Acids are also the most versatile; capable of running with all types of offset litho inks.
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Energy-curable inks are the highest-quality offset litho inks and are set by application of light energy.
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They require specialized equipment such as inter-station curing lamps, and are usually the most expensive type of offset litho ink.
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After the plate is cleaned of ink, the parts of the plate that received the blast can be seen to have minute pits that hold ink; the areas that were protected by the white litho ink remain smooth and are wiped clean before printing.