Performa 66
The Performa 66 for a sheet size of 485mm x 660mm (19 x 26in) is
available as two-, four- or five-colour models, with or without perfecting. A prime objective of our R&D activities is to enhance print quality, productivity and ease of use on an ongoing basis.
The Performa's outstanding cost-efficiency, production flexibility and dependability make it an ideal tool for a wide variety of applications, as countless installations have already proven.
Performa quality standards
The Performa 66 is engineered for stability. Its compact design, helical gears and bearer rings guarantee a high print quality, while reinforced side frames eliminate vibration at the impression, blanket and plate cylinders. Every press that leaves the factory complies with rigorous European and German quality standards.
The Performa 66 is engineered for stability. Its compact design, helical gears and bearer rings guarantee a high print quality, while reinforced side frames eliminate vibration at the impression, blanket and plate cylinders. Every press that leaves the factory complies with rigorous European and German quality standards.
Inking unit
There are seventeen rollers in the inking system, including four adjustable oscillating forme rollers with different diameters that apply a smooth and uniform ink film on the plate. The different diameters also help eliminate streaking on full solids. Optional temperature control for the inking unit improves ink train stability and supports waterless printing.
There are seventeen rollers in the inking system, including four adjustable oscillating forme rollers with different diameters that apply a smooth and uniform ink film on the plate. The different diameters also help eliminate streaking on full solids. Optional temperature control for the inking unit improves ink train stability and supports waterless printing.
Ecomatic dampening unit
The dampener can be integrated with the inking unit or segregated from it via the bridge roller, according to requirements. Fount solution metering is determined by the rotational speed of the pan roller, which is remotely controlled with 1% variable adjustment. The temperature of the fount solution is controlled by a Technotrans cooling unit supplied as standard.
The dampener can be integrated with the inking unit or segregated from it via the bridge roller, according to requirements. Fount solution metering is determined by the rotational speed of the pan roller, which is remotely controlled with 1% variable adjustment. The temperature of the fount solution is controlled by a Technotrans cooling unit supplied as standard.
Remote ink key control
The ink duct is extremely stable. The segmented blade has 20 zones adjustable either via the keyboard or the touch screen at the GrafiControl console. Adjustments are implemented simultaneously in all ink zones, saving valuable time and cutting paper waste.
The ink duct is extremely stable. The segmented blade has 20 zones adjustable either via the keyboard or the touch screen at the GrafiControl console. Adjustments are implemented simultaneously in all ink zones, saving valuable time and cutting paper waste.
Automatic washing system
The press is fitted with programmable automated washing units for the blankets and inking units. The blankets are washed by an insertable cloth system, with water and solvent applied separately to remove paper edge lines, paper dust, spray powder and ink. The washing cycle can be adjusted to suit the degree of soiling, which saves time, reduces solvent consumption and is more efficient.
The press is fitted with programmable automated washing units for the blankets and inking units. The blankets are washed by an insertable cloth system, with water and solvent applied separately to remove paper edge lines, paper dust, spray powder and ink. The washing cycle can be adjusted to suit the degree of soiling, which saves time, reduces solvent consumption and is more efficient.
Remote registration
All registers – circumferential, lateral and diagonal (plate cocking) - are controlled from the GrafiControl console or delivery touch screen. The plate can be adjusted diagonally by ±0.3mm (0.01in) for a total movement of 0.6mm (0.02in). Adjustments are implemented instantly, on the run. This saves time and reduces waste.
All registers – circumferential, lateral and diagonal (plate cocking) - are controlled from the GrafiControl console or delivery touch screen. The plate can be adjusted diagonally by ±0.3mm (0.01in) for a total movement of 0.6mm (0.02in). Adjustments are implemented instantly, on the run. This saves time and reduces waste.
Remote adjustment of paper thickness
Paper thickness can be set by remote control. So there is no need to run around the machine to speed up makeready.
Paper thickness can be set by remote control. So there is no need to run around the machine to speed up makeready.
Standard CIP4 interface
Our products allow you to use pre-press data via a CIP4 interface. The press can automatically preset the ink profiles in the individual printing units. This results in easier, faster makereadies and more standardised work. Once entered, job data can be used at all stages of production. Stored data can be re-used for repeat jobs.
Our products allow you to use pre-press data via a CIP4 interface. The press can automatically preset the ink profiles in the individual printing units. This results in easier, faster makereadies and more standardised work. Once entered, job data can be used at all stages of production. Stored data can be re-used for repeat jobs.
Upgrade-friendly
The ability to use digital pre-press data in the printing process enables you to take advantage of future advances and upgrades, while the global trend towards networking creates a basis for more efficient production. KBA-Grafitec innovations help you exploit this potential to the full.
The ability to use digital pre-press data in the printing process enables you to take advantage of future advances and upgrades, while the global trend towards networking creates a basis for more efficient production. KBA-Grafitec innovations help you exploit this potential to the full.
Feeder
The feeder head is equipped with two systems of lifting and forwarding suckers. The entire feeder head is adjusted to pile height in one easy movement. Fine adjustments can be individually made to sucker height, suction force, pile height calliper and air blast into the pile for sheet separation. The feeder incorporates an ioniser to reduce electrostatic charge in the paper pile, a nonstop device to allow on-the-run pile changes and an optical sensor for sidelay misregister. A twin-vacuum belt conveyor with an independent air source decelerates the sheets as they approach the front lay, thus preventing damage to the leading edge. To protect against incorrect feeding the press features electromechanical or ultrasonic double-sheet control, an optical skewed sheet detector and auto stoppage of misaligned sheets.
The feeder head is equipped with two systems of lifting and forwarding suckers. The entire feeder head is adjusted to pile height in one easy movement. Fine adjustments can be individually made to sucker height, suction force, pile height calliper and air blast into the pile for sheet separation. The feeder incorporates an ioniser to reduce electrostatic charge in the paper pile, a nonstop device to allow on-the-run pile changes and an optical sensor for sidelay misregister. A twin-vacuum belt conveyor with an independent air source decelerates the sheets as they approach the front lay, thus preventing damage to the leading edge. To protect against incorrect feeding the press features electromechanical or ultrasonic double-sheet control, an optical skewed sheet detector and auto stoppage of misaligned sheets.
Printing units
The Performa 66 allows you to produce high-quality prints quickly and easily. All printing unit functions – paper thickness, plate register (including cocking), ink keys, duct roller speed, fount solution temperature – are remote-controlled from one place, as is the optional temperature control system for the inking units. The printing units have cast-iron reinforced side frames, helical gears and bearer rings. Automatic washing systems for the blankets and inking rollers enhance productivity. A perfecting unit is available as an option. The transfer cylinders can be fitted with Super Blue anti-streaking blankets.
The Performa 66 allows you to produce high-quality prints quickly and easily. All printing unit functions – paper thickness, plate register (including cocking), ink keys, duct roller speed, fount solution temperature – are remote-controlled from one place, as is the optional temperature control system for the inking units. The printing units have cast-iron reinforced side frames, helical gears and bearer rings. Automatic washing systems for the blankets and inking rollers enhance productivity. A perfecting unit is available as an option. The transfer cylinders can be fitted with Super Blue anti-streaking blankets.
Delivery
Standard equipment includes a high-pile delivery, but if space is at a premium this can be replaced by an optional low-pile version that is more than 1m (39½in) shorter. The removal of check sheets is controlled pneumatically. The transfer delivery cylinder is fitted with Super Blue to prevent streaking and marking. The delivery features a pneumatic decurler, a speed-adjustable vacuum sheet brake, powder spray unit, ioniser, optional IR dryer and nonstop delivery device. There is a swivel touch screen at the delivery for more convenient control of the press settings and a faster response during makeready and running.
Standard equipment includes a high-pile delivery, but if space is at a premium this can be replaced by an optional low-pile version that is more than 1m (39½in) shorter. The removal of check sheets is controlled pneumatically. The transfer delivery cylinder is fitted with Super Blue to prevent streaking and marking. The delivery features a pneumatic decurler, a speed-adjustable vacuum sheet brake, powder spray unit, ioniser, optional IR dryer and nonstop delivery device. There is a swivel touch screen at the delivery for more convenient control of the press settings and a faster response during makeready and running.
The Performa 66 can be fitted with an optional perfecting unit. Registration is extremely precise in both straight printing and perfecting, guaranteeing a high-quality print on all suitable paper types in multicolour production. The proven three-cylinder design of the perfecting unit makes for a quick and easy conversion between straight printing and perfecting (approximately 3 - 5 minutes, depending on operator skill). Each step is indicated in the display, ensuring that the correct procedures are followed. An optical sensor located above the impression cylinder checks that the sheet is positioned correctly after perfecting.
Inline dampener coater
A budget-priced option for printers whose job specs include the occasional aqueous coating, the dampener coater can be installed in the last printing unit and used as either a coater or a dampener. So it is possible to apply four colours plus a coating or five colours with no coating. And whether solids or spot coating – the quality is excellent.
A budget-priced option for printers whose job specs include the occasional aqueous coating, the dampener coater can be installed in the last printing unit and used as either a coater or a dampener. So it is possible to apply four colours plus a coating or five colours with no coating. And whether solids or spot coating – the quality is excellent.
Dryer and nonstop facility in the delivery
The press can be equipped with an optional IR dryer. A combined IR/thermal air dryer and extended delivery are supplied with the coater option. The nonstop delivery allows you to change sheet piles without stopping production. This is especially useful when printing on thicker paper.
The press can be equipped with an optional IR dryer. A combined IR/thermal air dryer and extended delivery are supplied with the coater option. The nonstop delivery allows you to change sheet piles without stopping production. This is especially useful when printing on thicker paper.
Touch screen
The positioning of the touch screen allows the press operator to control all press parameters from the delivery. The control software can communicate in a number of languages. The swivel head can be adjusted to suit each operator’s preferences.
The positioning of the touch screen allows the press operator to control all press parameters from the delivery. The control software can communicate in a number of languages. The swivel head can be adjusted to suit each operator’s preferences.
GrafiControl
The GrafiControl console allows the operator to set registers, colour profiles, duct roller speeds, dampening and side lays. The settings can be stored and retrieved for repeat jobs. Colour density can be measured using a manual or automatic densitometer.
The GrafiControl console allows the operator to set registers, colour profiles, duct roller speeds, dampening and side lays. The settings can be stored and retrieved for repeat jobs. Colour density can be measured using a manual or automatic densitometer.
Easy access
Despite the Performa 66's rugged design, all the vital components – the lubricating unit, air control, ioniser, powder sprayer and dryer – can be accessed easily. All the safety guards have gas-operated springs for greater convenience during maintenance work.
Despite the Performa 66's rugged design, all the vital components – the lubricating unit, air control, ioniser, powder sprayer and dryer – can be accessed easily. All the safety guards have gas-operated springs for greater convenience during maintenance work.
Small footprint
The compact design of the Performa 66 means there are no tiring, space-consuming catwalks. Instead, there are sturdy, drop-down steps built into the side of the press for the rare occasions when the operator needs to access the ink ducts. This reduces operator fatigue while saving valuable floor space.
The compact design of the Performa 66 means there are no tiring, space-consuming catwalks. Instead, there are sturdy, drop-down steps built into the side of the press for the rare occasions when the operator needs to access the ink ducts. This reduces operator fatigue while saving valuable floor space.
Excellent support
KBA has an established reputation for prompt, effective service and customer support, and the same applies to KBA-Grafitec, which is now fully integrated in KBA’s global sales and service network. This guarantees you competent technical support, fast and efficient press installation, two-step operator training, first-class maintenance and the rapid availability of spare parts.
KBA has an established reputation for prompt, effective service and customer support, and the same applies to KBA-Grafitec, which is now fully integrated in KBA’s global sales and service network. This guarantees you competent technical support, fast and efficient press installation, two-step operator training, first-class maintenance and the rapid availability of spare parts.
Affordable press
The Performa 66 is specifically engineered to offer you, the customer, a high level of performance and production efficiency at an affordable price. Press operation is equally economical. Fast makereadies and a superb print quality make our Performa 66 the logical choice for cost-effective colour print production in the 21st century.
The Performa 66 is specifically engineered to offer you, the customer, a high level of performance and production efficiency at an affordable price. Press operation is equally economical. Fast makereadies and a superb print quality make our Performa 66 the logical choice for cost-effective colour print production in the 21st century.
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Maximum sheet size
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485 x 660 mm
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19 x 26 in
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Minimum sheet size
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330 x 330 mm
(option: 260 x 330 mm) |
13 x 13 in /
(option: 10¼ x 13 in) |
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Maximum image area
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475 x 650 mm
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18¾ x 25½ in
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Sheet thickness
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0.05 – 0.45 mm
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0.002 - 0.018 in
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Maximum output
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10,000 sph
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10,000 sph
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Plate size
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530 x 660 mm
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20¾ x 26 in
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Plate thickness
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0.3 mm
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0.012 in
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Feeder pile height
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940 mm
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37 in
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Delivery pile height (low/high)
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430 mm / 780 mm
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17 in / 30¾ in
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Press height
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1,780 mm
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70 in
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Press width
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1,620 mm
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63¾ in
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Press length – 2 colours (low/high pile)
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2,960 mm / 4,000 mm
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9 ft 8 in / 13 ft 2 in
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Press length – 4 colours
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5,710 mm
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18 ft 9 in
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Press length – 5 colours
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6,560 mm
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21 ft 6 in
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Machine weight – 2 colours (low pile)
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5,000 kg
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11,023 lbs
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Machine weight – 2 colours (high pile)
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5,350 kg
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11,795 lbs
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Machine weight – 4 colours
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9,800 kg
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21,605 lbs
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Machine weight – 5 colours
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11,500 kg
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25,353 lbs
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