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Avalon N VLF (16 to 40-up)

The Avalon N range of thermal VLF (Very Large Format) computer-to-plate engines are star performers in quality- and efficiency-driven plate production. They will handle any plate size from 16 to 40-up.
Avalon N VLF

Unlock the full potential of your commercial printing business with the Avalon N VLF computer-to-plate (CtP) engines. Handling plates of up to 2280 × 1600 mm, and achieving a maximum throughput speed of 70 B1 pph, these thermal platesetters are unique among their kind and prove themselves in productivity and flexibility. Simply select the engine that suits your needs in terms of plate size, throughput speed and features, and start boosting your business.

The Avalon N VLF series comes in different levels of automation to match your preferred workflow and available floor space, yet consistently offers prime imaging quality. All platesetters are equipped with Grating Light Valve (GLV) imaging technology, enabling the spotless transfer of your digital creations directly onto the printing plate.

Boasting years of experience in very large format printing, Agfa is the ideal partner to help commercial and packaging printing companies accomplish advanced process efficiency and automation, as well as cost control, in their prepress department.

Key benifits

  • VLF external drum thermal platesetters featuring proven technology and consistent output quality with imaging resolutions up to 340 lpi Sublima
  • Throughput speed of up to 70 B1 plates per hour, depending on model, plate type, and plate size
  • Upgradable engines featuring press punching and exceptional registration accuracy
  • Multiple automation options, such as a multi-cassette loader, a skid loader, and robotic plate loading
  • Integration with Agfa ’s Apogee prepress workflow solution

Features

Industry-leading productivity

Thanks to their advanced GLV technology and dual plate imaging, Avalon N VLF engines offer best-in-class productivity and throughput speed. Combine them with the Energy Elite Eco printing plate, for example, to produce no fewer than 70 B1 plates per hour and still deliver premium-quality results.
More productivity-increasing options include dual plate loading and twin imaging, depending on the model. Most of the engines can also be upgraded with both a multi-cassette loader and a pallet loader.
Plate loading of the Avalon N VLF models can be automated using a custom-made plate loading robot.

Press punching

For those who need an extra-powerful productivity boost, there is a press punching system available for Avalon N VLF engines, significantly shortening make-ready time. By adding optional press punch blocks, imaged plates can be loaded straight onto presses with different punching, increasing make-ready efficiency.

Advanced integration

Agfa has considered each element that affects CtP efficiency when integrating the Avalon N series. The engine is an important link in the plate production chain, but it comes together with the plates, the plate processing, the digital workflow, screening and other additional software utilities.
We will assist you in making the right technology decisions when creating a customized CtP solution.

Premium imaging quality

Avalon N VLF platesetters yield consistent, first-rate imaging quality of up to 340 lpi Sublima. All models are equipped with GLV technology for precise imaging, exceptional tonal accuracy and uniformity from job to job. So, whether you opt for a mid- or full-size engine, expect Avalon’s trademark excellence.

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Technical Specs

Model
N16-90 E
Imaging technology GLV 512 beams
Laser type 830 nm thermal laser diodes
Recording system External drum
Dual loading n/a
Twin imager n/a
Press punch optional, max 5 sets
Resolution
1200 dpi yes
2400 dpi yes
2540 dpi yes
4000 dpi n/a
4800 dpi n/a
Plate loading & unloading configuration
Manual loading yes
Semi-manual loading n/a
Automatic (autoloader) yes
Pallet loader n/a
Manual unloading yes
In line unloading yes
Throughput
depending on plate width 1030 mm (40.5 in): 20 pph
1448 mm (57 in): 17 pph
Plate characteristics
Max. plate size (along drum  x around drum)
*dual loading
1470 mm x 1180 mm  (57.9″ x 46.5″)
Min. plate size (along drum x around drum)
* dual loading
650 mm x 550 mm (25.6″ x 21.7″)
450 mm x 370 mm (17.7″ x 14.6″)
*optional plate width between 570 mm and 624 mm cannot be used (size limitation)
Thickness 0.2 mm-0.4 mm (8-16 mil)
*0.15 mm thickness can be used only for the optional min. size of 450 mm x 370 mm; 0.4 mm thickness plates can only be used when they are larger than 1030 mm x 770 mm
Max. exposure size (along drum x around drum) *dual model (with registartion punches – Leading edge grip: 8 mm; Trailing edge
grip: 7 mm)
1470 mm x 1169 mm (57.9″ x 46.0″)

Model
N16-90 S
Imaging technology GLV 512 beams
Laser type 830 nm thermal laser diodes
Recording system External drum
Dual loading n/a
Twin imager n/a
Press punch optional, max 5 sets
Resolution
1200 dpi yes
2400 dpi yes
2540 dpi yes
4000 dpi n/a
4800 dpi n/a
Plate loading & unloading configuration
Manual loading yes
Semi-manual loading n/a
Automatic (autoloader) yes
Pallet loader n/a
Manual unloading yes
In line unloading yes
Throughput
depending on plate width 1030 mm (40.5 in): 37 pph
1448 mm (57 in): 29 pph
Plate characteristics
Max. plate size (along drum  x around drum)
*dual loading
1470 mm x 1180 mm  (57.9″ x 46.5″)
Min. plate size (along drum x around drum)
* dual loading
650 mm x 550 mm (25.6″ x 21.7″)
450 mm x 370 mm (17.7″ x 14.6″)
*optional plate width between 570 mm and 624 mm cannot be used (size limitation)
Thickness 0.2 mm-0.4 mm (8-16 mil)
*0.15 mm thickness can be used only for the optional min. size of 450 mm x 370 mm; 0.4 mm thickness plates can only be used when they are larger than 1030 mm x 770 mm
Max. exposure size (along drum x around drum) *dual model (with registartion punches – Leading edge grip: 8 mm; Trailing edge
grip: 7 mm)
1470 mm x 1169 mm (57.9″ x 46.0″)

Model
N16-90 XT
Imaging technology GLV 1024 beams
Laser type 830 nm thermal laser diodes
Recording system External drum
Dual loading n/a
Twin imager n/a
Press punch optional, max 5 sets
Resolution
1200 dpi yes
2400 dpi yes
2540 dpi yes
4000 dpi n/a
4800 dpi n/a
Plate loading & unloading configuration
Manual loading yes
Semi-manual loading n/a
Automatic (autoloader) yes
Pallet loader n/a
Manual unloading yes
In line unloading yes
Throughput
depending on plate width 1030 mm (40.5 in): 46 pph
1448 mm (57 in): 42 pph
Plate characteristics
Max. plate size (along drum  x around drum)
*dual loading
1470 mm x 1180 mm  (57.9″ x 46.5″)
Min. plate size (along drum x around drum)
* dual loading
650 mm x 550 mm (25.6″ x 21.7″)
450 mm x 370 mm (17.7″ x 14.6″)
*optional plate width between 570 mm and 624 mm cannot be used (size limitation)
Thickness 0.2 mm-0.4 mm (8-16 mil)
*0.15 mm thickness can be used only for the optional min. size of 450 mm x 370 mm; 0.4 mm thickness plates can only be used when they are larger than 1030 mm x 770 mm
Max. exposure size (along drum x around drum) *dual model (with registartion punches – Leading edge grip: 8 mm; Trailing edge
grip: 7 mm)
1470 mm x 1169 mm (57.9″ x 46.0″)

Model
N24-90 S
Imaging technology GLV 512 beams
Laser type 830 nm thermal laser diodes
Recording system External drum
Dual loading n/a
Twin imager n/a
Press punch optional, max 6 sets
Resolution
1200 dpi yes
2400 dpi yes
2540 dpi yes
4000 dpi n/a
4800 dpi n/a
Plate loading & unloading configuration
Manual loading yes
Semi-manual loading yes
Automatic (autoloader) yes
Pallet loader yes
Manual unloading yes
In line unloading yes
Throughput
depending on plate width 1030 mm (40.5 in): 34 pph
1448 mm (57 in): 27 pph
Plate characteristics
Max. plate size (along drum  x around drum)
*dual loading
1652 mm × 1325 mm (65.0″ x 52.2″)
Min. plate size (along drum x around drum)
* dual loading
650 mm x 490 mm (25.6″ x 19.3″)
Thickness 0.2 mm – 0.4 mm (8 – 16 mil)*
*0.4 mm (16 mil) is only available for plates larger than 900 mm x 770 mm
Max. exposure size (along drum x around drum) *dual model (with registartion punches – Leading edge grip: 8 mm; Trailing edge
grip: 7 mm)
1652 mm × 1313 mm (65.0″ x 51.7″)

Model
N24-90 XT
Imaging technology GLV 1024 beams
Laser type 830 nm thermal laser diodes
Recording system External drum
Dual loading n/a
Twin imager n/a
Press punch optional, max 6 sets
Resolution
1200 dpi yes
2400 dpi yes
2540 dpi yes
4000 dpi n/a
4800 dpi n/a
Plate loading & unloading configuration
Manual loading yes
Semi-manual loading yes
Automatic (autoloader) yes
Pallet loader yes
Manual unloading yes
In line unloading yes
Throughput
depending on plate width 1030 mm (40.5 in): 46 pph
1448 mm (57 in): 39 pph
Plate characteristics
Max. plate size (along drum  x around drum)
*dual loading
1652 mm × 1325 mm (65.0″ x 52.2″)
Min. plate size (along drum x around drum)
* dual loading
650 mm x 490 mm (25.6″ x 19.3″)
Thickness 0.2 mm – 0.4 mm (8 – 16 mil)*
*0.4 mm (16 mil) is only available for plates larger than 900 mm x 770 mm
Max. exposure size (along drum x around drum) *dual model (with registartion punches – Leading edge grip: 8 mm; Trailing edge
grip: 7 mm)
1652 mm × 1313 mm (65.0″ x 51.7″)

Model
N40-90 S
Imaging technology GLV 1024 beams
Laser type 830 nm thermal laser diodes
Recording system External drum
Dual loading yes
Twin imager n/a
Press punch optional, max 5 sets
Resolution
1200 dpi n/a
2400 dpi yes
2540 dpi yes
4000 dpi n/a
4800 dpi n/a
Plate loading & unloading configuration
Manual loading yes
Semi-manual loading yes
Automatic (autoloader) yes
Pallet loader yes
Manual unloading yes
In line unloading yes
Throughput
depending on plate width 1030 mm (40.5 in): 46 pph
2280 mm (89.7 in): 24 pph
Plate characteristics
Max. plate size (along drum  x around drum)
*dual loading
2280 mm x 1600 mm (89.7″ x 62.9″)
1060 mm x 1600 mm (41.7″ x 63″)*
Min. plate size (along drum x around drum)
* dual loading
1061 mm x 550 mm (41.8″ x 21.7″)
650 mm x 550 mm (25.6″ x 21.7″) *factory optional
Thickness 0.2 mm – 0.4 mm (8 – 16 mil)
0.5 mm (20 mil) optional
Max. exposure size (along drum x around drum) *dual model (with registartion punches – Leading edge grip: 8 mm; Trailing edge
grip: 7 mm)
2280 mm x 1588 mm (89.7″ x 62.5″)

Model
N40-90 XT
Imaging technology GLV 1024 beams
Laser type 830 nm thermal laser diodes
Recording system External drum
Dual loading yes
Twin imager yes
Press punch optional, max 5 sets
Resolution
1200 dpi yes
2400 dpi yes
2540 dpi yes
4000 dpi n/a
4800 dpi n/a
Plate loading & unloading configuration
Manual loading yes
Semi-manual loading yes
Automatic (autoloader) yes
Pallet loader yes
Manual unloading yes
In line unloading yes
Throughput
depending on plate width 1030 mm (40.5 in): 70 pph
2280 mm (80 in): 34 pph
Plate characteristics
Max. plate size (along drum  x around drum)
*dual loading
2280 mm x 1600 mm (89.7″ x 62.9″)
1060 mm x 1600 mm (41.7″ x 63″)*
Min. plate size (along drum x around drum)
* dual loading
1061 mm x 550 mm (41.8″ x 21.7″)
650 mm x 550 mm (25.6″ x 21.7″) *
Thickness 0.2 mm – 0.4 mm (8 – 16 mil)
0.5 mm (20 mil) optional
Max. exposure size (along drum x around drum) *dual model (with registartion punches – Leading edge grip: 8 mm; Trailing edge
grip: 7 mm)
2280 mm x 1588 mm (89.7″ x 62.5″)

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