Imation™ IR Paper Product Information

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Imation™ IR Paper Product Information

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Description

IR paper is a high contrast imagesetting paper for use in imagesetters with an infrared laser diode exposure source.

Features

Lightweight, resin-coated paper base
Provides extremely black and sharp images
Compatible with most rapid access chemistries

Safelights

Handle paper in complete darkness or under green safelighting until processed. If a safelight is used, keep the paper at least 4 feet (1.2 meters) from the safelight.

Recommended Safelighting:

Low wattage incandescent lamp with Wratten #7(green) filter or equivalent
EncapSulite™ T20/ND.75 safelight

Storage

Keep unexposed paper and processed paper in a cool, dry place. Process paper as soon as possible after exposure. Rewrap unused paper in the inner wrap to help protect it from changes caused by humidity variation. Humidity variability can affect flatness of paper.

Exposure

IR paper is intended for imagesetters equipped with an infrared laser diode exposure source operating at 780 nanometers. Exposure settings may vary slightly according to processing conditions and type of imagesetter. Follow the imagesetter manufacturer's recommenda- tions for setting exposure and calibrating halftones. Acceptable working reflection DMax is usually in the 1.70 to 1.90 range. Densities may vary with the densitometer.

Processing

IR paper is best suited for rapid access processing. Refer to the container labels for mixing and other instructions regarding the processing chemicals.

Processing Recommendations

Before handling or using any chemical product, be sure to read the Material Safety Data Sheet for health hazard data, precautionary information and suggested first aid.

Use these recommendations as a starting point. For optimum results, use:

RLD rapid laser developer (1:4)
RLF rapid laser fix (1:6 or 1:5)

Processing time for paper can be shortened if processing exclusively from film. Use a 20 second starting point when processing under this condition.

Process Time Temp Replenishment Rate (50% Area Exposed)

RLD developer* 20-40 seconds 95°F (35°C) 0.40 ml per sq inch (620 ml per sq meter)

RLF fix 20-40 seconds 90°F (32°C) 0.35 ml per sq inch (540 ml per sq meter)

* These conditions are also applicable to most rapid access processing chemistries.

Important Notice to Purchaser:

All statements, technical information and recommendations contained herein are based on tests Imation believes to be reliable, but the accuracy of this information is not guaranteed.

Limited Warranty and Limitation of Remedies:

Imation warrants only that the Imation products described above will meet the published warranty applicable to said Imation products.

THIS WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY ARISING OUT OF A COURSE OF DEALING OR OF PERFORMANCE, CUSTOM OR USAGE OF TRADE EXCEPT OF TITLE AND AGAINST PATENT INFRINGEMENT.

If any Imation product is found not to meet the above-stated warranty, Purchaser's exclusive remedy and Imation's and/or Seller's only obligation is to repair, replace the product or refund the purchase price, at Imation's or Seller's option, within a reasonable time after written notification but no later than sixty (60) days after discovery of the defect, all as specifically stated in Imation's published warranty. IMATION WILL NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, OR BUSINESS) IN ANY WAY RELATED TO THE IMATION PRODUCTS, REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ASSERTED.