High Durability & Precision for Demanding Flexo Applications
AFP™-SH / DSH is a hard flexo plate designed to meet rising demands for exceptional print quality and long-lasting performance.
With improved mechanical strength and low dot gain in highlights, this plate delivers consistent, high-resolution results across a wide range of challenging applications—especially in flexible packaging and label printing.
Key advantages:
- Balanced reproduction of solids, halftones, and text on film, foil, and coated surfaces
- Fast platemaking and easy handling improve workflow and print quality
- Extended tonal range for refined image output
- Excellent UV ink resistance
- Broad exposure latitude for consistent results
- Sharp shoulder relief and deep intermediate depths for reverse elements
- High ozone resistance supports long-term plate storage
| AFP™-SH DSH | ||||
| Thickness | 1.14 , | 1.70 , | 2.54, , | 2.84 , |
| Hardness / Shore A | 77 | 69 | 63 | 63 |
| K factor | 5.98 , | 9.89 , | 15.17 , | 17.05 , |
| Resolution 150 lpi conventional | 1-95% | 1-95% | 1-95% | 1-95% |
| Resolution 175 lpi conventional | 1-95% | 1-95% | 1-95% | 1-95% |
| Isolated line / µm | 80 | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| Isolated line / µm | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 |
Plate Processing & Application Guidelines
The AFP™-SH / DSH flexo plates can be processed using all Asahi AFP™ systems or equivalent equipment. The plate is back-exposed to establish the desired relief depth and maximize UV sensitivity. After removing the protective film, main exposure is carried out.
For the AFP™-D(igital)SH version, the film removal is followed by laser imaging using standard YAG, diode, or fiber lasers. The plate is then exposed, dried, and finished using UVA and UVC light to achieve optimal print-ready properties.
AFP™-SH / DSH plates are fully compatible with common UV, solvent-, and water-based inks. After printing, plates must be thoroughly cleaned. Avoid direct exposure to sunlight and heat during storage.