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Paste Ink Proofer - RK Print

RK Print Paste Ink Proofer (PIP) delivers quick, repeatable colour matching of litho, web-offset and letterpress inks in 2-3 minutes. From Cromocol.

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Paste Ink Proofer - RK Print

Product Description

The Paste Ink Proofer (PIP) from RK Print is the RK instrument for quick, repeatable and highly accurate proofing and colour-matching of all types of litho, web-offset and letterpress inks and varnishes.

The Paste Ink Proofer is unique in featuring automated operation, eliminating the need to weigh or measure ink samples. Accurate proofs are produced in a single operation, with no messy weighing or measuring of inks unlike other proofers.

Main Features

  • Two inks may be proofed simultaneously for direct comparison
  • A complete inking, proofing and cleaning cycle takes only 2-3 minutes
  • Multiple proofs are easily obtained using any substrate
  • Reduces press downtime

Applications

The proofs produced are ideal for computer colour matching and spectrophotometer readings, making the PIP well suited to quality control, presentation purposes, research and development, and the generation of colour-matching data.

Technical Specifications


Overview
  • RK instrument for quick, repeatable and highly accurate proofing and colour-matching of all types of litho, web-offset and letterpress inks and varnishes
  • Automated operation that eliminates the need to weigh or measure ink samples
  • Produces accurate proofs in a single operation

Main Features
  • No messy weighing or measuring of inks, unlike other proofers
  • Two inks may be proofed simultaneously for comparison
  • Complete inking, proofing and cleaning cycle in only 2-3 minutes
  • Multiple proofs easily obtained using any substrate
  • Reduces press downtime

Applications
  • Quality control of inks and coatings
  • Presentation and sample preparation
  • Research and development
  • Computer colour matching and spectrophotometer readings

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the RK Print Paste Ink Proofer used for?
The Paste Ink Proofer (PIP) is used for quick, repeatable and highly accurate proofing and colour-matching of all types of litho, web-offset and letterpress inks and varnishes. The proofs it produces are ideal for quality control, presentation, R&D and generating colour-matching data.
How is the Paste Ink Proofer different from other proofers?
The PIP is unique in featuring automated operation that eliminates the need to weigh or measure ink samples. There is no messy weighing or measuring of inks, and accurate proofs are produced in a single operation.
How long does a proofing cycle take?
A complete inking, proofing and cleaning cycle takes only 2-3 minutes, which helps reduce press downtime and allows multiple proofs to be obtained quickly.
Can two inks be compared at the same time?
Yes. Two inks may be proofed simultaneously, making the PIP well suited to side-by-side comparison of colour and other ink properties.
Are the proofs suitable for instrumental colour measurement?
Yes. The proofs produced are ideal for computer colour matching and spectrophotometer readings, and multiple proofs can easily be obtained using any substrate.

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