IGT C1-5 Offset Proofer

The IGT C1-5 Offset Proofer is a dedicated colour proofing solution for both conventional and UV offset inks. Designed for precise, cost-effective colour testing, it allows printing directly on a wide variety of substrates, including tubes, cans, paper, board, and plastics. Ideal for industries requiring high-accuracy colour measurement and print quality testing, this proofer saves time and reduces the need for trial runs on full production presses.

Key Features:

• Produces colour strips with known ink layer thickness for accurate measurement

• Supports conventional and UV offset inks

• Versions available for 50 mm print width; multiple prints per substrate possible

• CTx3 version prints on tubes and cans with diameters from 16 mm to 68 mm

• Fast ink distribution (30 s) and printing disc inking (15 s)

• Automatic printing pressure application and lifting system

• Simple and quick cleaning thanks to driven oscillating aluminum drums

• Adjustable printing force: 100 – 1000 N in 19 steps

• Can print directly on coated/uncoated materials: paper, board, plastics, metals, laminates, cellophane

• Three-roller inking system with rubber rollers for conventional or UV inks

• Rigid construction suitable for production environments

• CE compliant; standard one-year guarantee

Applications:

• Colour measurement and matching using spectrophotometers

• Visual appraisal and quality control of print jobs

• Density measurements, scratch resistance, wear resistance, gloss, ink transfer, adhesion, and coverage

• Testing printing quality, set-off, and mottle

• Suitable for industries: printing inks, packaging, paper & board, graphic arts, resins, lacquers, coatings, and raw materials

Technical Specifications:

• Dimensions: 60 × 50 × 30 cm | Weight: 35 kg | Area: 720 cm²

• Electrical: 90–240 V / 50–60 Hz

• Print width: 50 mm | Print length: 200 mm

• Measurement range: 0.3 – 10 µm

• Space requirement: 0.7 m²

• Compatible accessories: UV dryers, glossmeters, ink pipettes, gloss & mottle sets