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