Computer-to-plate, CTP, Platesetter


Buying a used computer-to-plate (CTP) system is a big decision, as you will not have the same level of support from a vendor as you would if you brought brand-new. So you really have to do your homework.

The top-of-the-line system would be a Kodak (Creo) Trendsetter or Lotem Quantum with the famous Creo thermal head. As the laser is the most expensive part of the system, you will want to check the mileage (hours of imaging, ie operation).

Workflow (software package to drive the CTP) is crucial, so you need to have it in already in place before you buy the CTP, or else line up a vendor who will take care of connecting the CTP to a supported workflow.

You need to find a consumables vendor who will support the machine. Again, this is where the Kodak/Creo have an advantage in the secondary market, as virtually every metal plate vendor can run their stuff on a Creo CTP.

Next in line are the Agfa, Fuji and Dnaippon platesetters in terms of desirability. If you already have one of these machines in the shop and are familiar with it, then you shouldn't have any problem. But beware, if this is your first purchase of CTP, you should make sure you have vendors who can offer local, not remote support.

Obviously, the converted HP laser printers are only capable of imaging polyester or paper plates, and at most are suitable for one or two color work. But it's still less costly than burning film.
Fuji Dart Screen 4300 E CTP imagesetter
Fuji Dart Screen 4300 E CTP imagesetter
$35,500.00 (0 Bids)
Time Left: 5d 12h 33m
AGFA Palladio Complete CTP System 25" x 30" + RIP
AGFA Palladio Complete CTP System 25" x 30" + RIP
$35,450.00
Time Left: 14d 16h 48m
Heidelberg Prosetter 102 CTP imagesetter
Heidelberg Prosetter 102 CTP imagesetter
$35,000.00 (0 Bids)
Time Left: 5d 12h 32m
Heidelberg Topsetter 74 CTP Imagesetter
Heidelberg Topsetter 74 CTP Imagesetter
$30,000.00 (0 Bids)
Time Left: 5d 12h 33m
Creo Lotem 800 Quantum Platesetter
Creo Lotem 800 Quantum Platesetter
$25,000.00 (0 Bids)
Time Left: 5d 12h 34m
Kodak Creo Prinergy Evo v4.0.6.5 CTP CTF PDF Workflow +
Kodak Creo Prinergy Evo v4.0.6.5 CTP CTF PDF Workflow +
$24,900.00 (0 Bids)
Time Left: 5d 19h 26m
Agfa Palladio CTP with online processor and plate stack
Agfa Palladio CTP with online processor and plate stack
$22,000.00 (0 Bids)
Time Left: 5d 12h 36m
Agfa Python CTP High Water Comp w Processor & Rip Upgrd
Agfa Python CTP High Water Comp w Processor & Rip Upgrd
$20,000.00
$24,000.00
Time Left: 8d 15h 47m
2000 Agfa Avantra 44S Drum Imagesetter w  Short OLP CTP
2000 Agfa Avantra 44S Drum Imagesetter w Short OLP CTP
$18,500.00 (0 Bids)
Time Left: 3d 13h
Heidelberg GTO + CTP System *Reserve Price Reduced*
Heidelberg GTO + CTP System *Reserve Price Reduced*
$15,211.00 (5 Bids)
Time Left: 3d 16h 54m
Heidelbert Quicksetter 400E Poly CTP with OLP
Heidelbert Quicksetter 400E Poly CTP with OLP
$9,500.00 (0 Bids)
Time Left: 7d 17h 26m
Dimension 400 Presstek D1 CTP Platesetter w  Water Wash
Dimension 400 Presstek D1 CTP Platesetter w Water Wash
$8,999.99 (0 Bids)
Time Left: 4d 20h 17m
Printware PlateStream SC Color CTP System + Level 3 RIP
Printware PlateStream SC Color CTP System + Level 3 RIP
$8,270.00
Time Left: 17d 17h 43m
PANTHER PRO 18.1"  IMAGESETTER POLY PLATESETTER CTP RIP
PANTHER PRO 18.1" IMAGESETTER POLY PLATESETTER CTP RIP
$4,500.00
Time Left: 1d 14h 5m
Plate Setter CTP TIGERCAT 4  2001
Plate Setter CTP TIGERCAT 4 2001
$3,650.00
Time Left: 4d 20h 37m
PANTHER PRO 13.3"  IMAGESETTER POLY PLATESETTER CTP RIP
PANTHER PRO 13.3" IMAGESETTER POLY PLATESETTER CTP RIP
$3,000.00
Time Left: 1d 13h 53m
Agfa Apogee PDF RIP for imagesetter or CTP
Agfa Apogee PDF RIP for imagesetter or CTP
$3,000.00
Time Left: 5d 14h 35m
Agfa Printdrive w  APIS card,  dongle-ctp or imagesetter
Agfa Printdrive w APIS card, dongle-ctp or imagesetter
$1,700.00 (0 Bids)
Time Left: 17h 37m
Kimosetter 410 CTP (Computer to Plate) Platemaker
Kimosetter 410 CTP (Computer to Plate) Platemaker
$1,000.00
$1,750.00
Time Left: 9d 12h 38m
PRESSTEK Anthem Pro Chemistry-Free CTP Plates Box 100
PRESSTEK Anthem Pro Chemistry-Free CTP Plates Box 100
$199.99
$249.99
Time Left: 4d 22h 27m