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BLADE MASTER doctor blades are manufactured by processing premium raw materials with advanced doctor blade technologies. Read this guide before use to achieve maximum performance and durability.
02 — BLADE MASTER® TECHNICAL GUIDEUser
User
Guide.
Practical steps for correct storage, installation and controlled printing.
10Technical steps50–60°Rotogravure20–40°Flexo
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the same quality every time.
Compression forming is one of the most advanced technologies used in doctor blade manufacturing. Our computer-controlled process ensures consistent quality across every order.
APPLICATION STEPSCorrect practice that
Correct practice that
protects performance.
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Inspect the blade holder and remove any material that may prevent the doctor blade from seating correctly.
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Keep BLADE MASTER doctor blades in their original packaging until installation.
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Handle doctor blades carefully. Precision edges can be damaged easily.
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Install the doctor blades straight and parallel in the blade holder.
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Adjust the blade holder so that the blades remain parallel to the cylinders.
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Check the contact angle between blade and cylinder. Recommended angles are 50–60° for rotogravure and 20–40° for flexographic printing.
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For clean metering, apply the lowest possible pressure to the doctor blade.
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Before printing, ensure that the cylinder has no damaged or rough surfaces.
APPLICATION STEP
Contamination in the ink may damage blades and cylinders. Filter the ink before printing; we recommend using a magnetic filter.
TECHNICAL REMINDER
Get technical support ↗Check the blade-to-cylinder angle: 50–60° for rotogravure and 20–40° for flexographic printing.
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