PermaJet Fibre Base Gloss v. Crane Silver Rag
2006-02-28 by Paul Roark
I just received samples of PermaJet's ("PJ") version of what would appear to
be the same basic new technology paper. As with the Crane Silver Rag, I'm
impressed.
Both have acid free paper substrates; so they should be archival. As noted
before, both have acidic surfaces, but so do the highly rated Epson Premium
glossy papers.
The PJ paper has OBAs and has a cooler look. The Crane paper is OBA free.
The PJ paper also prints cooler with MIS EZ-N inks. With Color Controls at
0 the PJ 50% Lab is (58, -.2, -3); the Crane SR Lab is (58, -.6, -1.4).
On the C86 with PKN, the PJ paper has a better dmax at 2.44. The Crane SR
dmax of 2.17 is probably due, in part, to media type limitations on the C86,
as a better dmax can be achieved on some other printers. Still, I'd guess
the PJ paper is going to achieve a better dmax with most systems due to its
glossier surface.
The PJ paper has a glossier look, but it's not an RC glossy look at all.
I'd say its texture has larger, rounder bumps than the Crane paper. Which
is preferable is totally subjective. I think the glossier PJ surface shows
fingerprints and roller marks a bit more.
Both have about the same slight bronzing. I'm not sure it's enough to worry
about.
Both take printing of text on the back for postcard use. I'd guess the
Crane paper will be a bit better for postcards.
Now all we need is for Costco to get some of this type of paper and sell it
for $.15 per sheet.
Whatever company is behind this new technology definitely has a winner.
Paul
www.PaulRoark.com <http://www.paulroark.com/>
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