This depends on the type of base you own. See the plate choices part of our web site for more information! In general, you will choose a plate with two things in mind, your base system (Boxcar or Magnetic) and your printing press. Our plastic backed plates correspond to a particular Boxcar Base and steel backed plates will correspond to either the Patmag or Bunting base.
If you are using one of the Do It Yourself home letterpress systems, we suggest the KF152 plastic backed plates.
If you are using an etching press, call us and we’ll suggest a plate, based upon a few questions about your setup.
As you are likely hand inking with these last two presses, please remember to ask us to SEND STRIPS in your platemaking order. They will be very helpful with your inking brayer for an easier inking.
Posted in: Ordering Plates Info, Platemaking, Pricing, Why Use Us