Zahara Elite Newz Waterless Plates
For the first time, KBA Cortina presses have a second source for waterless plates. Zahara Elite Newz waterless plates are fully compatible with your existing workflow. No press adjustments needed.
- The only chemistry free plate with superior reading contrast without the use of coloring agents
- Chemistry-free plate setup completes the picture of eco-friendly waterless printing and improves profitability and safety during the night shifts
- High-end coating technology always provides the finest screening and a sharp dot on every substrate
- More durable plates and a chemistry-free process enable high speed and longer runs per plate to lower your operating costs
SUPERIOR READING CONTRAST
ECO FRIENDLY
DURABLE
SHARP DOT
Technical Specifications
| Plate Type | Non-ablative, thermal, negative working, waterless plate |
| Substrate | Aluminium |
| Interleaf Material |
Paper |
| Plate Sizes | Common press sizes are available |
| Plate Thickness |
.30 mm (.012") |
| Run Length* |
Up to 200.000 impressions |
| Spectral Sensitivity |
Thermal lasers, 830 nm |
| Imaging Resolution |
1200/2400/2540 dpi, AM resolution 2-98% at 200 lpi (80 l/cm), FM screening 1-99%. Cross-modulated screening 1-99% with Sublima 240 |
| Light Sensitivity |
Full daylight handling & operation up to 4 hours |
| Storage | Up to 24 months |
| Processing** | Requires no preheating, baking, gumming or dye solutions. Use with your current processor chemistry-free2 |
| Operating Environment | Daylight, 40-60% RH, 60-70°F (16-24°C) |
* Actual run lengths may vary according to press, ink and paper conditions.
** Requires the use of a qualified washer for cleaning. Your current processor may qualify