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ACHIEVE T400/T800 Platesetters

High-level quality. Entry-level cost.

KODAK ACHIEVE T400/T800 Platesetters deliver the stability and reliability of Kodak’s thermal CTP technology at exceptional value. So you can provide print quality that sets you apart from your competition – without breaking the bank.

 

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Exceptional quality and value

The KODAK ACHIEVE T400/T800 Platesetter delivers the stability and reliability of Kodak’s thermal CTP technology at exceptional value, enabling you to provide print quality that differentiates you from your competition. This robust external-drum thermal CTP device has been specifically designed for the demanding needs of general commercial and publication printers. With a small footprint that minimizes space requirements, the ACHIEVE Platesetter meets international ergonomic standards for easy access and minimal physical effort, and offers reliable plate making of up to 22 8-page plates per hour. Affordable automation options meet your business needs and help drive maximum productivity, flexible resources and reduced labor costs. New features, such as more automation and significant power savings, make the latest ACHIEVE Platesetters a smart investment for your business.

General specifications
Technology 830 nm platesetter with thermal light valve TH5 Imaging Technology, external drum
Automation options Standard: Semi-automatic plate loading and unloading.
Auto Unload (optional): Semi-automatic plate loading and automatic unloading to plate processor or stacker; optional automatic plate rotation.1
Autoloader (optional): Automated plate loading and unloading of up to 80 plates without slip sheets (0.3 mm); optional automatic plate rotation.1
Single Cassette Unit (optional): Automated plate loading and unloading of up to 120 plates (0.3 mm) with automated slip sheet removal, optional automatic plate rotation.1
Multi Cassette Unit (optional): Automated plate loading and unloading of up to 480 plates in 4 cassettes, each containing up to 120 plates of the same size and thickness with slip sheets, enabling up to 4 plate sizes online. The required cassette is automatically selected according to job definition. Standard: 2 cassettes. Optional: 4 cassettes total. Optional automatic plate rotation.1
In-line punch option
  • Up to 10 customized punch heads. Select from a list of punches qualified for ACHIEVE T400/T800 Platesetters
  • Optional automatic punching is operated according to press profile selected from the KODAK Workflow
  • Punch is available on the front edge of the plate only
  • Automatic punch system adjustment for centering of plate
Media support Support for a wide variety of KODAK Plates and third-party plates.
Performance specifications
T400 Platesetter T800 Platesetter
Throughput at 2400 dpi2,3 plates per hour (pph) For plate size 724 x 838 mm
S speed = 22 pph
F speed = 28 pph
For plate size 1,030 x 838 mm
S speed = 16 pph
F speed = 22 pph
Repeatability ± 5 microns between two consecutive exposures on the same plate left on the drum
Accuracy ± 20 microns between two plates imaged on the same device
Registration ± 25 microns between image and plate edge
Workflow connectivity Standard KODAK Print Console with TIFF Downloader Software included; connects to KODAK PRINERGY Workflow and most third-party workflow systems. JDF/JMF Connectivity Option enables functionality in the Print Console software to provide job and device status.
Imaging specifications
T400 Platesetter T800 Platesetter
Resolution 2400 dpi or 1200 dpi
Screening 200 lpi max line screen; Optional: 36-micron KODAK STACCATO Screening
Maximum plate size:
around drum x along drum4
838 x 990 mm
  • Standard: 838 x 1,143 mm
  • Auto Unload/Autoloader/SCU/MCU: 838 x 1,118 mm
Minimum plate size:
around drum x along drum4
Standard: 267 x 215 mm
Auto Unload/Autoloader/SCU/MCU: 330 x 270 mm5
Standard: 267 x 215 mm
Auto Unload/Autoloader/SCU/MCU: 330 x 270 mm5
Maximum image area:
around drum x along drum
827.9 x 990 mm Standard: 827.9 x 1,143 mm
Auto Unload/Autoloader/SCU/MCU: 827.9 x 1,118 mm
Physical characteristics
Size (H x W x D) / Weight
  • Standard: 160 x 200 x 120 cm / 650 kg
  • Auto Unload: 170 x 200 x 128 cm / 762 kg
  • Autoloader: 184 x 200 128 cm / 796 kg
  • SCU: 186 x 233 x 231 cm / 1,158 kg
  • MCU: 191 x 233 x 254 cm / 1,837 kg
  • In-Line punch system option: 102 x 151 x 120 cm / 177 kg
  • For long unload table with plate rotation option: height becomes 210 cm, and 53 cm is added to the depth. Add 10 kg to weight.