alinte 4 range
manual / semi / automatic
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alinte 4 range
alinte 4e alinte 4 Manual and Semi-Automatic
It is possible to have reliability, repeatability and accuracy all in one affordable solution. In semi-automatic configuration, increased automation results from an online processor attached to
Our flexible, entry-level 4 page CTP allows the level of automation and productivity to be the CTP. The manual permits separate, off line plate processing. The manual and semi-automatic are
tailored, even after initial investment, with field upgradable options. specifically designed to be flexible, and as demand for faster turnaround and productivity increases,
• Base model 14 x 4 page plates per hour at 1200 dpi both models can be upgraded to meet business needs.
• Base model 10 x 4 page plates per hour at 2400 dpi • Up to 35 x 4 page plates per hour at 1200 dpi
• Maximum plate: 765 x 686 mm • Up to 24 x 4 page plates per hour at 2400 dpi
• Modularity; manual to semi-automatic to fully automatic configurations • Maximum plate: 765 x 686 mm
• Productivity options (see range specification on the back page) • Assisted Manual plate feed
• Internal drum; high quality plate production • Automatic plate processing
• Resolutions to meet all production needs on semi-automatic
• Small plate option • Industry standard or custom
• Small footprint punch options
• Compatible with low chemistry and chemistry free violet technology • Small plate option
• Upgradeable from manual to full
automation
• Compatible with low chemistry and
chemistry free violet technology
(Diagram shows semi-automatic configuration)
About FFEI
FFEI is dedicated to developing technologies that make a difference in daily lives. Whether it’s enhancing individual
expression in print or making the news more immediate our company’s digital imaging expertise has a focus on
lifestyle improvement.
As a former Fujifilm business unit, we are built on firm foundations. By continuing to employ the highest calibre
technology, best-in-class partners and well trained personnel, we combine the infrastructure of a blue-chip
company with the flexibility and creativity of a start-up. This unique culture results in the ability to rapidly expand
our range of products to meet today’s needs and tomorrow’s challenges.
Why violet?
The laser pen in a FFEI violet CTP boasts a life of over 5000 imaging hours – five years of typical commercial use –
giving large cost savings compared to the multiple laser arrays or laser bars used in thermal devices. These savings
are not only on initial purchase prices, but long-term servicing, laser replacement and daily running costs are
dramatically reduced too.
alinte 4 SAL alinte 4 MAL
An affordable route to automatic production, the single cassette autoloader (SAL) uses unique ID to For customers that demand high throughput and unattended operation, the FFEI multi cassette
recognise cassettes/media held offline. The cassette supports various plate sizes which can be loaded autoloader (MAL) is an affordable route to completely automatic production. With flexible format
via a wheeled trolley when production dictates. The SAL is designed to be flexible and as demand sizes, a wide range of image resolutions and award-winning technologies, the MAL delivers
increases it can be upgraded to meet business needs. unquestionable quality and performance.
• Up to 35 x 4 page plates per hour at 1200 dpi • Up to 35 x 4 page plates per hour at 1200 dpi
• Up to 24 x 4 page plates per hour at 2400 dpi • Up to 24 x 4 page plates per hour at 2400 dpi
• Maximum plate: 765 x 686 mm • Maximum plate: 765 x 686 mm
• Up to 120 plate capacity • Industry standard or custom punch
• Industry standard or custom punch • Wide range of image resolutions
• Automatic plate processing • Supports 3 cassettes online and 4 offline
• Quick cassette changeover, maximising press uptime • Up to 150 plates per cassette
• Wide range of image resolutions • Quick cassette changeover, maximising press uptime
• Daylight operation • Daylight operation
• Automatic cassette identification • Small plate option
• Manual plate loading slot (optional) • Continuous unattended
• Small plate option operation
• Fully upgradeable from SAL to MAL • Compatible with low
configuration chemistry and chemistry
• Automatic inter-leaf removal free violet technology
• Compatible with low chemistry and
chemistry free violet technology
Quality &
production
Our internal drum platesetters utilise a plate edge detect system to accurately identify the edge using a laser
beam, ensuring precise plate to plate registration. The imaging laser beam reaches the plate via a patented
optical system and a spinning mirror places the image dots with an accuracy measured in microns.
Production of quality imaging systems using market-leading technologies is of the utmost importance. Managing the
production of CTP equipment from the ground up, our award-winning, environmentally controlled factory contains laser, optical
and final product assembly.
Innovation is a core strength at FFEI. New products are not released until they meet our stringent quality control measures, so
customers are assured of tested and reliable products.
FFEI has been awarded the internationally recognised environmental and quality standards, ISO 14001 and ISO 9001:2008 in
recognition of the company’s ongoing commitment to running an efficient, environmentally friendly operation, and to provid-
ing its customers with high quality, marketing leading design and manufacturing capabilities.
alinte 4 range Technical Specification
Imaging Patented violet laser technology / Laser wave length 405 nm
1-99% dot reproduction*
FM capable
Media supply alinte 4 MAL: Auto , three cassettes online up to 150 plates per cassette*, auto interleaf removal
alinte 4 SAL: Single cassette autoloader up to 120 plates per cassette*, optional plate loading slot, auto interleaf removal
alinte 4 Semi-Automatic and Manual: Manual plate feed
alinte 4e: Manual plate feed
Media type Compatible with all major violet plate manufacturers
Plate thicknesses 0.15 mm 0.20 mm 0.24 mm 0.30 mm
(Landscape)
Maximum plate size 525 x 459 mm 765 x 686 mm 765 x 686 mm 765 x 686 mm
Minimum plate size 350 x 350 mm 350 x 350 mm 350 x 350 mm 350 x 350 mm
(Portrait)
Maximum plate size 459 x 459 mm 500 x 686 mm 500 x 686 mm 500 x 686 mm
Minimum plate size 350 x 350 mm 350 x 350 mm 350 x 350 mm 350 x 350 mm
Min/max image area Plate size -4 mm
Small Plate Option Landscape Portrait
320 x 290 x 0.15 mm 279 x 381 x 0.15 mm
Productivity (pph) 24 pph @2400 dpi
alinte 4 Manual & Semi- 35 pph @1200 dpi
Automatic, SAL and
MAL
Productivity (pph) Standard Speed Upgrade
alinte 4e 10 pph @2400 dpi 15 pph @2400 dpi
14 pph @1200 dpi 20 pph @1200 dpi
User interface PC based, intuitive support interface
Recorder interface Firewire IEEE 1394
Options/upgrades Upgrade from Manual to Semi-Automatic, to SAL through to MAL
Industry standard or custom internal punch (excluding Alinte 4e)
Two standard resolutions supplied with engine. Additional resolutions are field upgradeable.
Resolutions: Choose from 1200 / 1219 / 1270 / 2400 / 2438 / 2450 / 3600 / 3657 dpi
Small plate option
Extra cassette/s
Tilt trolley (for alinte 4 MAL only)
Connectivity/RIP support RealPro Workflow or Alinte Tiff Catcher
Environment ** Equipment: Operating range, Temperature: 18 - 29°C Humidity: 20 - 70% non condensing
Media: For optimum operating range please refer to the media manufacturer’s technical data
Power requirements 230 + 10% - 6% VAC 50/60 Hz single phase 10 A
Weight (excluding alinte 4 MAL: 1790 kg (3938 lbs)
processor) alinte 4 SAL: 1340 kg (2948 lbs)
alinte 4 Semi-Automatic and Manual: 1040 kg (2288 lbs)
alinte 4e (entry-level): 620 kg (1365 lbs)
* Plate dependent
** For further information please refer to the equipment documentation
FFEI Ltd
The Cube, Maylands Avenue, Hemel Hempstead, Herts, HP2 7DF,UK
Tel: +44 (0)1442 213440 Web: www.ffei.co.uk
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All specifications are correct at the time of publishing. It remains the right of FFEI to change the
specification at any time in line with our policy of continuous product development.
