Abstract: A printing plate for computer-to plate lithography having a laser-ablatable member supported by a substrate. At least one portion of the laser-ablatable member is formed form an acrylic polymer containing laser-sensitive particles. The laser-sensitive particles absorb imaging radiation and cause the portion of the laser-ablatable member containing the laser sensitive particles and any overlying layers to be ablated.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
February 5, 2003
Date of Patent:
June 15, 2004
Assignee:
Alcoa Inc.
Inventors:
David S. Bennett, Sallie L. Blake, Daniel L. Serafin, Jean Ann Skiles, Robert E. Bombalski, Clinton S. Zediak, Gary A. Nitowski, Joseph D. Guthrie