Two-, Four-, and Eight-page CTP Solutions

Presstek computer to plate (CTP) solutions reflect our dedication to reliability, affordability, ease of use, and environmental sustainability. Whether you are looking for an entry-level, small-format CTP solution or a fully automated CTP system for your 40" presses, Presstek has a solution for you.

Presstek chemistry-free CTP solutions also live up to our founding principles of taking steps out of the print production process. Compare our solutions with others on the market.

Presstek’s CTP Portfolio Consists Of The Following Products

Compass Series 
Highly automated, open platform, 4-up and 8-up platesetters that support up to 250 lpi with production speeds ranging from 15 to 38 plates per hour. Compass platesetters image Presstek Aurora Pro chemistry-free plates and other third-party low energy thermal plates.

Dimension Pro 800
A semi-automatic 8-up entry-level to mid-range CTP system, imaging 11 to 15 plates per hour at up to 2400 dpi at 200 lpi on Presstek’s chemistry-free thermal metal Anthem Pro and Aurora Pro plates and other third-party low energy thermal plates.

Dimension Excel Series
Can be configured as a standard (Dimension425) or high production (Dimension450) platemaker. The Dimension 450 is equipped with an automatic plate loader and outputs plates to an automated water wash system. Dimension systems are optimized for chemistry-free Anthem Pro plates.

Vector FL52
Is an easy-to-use small format (52 cm and under) chemistry-free platemaking solution that is designed to bring affordable metal platemaking to small commercial, quick and in-plant printers.

Digital PlateMaster
Is an easy-to-use, high-resolution polyester platesetter designed for use with small-format portrait presses. This affordable direct-to-plate solution features a fully integrated Presstek Momentum RIP and internal plate processor. It can support screen rulings up to 175 lpi and run lengths up to 20,000 impressions.