Wedge Printing Plate

The Wedge Printing Plate offers a convenient quality check for ink prior to use on the press. The ink can be evaluated for color, gloss, holdout, varnishability, drying time, rub and fade resistance. 

• Wedge printing plate made of high quality stainless steel for extended use
• The printing gage consists of a precisely made channel of a fixed depth to control the ink film thickness.
• The channel has a large surface area to evaluate ink properties.
• The ink is precisely hand-drawn using a scraper.
• The plate is easy to clean for quick turnaround.