CTP-Xmax

Thermal Plate Developer

Product Usage

Developer for Thermal Plates - medium strength

 

Features and Benefits

  • Gentle development without attacking the aluminium base layer
  • Sharp-edged, uniform development – even with fine screens and gradients
  • Long bath life and stable development performance thanks to an effective buffering and chelating-agent system
  • Low sludge and deposit formation – reduced cleaning and maintenance
  • Constant conductivity as a reliable control parameter for replenishment
  • User-friendly handling and good environmental compatibility
  • Effective protection of the plate coating – increases print-run stability
  • Replenishment with dedicated replenisher or developer top-up

Packaging

20 liter cans, 200 liter drums

Directions

Test-run plates with default settings of plate processor.

Recommended temperature range 22° C -26° C, start with 23°C. Dip time: 20-30 seconds, start at 25 seconds.

Top-Up replenishment with developer : 100-180 ml/m2 (start at 140 ml) + 150 - 180 ml/h standby.

With replenisher: 60 - 80 ml/m2 + 40 - 60 ml/h.

IMPORTANT! Observe the plate manufacturer's recommend exposure settings. Deviations can cause sludge formation!

Technical Specifications

  • Form: liquids
  • Farbe: clear, colourless to slightly yellowish
  • water-miscible: yes
  • pH-value: > 13

Storage and Shelf Life

Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place between 5 °C and 30 °C. Keep containers tightly closed and protect from direct sunlight. Wear suitable personal protective equipment when handling (safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves). Observe the safety data sheet. Shelf life in the unopened original container under proper storage conditions: 12 months.

Labelling: GHS02, GHS07. Signal word: Danger

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