Steel Counterplates
The Steel Counterplate is another member of the Atlas Die family of tools for the folding carton industry. The Steel Counterplate is the ideal choice when high quality, exceptionally long lasting scores are required. Set-up times are decreased by using a one piece plate instead of individual counters or creasing matrix.
DESCRIPTION:
A Steel Counterplate is a stainless steel plate with score channels chemically etched or machined directly into the surface of the cutting plate. The channels are aligned with the scoring rules in the die and are used to make a bead in the carton for folding. The sophisticated programming for the design of the channels for the Steel Counterplate is based upon the same CAD/CAM program used for the manufacturing Atlas Die's premium quality Steel Rule Die that is used in conjunction with the Steel Counterplate.
FEATURES:
- A hardened stainless steel plate sized to cover the entire cutting area of the corresponding die.
- Channel widths and depths are determined by the type and caliper of the board as well as the needs of the converter.
- Atlas Die's pre-registration system allows quick and efficient set up on press.
- Eliminates hand cutting of scores and skiving.
- Precise scoring ability.
- Long life - up to 30 million impressions reported.
The benefits of a chemically milled or machined Steel Counterplate are the extended use life, precise scoring ability, quick and efficient pre-registration system for ease of make-ready, program accuracy and elimination of hand cutting scores and skiving. The Steel Counterplate wear is quite minimal and score dimensions remain constant throughout the run. Downtime to recut counters during a run is eliminated.
Atlas Die tools are quality built and designed to last through repeated uses over long periods of time. Atlas Die's engineering staff will be happy to advise you on Steel Counterplate possibilities for your project. Atlas Die is committed to quality and leadership with ISO 9001 compliant quality systems.