Caxton offers sub-20k metal CTP system

Metal plate CTP is now available in the UK for under 20,000.

Pisces Jetplate, which uses an adapted Epson ink-jet printer to image onto metal plates, is being sold by Romsey-based Caxton Printers Supplies.

Plates are claimed to be suitable for four-colour work and runs of up to 30,000.

Maximum linescreen is currently 133lpi, but a 175lpi upgrade will be available soon.

GTO-sized aluminium plates for the system cost 2.25 each . A complete system including Harlequin RIP costs 15,500.

The firm is also offering bundling deals so the plate price covers the cost of the hardware.

Caxton managing director Mike Edwards said: "I cant keep up with the demand for demos."