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Lithographic Printing Specifications

Digital Guidelines
Print Specifications - Flexographic Printing
  1. The maximum number of available colors varies, depending upon the press being used. Please call your sales rep or CSR for assistance.

  2. Envelope converting equipment has a +/- 1/16" variance during folding. Allow minimum bleeds of 1/8" to achieve desired results.

  3. Rule weights should be a minimum of 1/2 pt. In reverse areas the minimum is 1 pt.

  4. Any point size can be used, but we recommend a minimum of 5 pt. type in positive areas and 7 pt. type in reverse areas.

  5. Screens are run at 133-150 lpi, depending on the press being used.

  6. Standard litho traps (ink overlaps) are 1/4 pt.