Printmaking

Screen Exposure Units

Please note that this unit is designed to be used only in conjunction with a 110 volt step-down transformer power source (REFER TO PRODUCT CODE- SDT240110) and is NOT to be directly connected to any 240 volt power outlet.

This light kit is specifically designed for exposing screens using the Speedball Diazo Photo Emulsion process. The kit comprises 260mm wide x 185mm high polished aluminium reflector fitted with a ceramic bulb holder to accept the Edison screw 250 watt/110 volt Photo Flood Bulb (replacement item code SPEB4518) supplied. The reflector includes a wire support bracket by which the unit can be hung at the appropriate height (refer to exposure chart on underside of packing box) and is supplied with a heavy duty 1.8m power cord fitted with a USA two pin power plug for connection only to the step-down power supply.
Indicative exposure times for small to medium size screens are as follows -
Screen Size                                       Lamp Height                       Exposure Time
203 x 254mm (8x10")                          41cm (16")                          7 minutes
254 x 355mm (10x14")                        41cm (16")                          8 minutes
305 x 457mm (12x18")                        61cm (18")                         10 minutes