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Lowell, MA 01851
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Pads
 Choosing A Pad
There are a number of points to consider when choosing a
pad for a particular project. The easiest way is to
simply send the parts to IMS directly and we will choose
the optimum pad for your application. However, if you
keep a few things in mind you should be able to make a
good choice on your own. Remember that the object is to
roll the pad onto the image not to stamp it.
Size
Choose a pad that has a contact area at least 20-25
percent larger than the image area. You don't want to
use a pad that picks up the image on its edges or you
will create distortion. On the other hand a pad that is
too large will be more costly and may pick up ink that
has collected on the edges of the plate. Also remember
to check your user manual for the overall height
dimension allowed on your specific machine. Some pads
may be too tall.
Hardness
Always start with the hardest pad available (highest
shore rating). A hard pad will minimize distortion and
be less likely to trap air between itself and the plate.
It may seem counterintuitive, but a harder pad will work
best on a textured surface. However, the harder a pad is
the more difficult it is to compress. A large hard pad
may overload the motor on your machine before full
compression. If this is the case choose a softer pad. A
hard pad may also damage a particularly delicate part
such as a Christmas ornament.
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