O U T P U T

PlateRite 8000II/8600
Thermal Plate Recorder
The versatility and performance you need for your pressroom
Why is thermal computer-to-plate (CTP) technology the system of choice for so many
successful companies? There’s no doubt about thermal CTP’s reliable high-quality output.
It is unrivalled for its superb sharp dots. Whenever quality is crucial, the natural choice is
thermal. Its consistency for long run lengths and easy daylight handling are also important
for many printers. And the bottom line is always about keeping the presses running.

The PlateRite 8000II and PlateRite 8600 are state-of-the-art thermal CTP recorders.
They deliver the versatility and productivity you need to keep your presses running.
And they can do this for any plate format from B3 to B1 size.

Both also offer optional inline plate punching for perfect on-press register and faster
makereadies, as well as Screen’s acclaimed autoloader options for unattended plate
loading. If you like the idea of running your pressroom at full capacity, you’ll love
the PlateRite 8000II/8600.
 Fast, reliable
thermal CTP output
Thermal plates are well known for their Model PlateRite 8000II PlateRite 8600
consistency and quality. And with the
thermal PlateRite series, you can output Plates per hour 13 20
them fast. When imaging 1030 x 800 Imaging head 32 channels 64 channels
mm (40.6” x 31.5”) plates at 2400 dpi,
Plate sizes B3 to B1
the PlateRite 8000II can output 13 plates
per hour. Or, if you need extra speed, the
PlateRite 8600 will comfortably run at
20 plates per hour. Both platesetters are
supported by Screen’s full range of
automation options.

Run your pressroom

at full capacity
370 mm (14.5")

There’s no better way to use the full Min. plate size

capacity of your pressroom than to

achieve high plate output with reliable
940 mm (37")

thermal plates. And the PlateRite 500 mm (19.6")*

8000II/8600 can do this even for
Max. plate size
pressrooms that use multiple plate sizes.
Both models can output plates for most
presses in the B3 to B1 range. The
minimum plate size is 500 x 370 mm
(19.6" x 14.5")* and the maximum is
1,160 x 940 mm (45.6" x 37"). They can 1,160 mm (45.6")
handle plates as thin as 0.15 mm (5.9
mil) and as thick as 0.3 mm (11.8 mil).
If you need to output plates for multiple
presses in this range, you owe it to
yourself to look at the PlateRite
8000II/8600.
* If manually loaded, even smaller plates can be used in the
PlateRite 8000II. Minimum 450 x 370 mm (17.7" x 14.5").
 Reap the benefits of
the PlateRite 8000II/8600’s proven,
reliable construction

Advanced external drum

design
The thermal PlateRite series is constructed
with a reliable external drum design. This
makes it possible for the drum to spin at high
speeds with the imaging head positioned
close to the surface of the plate. Easy
maintenance of the imaging head is another
key advantage of this design. Individual
laser diodes can be replaced as required.

State-of-the-art Fixed leading edge clamps Vacuum system

plate-clamping system Variable-position
trailing edge clamps

The PlateRite 8000II/8600 features an Plate

advanced automatic plate-clamping

system. A powerful vacuum-clamping
Troughs for clamp fixation
system works in combination with secure
leading edge and trailing edge clamps to Drum
provide outstanding reliability. This
ensures consistent imaging quality and
fast makeready times.

Compatible with 8-mm

clamps
The PlateRite 8000II/8600 supports the
use of 8-mm clamps as well as common
12-mm clamps. Most web offset presses
require smaller clamp sizes to ensure that
the maximum imaging area is made
available. By supporting 8-mm clamps
the PlateRite 8000II/8600 is able to
cover the requirements of both web and
sheet offset presses.
 Intelligent auto-balance
system
Thanks to this auto-balance system, no
manual adjustments are required for
drum balance when switching to a
different sized plate. All you need to do
is select the plate size from the display
menu and the auto-balance system
automatically optimizes the balance of
the recording drum.

Automatic inline
punching
Screen’s automatic inline punching
system is the industry leader for enabling
perfect register on press. It does this by
performing the two types of punching
(for press and platesetter registrations) at
the same time, immediately before
mounting the plate on the drum. This
method gives much greater accuracy
compared with either manual or off-line
punching. It also eliminates human error
and achieves faster press makeready. Up
to eight punch blocks can be mounted
and selected according to plate size and
press type.
 If automated plate production is part of your plan
for CTP success, the PlateRite 8000II/8600 has
what you’re looking for

Multi-cassette autoloader
(option)
The MA-L multi-cassette autoloader
enables complete automation in the
process of cassette changing and plate
loading. It is attached as an extension to
the single-cassette autoloader. It comes
with three cassettes as standard, each
cassette holding up to 100 plates. An
additional two cassettes are optional.
This makes it possible to image up to
500 plates of five different sizes without
operator intervention.
Plate transport Fully automatic loading and automatic interleaf removal
Cassette capacity 100 plates per cassette
No. of cassettes 3 cassettes (standard), additional 2 cassettes (optional)
Cassette transport Fully-automatic (horizontal/vertical)
Cleaning function Cleaning roller (cleans both surfaces of plates)
Cassette changeover 2 minutes (between 1st and 5th cassette)
Dimensions 1,806 mm x 3,213 mm x 1,295 mm (71.1" x 126.5" x 50.9")
(W x D x H) Plate supply section : 1,758 mm x 2,120 mm x 1,295 mm (69.2" x 83.5" x 51.0")
Cassette collection section : 1,521 mm x 1,521 mm x 855mm (59.9" x 59.9" x 33.7")
Weight 1,250 kg (2,753 lb.)
Plate supply section : 530 kg (1,166 lb.)
Cassette collection section : 720 kg (1,586 lb.)*
Power Single phase 200 to 230V ± 10%, 5A 1.0kW **
Environment 23˚C ± 2˚C (73.4˚F ± 3˚F), 40 to 70% (non-condensing)
Standard accessories 3 cassettes, interleaf paper collection box
Options Additional plate cassettes (with cassette trays and drive motors)
* Increases by 500 kg (1,102 lb.) when fully loaded with cassettes and plates.
** Powered by main unit.

PlateRite Plate
AT-T Stacker
3.6 m (11.8 ft.)

8000II/8600 processor

Multi-cassette
autoloader
MA-L

5.0 m (16.4 ft.)

7.5 m (24.6 ft.)

 Single-cassette autoloader
(option)
The SA-L single-cassette autoloader can
hold up to 100 plates. It automatically
removes interleaf paper and sends it to an
external collection box just before each
plate is loaded. No contact is made with
the sensitive emulsion side of the plate at
any stage of the transport line,
eliminating the risk of damage to the
plate. Manual loading is also possible,
providing the flexibility to use different
sized plates whenever required.
Plate transport Fully automatic loading and automatic interleaf removal
Cassette capacity 100 plates
Cleaning function Cleaning roller (cleans both surfaces of plates)
Dimensions (W x D x H) 1,806 mm x 1,758 mm x 1,295 mm (71.1" x 69.2" x 51.0")
Weight 600 kg (1,321 lb.)
Power Single phase 200 to 230V ± 10%, 5A 1.0kW *
Environment 23˚C ± 2˚C (73.4˚F ± 3.6˚F), 40 to 70% (non-condensing)
Upgrade paths Manual to SA-L or MA-L; SA-L to MA-L
Standard accessories Plate cassette and carrier
Interleaf paper collection box
Options Additional plate cassettes and carriers (with cassette dust covers)
* Powered by main unit
2.5 m (8.2 ft.)

Single-cassette
PlateRite Plate
autoloader AT-T Stacker
8000II/8600 processor
SA-L

5.0 m (16.4 ft.)

7.5 m (24.6 ft.)

Processor bridge 8000II/8600 and the inline processor.

Exposed plates are moved from the
PlateRite onto the bridge. From the
The AT-T processor bridge automates bridge, the plates can then be conveyed
plate transport between the PlateRite to the plate processor.
Multi-cassette loading

The lifting unit moves to the same The cassette is conveyed

level as the cassette that holds the into the single-cassette
selected plate type. autoloader.

The cassette is lifted to the loading

position.

Innovative plate-handling system

ensures no contact with front of plate

Sensor automatically detects

plate/interleaf paper

External collection box for ejected interleaf paper

MA-L
Up to 5 cassettes, each with up to 100 plates
Up to 5 different plate sizes (or all same)
Maximum 500 plates loaded without operator intervention
 Processor bridge completes automated line,
compatible with major processor types

Inline punching system (option)

Plate loading

A sensor moves into place to detect Suction pads grip the backside of the
whether the first layer is a plate or plate (no contact is made with the front)
interleaf paper. and it is loaded inside the PlateRite.

The same sensor again detects for The interleaf paper is lifted away and
plate or interleaf paper. ejected to an external collection box.
 Take full advantage of CTP production
with these solutions

Trueflow
Intelligent RIP’ing power
for PDF workflows
Fast platesetters need the right system to
drive them. Screen provides this with
Trueflow, an intelligent RIP’ing system
that enables the control and speed
required to match the performance of the
PlateRite 8000II/8600. PostScript 3 files. Screen has used its many
years of prepress expertise in workflow
Trueflow is the world’s first Web browser-
systems to build this core into an innovative
operated PDF workflow solution. It is
and reliable PDF workflow system.
designed as an open production system
supporting a range of file formats. It can Hot folders and job tickets for
output Outline PDF, RIP’ed PDF, faster workflow
RIP’ed PostScript, and 1-bit TIFF files.
Trueflow brings workflow automation
With Trueflow you can be sure of the to a new level. Dropping data files into
speed and flexibility you need to Trueflow’s hot folders is all it takes to
efficiently create a high-performance process jobs automatically. Job tickets can
workflow. You can drive your workflow be used to specify high quality trapping
with one of the industry’s most advanced or flexible imposition. Trueflow can
workflow solutions. provide your workflow with outstanding
late-binding functionality. Changes can
Built on Adobe technology be made to any page without affecting the
Trueflow is built on Adobe’s latest other pages. It’s also very easy to add in
interpreter technology to enable full pages that arrive late. This eliminates delays
support for PDF 1.3 and 1.4, and and keeps jobs ready for fast plate output.

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 CIP3/CIP4 support Screen continues to work in the industry
for further prepress, press, and postpress
integration, especially with CIP4’s XML-
based Job Definition Format (JDF).
Screen is a founding member of both With Screen, you can be sure that the
CIP3 (Cooperation for Integration of equipment you use today will be in step
Prepress, Press, and PostPress) and CIP4 with the solutions of tomorrow.
(Cooperation for Integration of Processes
in Prepress, Press, and PostPress). As part CIP3 Ink-key
Converter controller
of these initiatives, Screen works with PPF
major printing press manufacturers to
implement innovations such as PPF
(Print Production Format).
Implementing solutions such as PPF is
another way to reduce makeready times
and ensure streamlined production. Trueflow PlateRite 8000II/8600 Press

SPEKTA
AM/FM hybrid screening
The PlateRite 8000II/8600 supports
Spekta screening. Spekta combines the
strengths of both conventional AM
screening methods and advanced FM SPEKTA
(stochastic) screening. This makes it
possible to produce extraordinary quality
with ordinary screen rulings.
All the dots in Spekta screens are at least
slightly randomized so that moiré and
visible rosette patterns can never occur.
And by applying FM screening methods
to highlights and shadow areas, Spekta AM screening
produces breathtaking detail and color
completely free of jagged edges and
broken lines. Spekta screening and the
PlateRite 8000II/8600 make an
unbeatable combination. SPEKTA

AM screening SPEKTA AM screening

Space requirements

B C

A Dimensions
A B C
mm 1,285 1,295 2,420
inches 50.5" 50.9" 95.2"

PlateRite 8000II/8600 specifications

Model name PT-R8000II PT-R8600
Recording system External drum
Light source 32-channel infrared laser diodes 64-channel infrared laser diodes
Plate size Maximum 1,160 mm x 940 mm (45.6" x 37")
Minimum 500 mm x 370 mm (19.6" x 14.5")*
Exposure size Maximum 1,160 mm x 924 mm (45.6" x 36.3")
Minimum 500 mm x 354 mm (19.6" x 13.9")**
Across the drum Same as plate size
Around the drum Plate size less 16 mm (0.62") or 24 mm (0.94")**
Media Thermal (infrared sensitive) plates
Media thickness 0.15 mm to 0.3 mm (5.9 mil to 11.8 mil)
Resolutions 1,200/2,000/2,400/4,000 dpi
Repeatability ±5 microns***
Productivity 13 plates/hr at 2,400 dpi 20 plates/hr at 2,400 dpi
(1,030 mm x 800 mm/40.5" x 31.4" plates)**** (1,030 mm x 800 mm/40.5" x 31.4" plates)****
Interface Fast PIF
Plate transport Semi-automatic loading (standard)
Fully-automatic loading (optional)
Punch systems (optional) SCREEN, Heidelberg, Protocol, Komori, and others
Dimensions 2,420 mm x 1,295 mm x 1,285 mm
(W x D x H) (95.2" x 50.9" x 50.5")
Weight Approx. 1,150 kg (2,530 lb.)
Environment 23˚C ±2˚C (73.4˚F ±3.6˚F), 40% to 70% relative humidity (non-condensing)
Power requirements Single phase 200 V to 230 V, 25 A, 4.0 kW***** Single phase 200 V to 230 V, 35 A, 5.0 kW*****
* If manually loaded, even smaller plates can be used in the PlateRite 8000 II. Minimum 450 x 370 mm (17.7" x 14.5").
** Use of 8-mm clamps results in 16-mm reduction of exposure size. Use of 12-mm clamps results in 24-mm reduction.
Maximum drum speed of 600 rpm for 8-mm clamps or for plates smaller than 650 mm x 550 mm (25.5" x 1.6").
*** Over four consecutive exposures on one plate at 23˚C (73.4˚F) and 60% relative humidity.
**** Output speed may vary depending on the sensitivity of the media and selection of clamp size.
***** Also covers power requirements of SA-L, MA-L, AT-T, & blower unit.

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