Where To Buy Photopolymer Plates -

A specialist in fine art printmaking, Takach Press stocks Toyobo steel-backed plates. They offer varying sizes, from small 5.75" x 8.25" sheets starting at $10 to large 23.375" x 33" plates for $134 .

For high-volume flexographic or industrial needs, sourcing from manufacturers or bulk wholesalers is more cost-effective. Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

Widely considered the industry standard for letterpress, Boxcar Press provides both plastic-backed and steel-backed processed plates. They are noted for their "green" platemaking practices and overnight replacement guarantees. Hubbub Paper Co Invitation printing service where to buy photopolymer plates

Blick Art Materials primarily stocks Akua clear PETG plates, which are ideal for use with photopolymer films and monotypes. Prices range from roughly $8 for a 3-pack to $91 for large bulk sets.

A reliable Canadian source that processes KF95 plates. They charge roughly with a minimum order of 35 square inches. Screen printing supply store ClosedL'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Spain A specialist in fine art printmaking, Takach Press

These suppliers are ideal for artists and printmakers who want to process their own plates using sunlight or a UV light box.

Photopolymer plates (often called "solar plates") are essential for high-detail printmaking, letterpress, and stamp making. You can purchase them as if you have your own UV exposure unit, or order custom-finished plates from service bureaus that process your digital or analog artwork for you. Retailers for Unexposed Plates Go to product viewer dialog for this item

If you do not have an exposure unit, these "trade shops" will take your digital file and send you a processed plate ready for the press. Boxcar Press Letterpress Shop Print shop ClosedSyracuse, NY