Corraflex
Corraflex compressible plate mounting materials are engineered with a proprietary microcellular impact-resistant foam that provides cushioning of the photopolymer plate in the Flexographic printing process of Corrugated boxes. The “ F “ series product is supported with a high strength polyester to ensure dimensional stability and serve as a mounting base. The “ R “ series is reinforced with a rigid grey .030” PVC. Corraflex materials are manufactured in a wide range of thickness and are available in strippable and non-strippable versions.
Product Description
Corraflex compressible plate mounting materials are engineered with a proprietary microcellular impact-resistant foam that provides cushioning of the photopolymer plate in the Flexographic printing process of Corrugated boxes. The ‘F’ series product is supported with a high strength polyester to ensure dimensional stability and serve as a mounting base. The ‘R’ series is reinforced with a rigid grey .030” PVC. Corraflex materials are manufactured in a wide range of thickness and are available in strippable and non-strippable versions.
As a compressible mounting carrier for corrugated printing, Corraflex displays excellent compression/recovery properties. The high-tech structure of the foam prevents board crush, fluting and print skip even at high speed. Corraflex is easy to stitch / punch and is a lighter weight material that ensures easier transport and maneuverability around the printing press.
Technical Data
| Property | Corraflex F | Corraflex R |
| Construction | .010” (0.254mm) polyester / microcellular foam | .030” (0.762mm) PVC / microcellular foam |
| Thickness Range (Custom gauges available upon request) | .060” / .160” (1.524mm / 4.064mm) | .125”/.142”/.155” (3.175mm/3.607mm/3.937mm) |
| Thickness tolerance | +/- .002” within roll (0.051mm) | +/- .002” within roll (0.051mm) |
| Master Width | 60” (1.524m) | 60” (1.524m) |
| Length | 100 ft (30.48m) | 50 ft (15.24m) |
| Solvent Resistance – Water – Common Ink Solvents (hydrocarbons, alcohols, ketones & esters) | – Excellent – Excellent | – Excellent – Excellent |
| Heat Resistance | 200°F (93°C) | 200°F (93°C) |