LayerQuestar LQ-2C
LQ-2C

LQ-2C Series 2-Color Flexo Printing Machine

5–50 m/min Speed
Overview

LQ-2C — Machine Overview

The LQ-2C Series is a 2-color flexographic printing machine designed for continuous roll-to-roll printing on flexible plastic films and paper substrates.

Available in three substrate widths — 600mm, 800mm, and 1000mm — the series covers a broad range of bag printing applications from small-format T-shirt bags to wide supermarket carrier bags.

All models operate at 5–50 m/min and support an integrated single-pass workflow combining printing, laminating, and die-cutting. The uniform 2.38mm plate specification across all models allows operators to share plate stock between machines, simplifying consumable management.

Inks are temperature-resistant, light-resistant, and friction-resistant, delivering high color saturation and registration accuracy on both film and paper.

Best For
Plastic bag manufacturers producing T-shirt bags, flat bags, shopping bags, and garbage bags Paper bag producers requiring water-based flexo printing on kraft or coated paper Facilities integrating printing into a blown film → print → bag making production line Buyers seeking entry-to-mid-range 2-color flexo capacity with multi-substrate flexibility High-volume operations prioritizing cost-per-unit efficiency via multi-lane wide-format printing
Applications

What This Machine Produces

Confirmed output types for this machine configuration. Actual results depend on film specification and tooling selection.

Film & Bags — product made on LayerQuestar LQ-2C

Film & Bags

Paper Bags — product made on LayerQuestar LQ-2C

Paper Bags

Woven & Non Woven Bag — product made on LayerQuestar LQ-2C

Woven & Non Woven Bag

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Specifications

Technical Specifications

All specifications are under standard operating conditions and may vary depending on film material, bag size and configuration.

Model NumberLQ-2C
Print Colors2 Colors
Max Print Width1000mm
Max Speed5–50 m/min
SubstratesBOPP, PET, PE, PVC, CPP, Glassine Paper, Standard Paper, Aluminum Foil

Specifications subject to change without notice. Contact LayerQuestar for the latest confirmed datasheet for this model.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the LQ-2C. For configuration-specific questions, contact our engineering team directly.

What materials can the LQ-2C Series print on?

The LQ-2C Series is compatible with BOPP, PET, PE, PVC, CPP, aluminum foil, glassine paper, and standard paper rolls, covering both plastic film and paper bag production.

What is the printing speed of the LQ-2C Series?

All three models operate at 5 to 50 meters per minute, allowing speed adjustment based on substrate type, ink coverage, and required registration accuracy.

What is the difference between the LQ-2C-600, LQ-2C-800, and LQ-2C-1000?

The three models differ primarily in maximum substrate width: 600mm, 800mm, and 1000mm respectively. All share the same speed range (5–50 m/min) and plate thickness (2.38mm). The LQ-2C-800 also offers a shorter minimum print length of 180mm versus 200mm on the other two models.

Can this machine print, laminate, and die-cut in a single pass?

Yes. The LQ-2C Series supports an integrated single-pass workflow that combines printing, laminating, and die-cutting, reducing handling steps and improving line efficiency.

What plate thickness does the LQ-2C Series require?

All models require a total mounted plate thickness of 2.38mm, including the double-sided adhesive tape. This is a standard commercial flexo specification compatible with most photopolymer plate suppliers.

Where does this machine fit in a plastic bag production line?

The LQ-2C Series is positioned after the blown film extruder and before the bag making machine. The workflow is: blown film extrusion → flexo printing → bag making.

How many colors can the LQ-2C Series print?

The LQ-2C Series prints two colors per pass. For jobs requiring more than two colors, additional passes or a multi-color flexo model would be required.

What is the maximum roll diameter the machine accepts?

All three models accept web rolls up to ⌀450mm in diameter.

Is the LQ-2C Series suitable for paper bag printing?

Yes. All three models support paper substrates including uncoated kraft paper and coated white paper. Water-based flexo inks are recommended for paper applications to ensure adhesion and food-safety compliance.

What is the estimated output per shift on the LQ-2C-1000?

Running at 30 m/min with 8-hour shifts at 80% efficiency in a dual-lane layout with a 400mm bag width, the LQ-2C-1000 can produce approximately 57,600 printed bag units per shift.

Ready to discuss the LQ-2C?

Send us your bag size, output target and film spec — LayerQuestar will respond within 4 business hours.