Mof?

[Havoxx]

What does the MOF + L stand for in a Heidelberg MOF + L?
And how does it differ from a Heidelberg SM 102?

 

[Paul Cavanaugh]

MO designates the sheet format of the machine which is right at 25.5" if memory serves me right. The F designates how many colors it is, which in this instance is Five (Funf in German). The L stands for Aqueous Coater.

There is a significant difference in the mechanical design when compared to a an SM 102. Too many differences to list here. But like the difference between a Chevy and a Ford, both will get you from point A to point B or in the case of the MO and SM they both will put ink on paper.

 

[KPetrochko]

I have run a couple MOs and they will definately put ink on paper, but they were a 'lightweight' design to cost compete against the new imports (think Asian)of the late 80s and early 90's era. Early serial #s dont have some of the later upgrades that the later models got, so if there are no crosscut gripper pads and 'jack bolts' on the shafts, beware. Unit to unit registration can be a problem, and heavy coverage with any amount of tack will make your pressmen gray at a young age. Just sayin.

After a lot of years on MO's, the CD74 on our floor is like heaven on earth to run.