Flexographic Printing Plates

Artech’s published plate families include DuPont Cyrel and FLEXCEL NX. Plate selection depends on the job requirements, substrate, ink system, press conditions, artwork and final print application.

Plate families and published figures

Family or routePublished information
DuPont CyrelPlate family; confirm the required grade and gauge.
Miraclon FLEXCEL NXHPlate family; confirm the required grade and gauge.
Digital / FAST routeMaximum plate size: 34 × 46 inches.
NX routeMaximum plate size: 31 × 41 inches.
ThicknessPublished starting thickness: 1.7 mm.
Ink systemsPublished families: water-based, UV and solvent-based.

These maximum figures describe plate size, not usable imaging area. The thickness starting point is not a complete list of available gauges. Confirm the required plate grade, gauge, image dimensions and compatibility for your press, ink and substrate before ordering.

Files and technical inquiry

Published file inputs include TIFF/LEN files in a ZIP archive and stepped and distorted PDF files. Provide artwork, press information, substrate, deadline and plate requirements. Use Order Now / File Requirements for the published order workflow.

If artwork preparation is needed, review Flexographic Prepress Services. For a Canadian or US destination, review Shipping & Delivery.

Materials and production checks

Artech uses Miraclon FLEXCEL NXH and DuPont plate materials. Confirm the appropriate DuPont grade, gauge and material choice for your job; no certified-partner status is implied.

Equipment calibration and monitoring support production quality. Job-specific checks include plate floor, UV/exposure and curing requirements. The checks depend on the material and application; this is not a certification or a zero-defect guarantee.

Production timing and sample plates

Small plates or remakes may be possible the same day; substantial jobs typically take 24–48 hours. Confirm the production schedule after requirements, artwork and proof approval. Quality comes first, and production timing is separate from shipping or delivery.

Sample plates may be available where appropriate. Ask about suitability and arrangements for your application before proceeding.

Technician checking a flexographic plate mounted on a press cylinder
Kodak Flexcel NX laminator used in flexographic plate production

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Need flexographic plates or prepress support?

Artech Images can help with flexographic plate production, prepress graphics, proofing, file preparation, and backup support for label and packaging printers.

Send us your project details, artwork, plate requirements, or deadline, and our team will review the file and confirm the next steps.

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