HP - Indigo 3050

Key Technical Aspects:

Dimensions and Specifications : The HP Indigo 3050 has a footprint of 13.12 ft x 4.92 ft x 5.57 ft (4 m x 1.5 m x 1.7 m) and weighs approximately 4,400 lbs (2,000 kg). It has a maximum sheet size of 12.6 in x 18.5 in (320 mm x 470 mm) and a minimum sheet size of 3.15 in x 3.15 in (80 mm x 80 mm). The press has a maximum print speed of 40 m/min (131 ft/min) and can produce up to 12,000 sheets per hour.

Paper Handling : The HP Indigo 3050 features a vacuum-fed paper handling system with a maximum input capacity of 10,000 sheets. It has a dual-input tray system, allowing for simultaneous printing of two different substrates. The press also features an automatic sheet detection system, which ensures accurate registration and minimizes waste.

Printing Unit : The HP Indigo 3050 uses HP's proprietary ElectroInk technology, which provides high-quality, photo-realistic images with a resolution of up to 2,438 dpi. The press has a maximum print speed of 40 m/min (131 ft/min) and can produce up to 12,000 sheets per hour. It also features HP's One-Shot Color technology, which enables precise color registration and minimizes color shifts.

Ink System : The HP Indigo 3050 uses HP's ElectroInk, a liquid ink system that provides vibrant, high-quality colors. The ink system has a capacity of 1 liter per color, and the press can accommodate up to 7 colors, including white and spot colors. The ElectroInk system also features HP's Ink Alert system, which monitors ink levels and alerts the operator when ink needs to be replenished.

Plate Cylinder : The HP Indigo 3050 features a digital plate cylinder, which eliminates the need for traditional printing plates. The digital plate cylinder uses a thermal imaging process to create the image, allowing for fast and easy job changes and minimizing waste. The plate cylinder has a diameter of 1.57 in (40 mm) and a circumference of 4.92 in (125 mm).