{"id":435,"date":"2014-02-21T16:58:10","date_gmt":"2014-02-21T21:58:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/staging.flexoconcepts.com\/wp\/blog\/?p=435"},"modified":"2021-07-07T12:26:01","modified_gmt":"2021-07-07T16:26:01","slug":"cut-to-length-doctor-blades","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.flexoconcepts.com\/wp\/cut-to-length-doctor-blades\/","title":{"rendered":"Cut-to-Length Doctor Blades Can Reduce Ink Chamber Leaks"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/staging.flexoconcepts.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/CTL_blades.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-19081\" src=\"http:\/\/staging.flexoconcepts.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/CTL_blades-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"cut-to-length doctor blades\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a>Doctor blade chamber leaks are costly\u00a0in terms of downtime and waste.\u00a0 While failed end seals are responsible for a large\u00a0number of chamber leaks, ill-fitting doctor blades can also\u00a0contribute to leaks.\u00a0 Ordering cut-to-length doctor blades from your supplier is a smart way to reduce leaks, maximize doctor blade and end seal performance and save a printer thousands of dollars every year.<\/p>\n<h3>Problems arising from Chamber Leaks:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Ink waste<\/li>\n<li>Substrate waste<\/li>\n<li>Excessive solvent consumption for clean-ups<\/li>\n<li>Downtime for change-overs<\/li>\n<li>Reduced doctor blade life<\/li>\n<li>Scored anilox rolls<\/li>\n<li>Increased end seal consumption<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Chamber leaks are a nuisance in the pressroom that cause frustration and reduce press efficiency. \u00a0When faced with a leaking chamber,\u00a0a press operator has to stop the press and clean up the mess.\u00a0 Often, he will try to fix the problem by increasing the load pressure instead of looking for the\u00a0basic\u00a0cause of the leak.\u00a0 While this may work as a temporary solution, it can lead to other problems such as accelerated doctor blade and anilox wear.\u00a0 The increased pressure may also force ink out of the ends of the chamber, making the situation worse.\u00a0 Paying a little extra attention when <a href=\"\/?p=8245\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">installing doctor blades<\/span><\/a> and ends seals can prevent many leaks from occurring in the first place.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/staging.flexoconcepts.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/PP_Green_end_seal.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-19078 size-medium\" src=\"http:\/\/staging.flexoconcepts.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/PP_Green_end_seal-300x218.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"218\" \/><\/a>Causes of Chamber Leaks:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Improper seal material<\/li>\n<li>Bad seal design<\/li>\n<li>Lack of proper seal lubrication<\/li>\n<li>No dead bands on anilox rolls<\/li>\n<li>Anilox roll chips<\/li>\n<li>Incorrect doctor blade length<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Failed end seals account for many chamber leaks. \u00a0Using an <a href=\"\/?p=3954\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">end seal material<\/span><\/a> that is not compatible with the type of ink being used, the length of the run or the press speed will allow ink to escape from the ends of the chamber.\u00a0\u00a0Ink build-ups can result from not using the appropriate lubrication to reduce friction between the anilox\u00a0roll and end seal.\u00a0 If the seals are not a proper fit, they will not do their job at containing ink within the confines of the chamber.\u00a0 Working with your end seal supplier is a good way to work through these issues and ensure that you are using the correct end seals for your application. (<a href=\"\/?page_id=3899\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">View End Seal Brochure<\/span><\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>The condition of the anilox\u00a0roll can also play a role in chamber leaks.\u00a0 If the roll lacks a dead band (an unengraved\u00a0area) at each end, ink will build up there and cause the seals to fail.\u00a0 Chips on the ends of the anilox rolls can also create ink buildup and compromise the integrity of the end seals.<\/p>\n<h3>Incorrect Doctor Blade Length can cause Chamber Leaks<\/h3>\n<p>In addition to failed end seals and defects in the anilox roll, <a href=\"\/?page_id=9819\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">doctor blades<\/span><\/a> that are too short or too long<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19075\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"http:\/\/staging.flexoconcepts.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Orange_blade_end_seal_300x150.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19075\" class=\"wp-image-19075 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/staging.flexoconcepts.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/Orange_blade_end_seal_300x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"150\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-19075\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Doctor blade is the correct length for the chamber<\/p><\/div>\n<p>can be another source of leaks.\u00a0\u00a0<b>When changing a doctor blade, it\u2019s important to make sure that the new blade is the right size for the chamber and installed correctly.<\/b>\u00a0 If it\u2019s not a perfect fit, the doctor blade provides a gap through which ink can leak out of the chamber.<\/p>\n<p>When properly installed, the doctor blade should have some upward pressure from the end seals to ensure a sufficient seal.\u00a0 A very slight rise in the blade is okay, however,\u00a0extra loading pressure should not be necessary to get the blade to wipe the center of the anilox roll.\u00a0<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When a blade is too short or too long for the chamber, it prevents the end seals from doing\u00a0their job.\u00a0 The blade should come to about halfway across the tops of the end seals when placed in the chamber.\u00a0 If the blade does not reach the seals, then the seals can actually prevent contact between the doctor blade and the anilox roll.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19082\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"http:\/\/staging.flexoconcepts.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/chamber_leak_2_BF_300x225.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19082\" class=\"wp-image-19082 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/staging.flexoconcepts.com\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/chamber_leak_2_BF_300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-19082\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Doctor blades are too long for the chamber<\/p><\/div>\n<p>On the other hand, if the blade extends beyond the outer edge of the end seal, it may create a small opening between the underside of the blade and the end seal which creates a path for ink to flow out of the chamber.\u00a0 If it\u2019s too long, the blade may also become wavy and not lie flush with the roll, causing uneven metering and leaking.<\/p>\n<p>Installing doctor blades that are a perfect fit for the chamber will eliminate this source of leaks.\u00a0 When ordering doctor blade material by the roll, it is important to confirm the proper blade specifications with your chamber OEM to make sure that press operators are cutting blades to the correct length.\u00a0\u00a0<strong>An easier way to ensure the proper size is to order cut-to-length doctor blades from your supplier that are ready to install right out of the box.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Cut-to-length Doctor Blades can Reduce Chamber Leaks<\/h3>\n<p>Doctor blades that are the incorrect size for the chamber can be a frustrating source of chamber leaks, downtime and waste.\u00a0 Installing blades correctly and making sure that they are the precise length according to OEM specifications is one way to prevent this problem.\u00a0 Ordering cut-to-length doctor blades from your supplier will not only speed up blade changes but also ensure a perfect fit to maximize blade performance and minimize leaks.<\/p>\n<\/div><div style=\"text-align:center;\"><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat button-large button-custom fusion-button-default button-1 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type fusion-has-button-gradient\" style=\"--button_accent_color:#ffffff;--button_accent_hover_color:#ffffff;--button_border_hover_color:#ffffff;--button-border-radius-top-left:5px;--button-border-radius-top-right:5px;--button-border-radius-bottom-right:5px;--button-border-radius-bottom-left:5px;--button_gradient_top_color:#ff9933;--button_gradient_bottom_color:#ff9933;--button_gradient_top_color_hover:#ff9933;--button_gradient_bottom_color_hover:#ff7f00;\" target=\"_self\" href=\"\/doctor-blade-sample\/\"><span 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