:! By the way this forum is a great idea. Just wish more would get involved. Bruce

I'm running a komori L528. Can anybody explain how the ink/water ratio settings work? I've read the manual on the subject and I have a general idea of what settings are for but how does one know where to set the ratios at? Currently I have my ink ratio at 135, the water at 145. Any suggestions? Thanks

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Bruce I Am Working In Tel Aviv Soon What Press Are You On

Paul, Hi Bruce here. I'll be calling you soon. Thanks again.

Hello, I'm on a L528 w/coater, 2003.

Basically, the faster you print the more damp you need. The idea of ratio is that it compensates for this automatically. At 150% and full speed the damp will be 50% more than it was at the 'turning point' ie the point at which the ratio effect cuts in, usually just after min print speed 3,500iph (this is preset but can be changed via the PQC). You'd need to run at full speed for a while and then begin to drop the ratio til you get catchup then up it slightly til the catchup goes. The damp should then be right at all speeds. Of course you have to do this for all units, since the roller settings may differ. Same thing with the ink ratio - but get the damp ratio done first.

I would seriously advise anyone not to follow Richards directions i have been both a komori showroom and field demonstrator for over 6 years now and have never worked like this. Richard how using your theory do you calibrate the ink ratios using ??????????????? dose your 28 have KHS????????????

OK let's hear how you'd do it.

I can only say that, having only had 38 years at the sharp end in print perhaps you're better informed as a demonstrator.

To my mind you need to set your damp first - then adjust inking.

I am prepared to be corrected - never too old to learn a better method.

Richard , There are no settings done on any Komori at 13,000sph or 15,000sph to do with ratios I totaly hear what you are saying that you have 38 yrs exp and i am sure you are a fine printer. I demonstrate new and used Komori presses world wide and if you drop me your details i am more than happy to ring you and talk you through any settings you might be uncertain on Paul@printdemonstrator.co.uk or if you are going to Drupa i will be working there.