Chemistry: electrical and wave energy – Processes and products – Electrostatic field or electrical discharge
Patent
1991-07-22
1992-06-16
Niebling, John
Chemistry: electrical and wave energy
Processes and products
Electrostatic field or electrical discharge
2041294, 20412975, 156665, 205214, C25F 304
Patent
active
051222434
ABSTRACT:
Improved lithographic printing plates comprise an aluminum support which has been grained in a novel two-stage electrolytic graining process and a radiation-sensitive layer capable of forming a lithographic printing surface. The aluminum support is subjected to an electric current while immersed in an acidic electrolyte solution, such as a solution comprised of hydrochloric acid and aluminum chloride. Current density in the first stage of the process is at least as great and preferably substantially greater than in the second stage, while both treatment time and current consumption in the first stage are less than in the second stage. The process provides a fine uniform grain that is essentially free of pits. Any radiation-sensitive layer is suitable, which after exposure and any necessary developing and/or fixing provides an area in imagewise distribution which can be used for printing.
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Eastman Kodak Company
Lorenzo Alfred P.
Mayekar Kishor
Niebling John
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