A4+ Printing / Book Binding Press

A4+ Printing / Book Binding Press is ideal for lino and woodcuts. You could also use it as a press for bookmaking. Perfect for etchings, dry points, engravings, collagraphs, linoleum block prints, and paper plate lithographs.

Larger A4+ Plus Size:

It has been designed specifically to fit the larger size A4+ sheets of paper (A4+ is 250 x 337 mm) this gives you the option to trim your finished prints to full size A4.

With one of the largest openings (16.7 cm) it is ideal for nearly all wood blocks and lino cuts. With this large capacity this A4+ printing / book binding press may also be a useful addition in bookmaking where it can apply more pressure than our nipping press. Embossing is possible with thin flexible materials like card, paper or leather.

Made with quality materials and hand finished one of these A4+ printing / book binding presses is a solid investment for your studio.

Quality Materials:

Our press uses a heavy gauge screw system often found in woodworking vices. With one of the strongest threads on the market its 30 mm diameter trapezoidal design will last a lifetime. Applying force to your work is easy with the  vise style sliding handle.

Manufactured from quality birch plywood chosen for its strength, durability and stability. We have used very generous thicknesses whilst maintaining the largest openings possible. featuring a slot together system that and held together with substantial steel bolts. With hidden bolts running through the inside of the wooden side plates. Steel plates underneath spread the working load out to maximise the presses strength whilst minimising the loads on the wood.

Made from birch ply as it is an ideal choice. Widely used in furniture, home décor and structural designs. Its stability is perfect for this type of press it will keep its flatness and strength for many years. Designed for the discerning user and home crafter alike. A valuable addition to any printer’s studio.

Designed by our award-winning designer using computer aided design, each press is manufactured using our computer-controlled machinery. The manufactured parts are sanded on all the sides then given a slight round over edge. Finished in quality varnish. Your press is hand assembled and tested prior to dispatch.

Your press will be supplied to you fully assembled and ready to use simply unbox and enjoy.

Book Binding Press Specification:

Printing volume L 34 cm x W 25 cm x H 16.7 cm

Overall size fully closed L 46 cm x W 28 cm x H 43 cm

Overall size fully open L 46 cm x W 28 cm x H 60 cm

Handle length 32.5 cm

Weight 15 Kg

Because each press is handmade it can take a couple of weeks to complete, please allow for this when placing your order.

Maintenance:

Wipe down occasionally with a damp cloth.

Add a drop of oil to the threads and run the press fully open to fully closed this distributes the oil over the entire length of the thread. You will not need to do this very often and depends on use.

N.b. Colour of screw parts (Green on this press) may vary.