Stainless steel doctor blades are recommended when printing with water-based inks, UV inks, or high-pH solvents. Their corrosion-resistant properties prevent contamination caused by rust, ensuring stable ink transfer and consistent print quality.

Stainless steel doctor blades provide long-term stability and consistent performance, even in demanding printing environments. Their corrosion resistance prevents rust buildup, keeping the ink free from contamination and ensuring uniform print quality. The smooth, well-finished blade edge ensures precise ink metering, minimizing issues such as streaks, ink buildup, and blade lines. With high durability and wear resistance, these blades last longer, reducing the need for frequent replacements and lowering maintenance costs. Their combination of reliability, longevity, and ink control makes them an excellent choice for printing professionals using water-based and high-pH inks.

These blades are widely used in gravure and flexographic printing, especially in applications that involve water-based, UV, and high-pH solvent-based inks. Their resistance to corrosion and consistent performance makes them suitable for industries requiring sharp and uniform prints.

For harsh printing environments, the SL-48 stainless steel blade, made from 4037 stainless steel, is the ideal choice. It offers enhanced corrosion resistance and durability, with a lifespan exceeding 20,000 meters. This makes it particularly suitable for water-based and aggressive solvent inks, as well as specialty ink applications.