Measuring paper weight in grams per square meter (commonly referred to as gsm or g/m 2) is literally taking the weight in grams of 1 square meter of paper. On the other hand, weighing paper in grams per square meter does give you a clean, apples-to-apples comparison.
#Translucent paper ream series#
If you look at our 500 Series Aquarius II Watercolor paper, it also is listed as 80lbs, but the basis size of Aquarius II is 22”x30”, not 24”x36”, so it’s not exactly an apples-to-apples comparison. 500 Sheets of 400 Series Drawing paper (24”x 36”) weighs 80lbs. For example, drawing papers have a basis size of 24”x36”, versus watercolor papers which have a basis size of 22”x30”. The part that can get confusing when weighing paper in pounds is that not all paper types have the same basis size. If you place 500 master sheets of our 400 Series Watercolor paper in the 22”x30” size on a scale, it would weigh approximately 140lbs. For example, the basis size (or in other words, the master sheet size) of our Watercolor papers is 22”x30”. and is determined by weighing 500 sheets (a ream) in the basis size of a particular paper. The United States measures paper weight in pounds, whereas it is standard to measure in grams per square meter (g/m²) outside of the US. There are two ways that paper weight is measured and stated. Do not use sharp tools when folding and scoring.Paper weight can be confusing.
#Translucent paper ream plus#
The matrix channel should be a minimum width of 2.5 times the caliper of the sheet, plus 0.028”, usually 0.040” or 0.050”. Start with a 2 point rounded channel score.
FOLDING AND SCORING:Īlways fold, score and bind with the grain direction. A slightly dull but clean-edged blade with a 23º-bevel angle is ideal. CUTTING:ĭo not use a newly sharpened blade when cutting Glama Natural products as it may chip. Consult your varnish supplier and pre-test for compatibility. Apply 100% VOC-free varnish after the underlying ink is dry. VARNISH:Ī clear, overprint varnish can be used to seal the sheet and reduce curling when Glama Natural is used as a cover, wrap, free-hanging application or when very heavy ink coverage is applied to one side of the paper. If the job requires offset spray, use coated spray of normal fineness. Solid or multiple color bars can be used to assist in removing water and aid in ink set time. Given the non-porous property of Glama Natural, excess water won’t be absorbed or removed from the blanket. Run the ink-water balance at an absolute minimum. Avoid using on-press heat and drying systems. We recommend printing in small lifts and frequent airing of lifts. Should you experience a curl problem it is most likely temperature – or humidity – related. If the bindery has a different climate than the pressroom, allow the paper to acclimatize to those conditions. Pressroom conditions should be as close as possible to 68 degrees and 45-60% relative humidity. Also keep Glama Natural covered during drying, between passes and prior to any finishing work. It is essential to let the paper acclimatize in the press room for a minimum of 24 hours – longer during cold weather. Keep Glama Natural wrapped in mill packaging until the moment of printing. Ask your ink manufacturer about Glama Natural products specifically. Normal heatset and UV inks have printed successfully on Glama Natural and eliminate drying time.
In-plant ink formulation is not recommended.
Ink with higher than recommended solvent content may cause ink-set difficulties.
INKS:įor optimum results, we recommend low-solvent (0-5%), oil-based inks that dry by oxidation. We recommend you pre-test all procedures prior to press time to ensure you achieve the desired results. Glama Natural® Translucent Printing Papers are easy to print on when following these simple hints.
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