120 cm (40 x 47.2 in.) can be used without any change in the plateloading procedure or imaging speed.

The THERMOFLEX Mid platesetter combines repeatability with production proven reliability for consistent, high quality print and improved press performance for digital flexographic and letterpress plates. New loading architecture and a simplified user interface mean improved productivity. The air-assisted loading table has been redesigned to make it easier for operators to load and unload plates, saving time and improving efficiency. New TIFF Front End software optimizes layouts, allowing operators to improve quality control and minimize plate waste.

Kodak HyperFlex resolution enhancement software allows you to control relief depth and dot profiles for consistent presswork and high print quality, particularly in highlights. Combines with Kodak Prinergy Powerpack workflow system, color proofing systems, and internet connectivity tools, ThermoFlex platesetters are part of a complete solution that delivers quality, fast payback, and customer satisfaction.

  Features and Benefits
  • Enhanced print quality
  • Plate-to-plate repeatability
  • Kodak HYPERFLEX Ready imaging technology
  • Accommodation of a wide range of media types, sizes, and thicknesses
  • TIFF Front End software
  • Easy operation
  • Effective quality control
  • Five year parts coverage
Kodak ThermoFlex Mid Platesetter Product Specifications
Image speed*
Linear speed
Area
Plate

V-speed (very fast)

76.8 mm (3.0 In.) per min

4.8m2 per hour

762 x 1,016 mm (30x40 in.): 10 min.
900 x 1,200 mm (35.4 x 47.2 in): 15 min.

Media Specifications
Media type

 Qualified digital flexographic, rotary letterpress, and dry-offset plates including both film-backed and steel-backed (830 nm)
Qualified processless film (830 nm)
Media sizes Any plate size up to 1,106 x 1,200 mm (40 x 47.24 in.)
Media thickness 0.10 to 5 mm (0.004 to 0.197 in.)

Repeatability

 5 microns between two plates imaged on the same device (at maximum plate size)
Resolution 2,032 to 3.556 dpi (80 to 140 dpmm)

Screening**

 AM screening: 1 to 99% at 175 LPI line screen
Kodak Maxtone hybrid screening
HyperFlex resolution enhancement software
Physical Characteristics
Size (H x W x D)

1,370 x 2,110 x 1,030 mm (54 x 83 x 41 in.)

Options

 Standard drum-for film-backed flexo and letterpress plates and ablative film
Combination vacuum and magnetic drum-for film and steel-backed flexo and letterpress plates (does not support film imaging)

*   Imaging speeds vary slightly depending on media sensitivity.
** Imaging specification may exceed media capability.