Computer to Plate Technologies - The Current Product Realities.

There has been a great deal of hype and misinformation about the nature of computer to plate technologies. In particular, there is a need for a fair comparison of various plate technologies based upon the laser image technology, plate construction and press running characteristics. It is the purpose of this paper to review computer to plate technologies with emphasis on the digital plates, the compatibility with particular lasers and digital plate setter technology technology. Practical suggestions and hands-on information are presented to show how to optimize performance.