07.07.2026
Inkcups, a global leader in the printing industry, announces the launch of its newest laser plate-maker, the Cobalt Pro+. Replacing the Cobalt PRO, Inkcups’ highest wattage laser available in the Inkcups Cobalt line, the new Cobalt Pro+ is up to 20% faster, enabling users to boost productivity, reduce turnaround times, and take on more work without compromising quality.
The Cobalt Pro+ is ideal for print shops or departments that require both laser etching and plate-making capabilities, offering both CO₂ laser technology and an etching area of 460 mm x 640 mm (18 x 25 in), and enabling etching of one large plate or multiple plates at once. Utilizing CO₂ laser technology, the laser plate-maker produces high-resolution graphics up to 1500 dpi on a large variety of plates including DuraLaze and exposed polymer. In addition to creating plates for pad printing, the 30W laser can be used for engraving promotional products.
A closed-loop DC servo motor ensures greater continuous shaft power at higher speeds than competitive lasers and it also enables greater accuracy (0.254 mm or 0.1%) due to the continuous movement. The AutoFocus operations control feature adjusts to the precise focal point on the engraving area, ensuring accurate results.
Marking the next step in the evolution of Inkcups’ advanced CO₂ laser technology, the Cobalt Pro+ builds on the proven performance of its predecessor while delivering the same high-quality image output with significantly improved speed and efficiency.
Ian Bedford, Senior Project Engineer, Inkcups, comments: “The Cobalt range of laser plate-makers delivers fast, state-of-the-art plate-making and etching in a single system offering the flexibility of being able to create plates for pad printing and etch promotional products. With the introduction of the new Cobalt Pro+, users can now achieve results up to 20 percent faster, helping them to respond more quickly to customer demand and increase productivity without compromising quality.”
