spray powder advice needed

Discussion in '4-Color Offset Presses +' started by aqazi81, Jan 25, 2012.

  1. aqazi81

    aqazi81 Senior Member

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    I need a bit advice on the choice of spray powder, most of our jobs are printed on 230-350 gsm box board. what type of spray powder should I use?... currently we are using 300/C powder.
    What's the difference between coated and uncoated spray powder?:confused:
     
  2. spike

    spike Senior Member

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    i believe the diffrence is that coated powders .coated with scillicone are better suited for machines with powder sprayer
    to keep powder lines dry also may have abetter result on coated stocks as it will not remove the shine from inks
    like some non coated powders
     
  3. Grant B

    Grant B Senior Member

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    The number indicates the spray size (micron), and the letter 'C' indicates Coated. Coated sprays are best used on one sided board jobs. Expect a quick build up of spray on your blankets if you have to back up jobs. Most graphics supply companies websites will have information on the variety of sprays available.
     
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