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VIM JT

Offset quality, digital simplicity

Introducing VIM JT Direct Inkjet Plates, the revolutionary process-less plate designed for standard Inkjet printers. VIM has implemented its many years of research in direct imaging technologies to create an affordable Inkjet Computer-To-Plate (CTP) solution – providing a cost-effective process-less offset quality print platesetter using existing standard small to mid-size Inkjet printers.

 

 

 

 
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VIM JT-Direct Inkjet Plates provide an alternative to existing high-cost CTP laser based solutions:  cost-efficient offset quality 4-Up plate setting using existing standard Inkjet printers with standard ink cartridges. The imaged plates, in both Aluminum based and Polyester based versions, require no processing and are hardened (baked) in standard heating systems. Providing high quality output and extensive long runs on any standard 4-Up water-based one to four color press, VIM VIM JT-Direct Inkjet Plates  make computer to plate solutions affordable for even the smallest format commercial print shops,  and extend the offerings of high-end shops.

  • Affordable- VIM JT-Direct Inkjet Plates provide for the lowest cost of ownership compared to  any existing CTP system. The cost is simply that of a standard high quality Inkjet printer such as the Epson Stylus ® 4880/7880/7900.
  • User Friendly -  VIM JT-Direct Inkjet Plates are easy to use, do not change the printer’s work flow and use the same RIP Inkjet  cartridges which the operator is familiar with.
  • Environment Friendly - VIM JT-Direct Inkjet Plates are process-less and no chemicals or solvent based inks are used in the post-imaging process. 
  • Efficient – Proof and plate imaging are done on the same printer using the same ink cartridges.  
  • Compact – VIM JT-Direct Inkjet Plates provide for an extremely low system footprint CTP solution.

VIM JT Provide excellent offset quality at affordable prices for small and medium presses.



Product Specifications - VIM JT-P

Product

VIM JT-P/VIM JT-A   Direct Inkjet Plates

Plate Substrate

Polyester /  Aluminum

Media Supply

Polyester plate roll / Metal sheets    packages

Roll Size

Width:

4880: up to 420 mm (17”)

7880: up to 600 mm (24”)

Length: up to 40 m (134 ft)

Aluminum Plate Size

Width:

4880: up to 420 mm (17”)

7880: up to 600 mm (24”)

Length: differs according to target press

Gauge

175 mc, 7 mil / 150mc, 6mil / 200mc, 8mil / 300mc / 12mil

Inkjet printer ink

Epson UltraChrome K3®/HDR ink®

Processing

Process-less and chemical free.
2 minutes post-imaging baking at 130oC

Screening

Standard AM and FM (stochastic) and EDS

AM – up to 150 LPI

FM – apparent 175 LPI

Printing Technology

Wet offset

Run Length

Up to 20,000 impressions per plate

Plate type (chemistry)

Hydro inkjet imaging plate

Light Sensitivity

Daylight handling

Shelf Life

Approximately 1 year

Storage

Ambient conditions of 4oC - 28oC (40oF - 83oF) and 30%-70% relative humidity


E-mail: sales@vim-technologies.com