Takach Rollers and Brayers
Tamarind Institute
Takach Press Hand Inking Rollers are Made of High Quality Rubber on an Aluminum Core
We manufacture the finest inking rollers available. The rubber is a combination of natural rubber with Buna Nitrite blend. This blend of rubber keeps the durometer consistent and also gives the rubber a longer life span as well as the highest durability. This high quality rubber is wrapped on the aluminum roller core, cured, ground and polished. The wrapped rubber technique of rubber application is superior to cast rubber surface applications, since it will not revert to a liquid as is often seen in cast rubber rollers.Shipping and storage of Takach Hand Inking Rollers
A quality shipping container is provided for shipping of Hand Inking Rollers and can also be used for print studio storage of the roller.Cleanup of Takach Press Hand Inking Rollers
To clean Takach Press rollers several types of cleaning agents can be used. Solvent based cleaners for oil based inks and nontoxic cleaners as well as soap and water for water based ink cleanup. For final cleanup before storage it is recommended that a roller wash such as Varn 120 be used. Be sure not to leave any chemicals or solvents on the roller. It is recommended to wipe the rollers completely dry after each cleaning.Repair of Damaged Hand Inking Rollers
Should a Hand Inking Roller become accidentally dented, our facility is equipped to regrind the surface, after removing the end caps and straightening the core.If needed, the roller may be recoated. Contact Takach Press for pricing.
Durometer / Hardness of the Rubber Used on Takach Hand Inking Rollers
The durometer, or hardness of the rubber, is measured from 35(medium / softest) to 60 (hardest).Durometer of Lithography Hand Inking Rollers
Hand Inking Rollers for lithography applications, 35 durometer is normally used.Durometer of Etching Hand Inking Rollers
Hand Inking Rollers for etching applications, the full durometer range is utilized.Viscosity Printing
A set of Hand Inking Rollers used for viscosity printing would consist of:- 1 - 35 durometer Hand Inking Roller
- 1 - 60 durometer Hand Inking Roller
Custom Takach Hand Inking Rollers
- Hand Inking Rollers in 60 durometer are special order.
- Takach Press will custom build Hand Inking rollers up to 24" in diameter with lengths up to 48"!
- Takach Press will manufacture all listed Hand Inking Roller diameters to custom lengths.
- All Hand Inking Rollers larger than 10.5" in diameter will be quoted by request. Contact Takach Press for pricing.
- Please allow 6-8 weeks for delivery on custom Hand Inking Rollers.
Notes on Selecting A Takach Hand Inking Roller
- Roll Out length refers to the length a roller will lay down ink without a lap mark.
- Rollers listed are considered standard sizes and are normally in stock in 35 durometer only 60 durometer is a special order item.
| 35 Durometer Stock Item | 60 Durometer Special Order | Roller Diameter | Face Length | Roll out Length* | Roller Weight | 35 Duro Price | 60 Duro Price |
| 4000735 | 4000760 | 4.75" | 7.75" | 15" | 3.0 lbs. | Buy Now | Buy Now |
| 4001035 | 4001060 | 4.75" | 10.75" | 15" | 5.0 lbs. | Buy Now | Buy Now |
| 4001235 | 4001260 | 4.75" | 12.75" | 15" | 6.0 lbs. | Buy Now | Buy Now |
| 4001435 | 4001460 | 4.75" | 14.75" | 15" | 7.0 lbs. | Buy Now | Buy Now |
| 4001635 | 4001660 | 4.75" | 16.75" | 15" | 8.0 lbs. | Buy Now | Buy Now |
| 4001835 | 4001860 | 4.75" | 18.75" | 15" | 9.0 lbs. | Buy Now | Buy Now |
| 4002035 | 4002060 | 4.75" | 20.75" | 15" | 10.0 lbs. | Buy Now | Buy Now |
| 4011635 | 4011660 | 6.75" | 16.75" | 21.25" | 11.5 lbs. | Buy Now | Buy Now |
| 4012035 | 4012060 | 6.75" | 20.75" | 21.25" | 14.0 lbs. | Buy Now | Buy Now |
| 4022035 | 4022060 | 8.5" | 20.75" | 26.75" | 16.0 lbs. | Buy Now | Buy Now |
| 4022435 | 4022460 | 8.5" | 24.75" | 26.75" | 18.0 lbs. | Buy Now | Buy Now |
| 4032435 | 4032460 | 10.5" | 24.75" | 33" | 21.0 lbs. | Buy Now | Buy Now |
| 4032635 | 4032660 | 10.5" | 26.75" | 33" | 24.0 lbs. | Buy Now | Buy Now |
* Roll Out Length refers to the length a roller will lay down ink without a lap mark.
Takach Leather Roller Cuffs are designed to slip over your roller handles. This product will protect your hands during long printing sessions.
Plastic Replacement Roller Handles (1.25"Diameter x 5.5" Long, PVC)
Replacement Roller Handles Aluminum (1.25"Diameter x 5.5" Long, Powder Coated, Solid Aluminum)
Roller Wash
Varn 120 Roller Wash water miscible roller and brayer wash. Varn 120 may be used full strength or mixed with 20% - 30% water. Contains rubber rejuvenates and synthetic detergents.
Takach Specialty Hand Brayers are the highest quality, narrow-sized Hand Brayers available, made with the same quality of rubber used on all Takach Press Hand Inking Rollers and Hand Brayers. They have a large 1 3/4" diameter and a 35 durometer medium hardness. Features include a high impact resistant handle and a sturdy frame, coupled with a self-lubricating bearing for extended service. These brayers will meet the demands of the professional printmaker and the students equally well.
| Durometer | |||||
| 35 | 60 | Roller Diameter | Face Length | *Roll Out Length | Price |
| 432235 | 432260 | 1 3/4" | 1/4" | 5 1/2" | $56 |
| 432435 | 432460 | 1 3/4" | 1/2" | 5 1/2" | $57 |
| 432635 | 432660 | 1 3/4" | 3/4" | 5 1/2" | $58 |
| 432835 | 432860 | 1 3/4" | 1" | 5 1/2" | $59 |
Set of Specialty Hand Brayers include all four sizes of Specialty Hand Brayers shown above (1/4", 1/2", 3/4" and 1") as well as Maple Storage Block.
Buy the set and save 10%.
Brayers
Takach Press Hand Brayers In our opinion, these are the best brayers money can buy. The rubber composition is the same as our top quality Hand Inking Rollers. Bushings are installed in the powder-coated brayer frame to insure smooth operation. The large 2.5" diameter will roll out 7.75" of ink without a lap mark. Standard durometer of rubber is 20. This provides the most versatility hardness for various printmaking techniques. 35 durometer rubber provides the most versatility for printmaking techniques. 60 durometer available for processes requiring a harder rubber surface.
| 35 med | 60 hard | Diameter | *Roll Out Length | Face Length |
| 4300435 | 4300460 | 2.5" | 7.75" | 4" |
| 4300635 | 4300660 | 2.5" | 7.75" | 6" |
| 4300835 | 4300860 | 2.5" | 7.75" | 8" |
| 4301035 | 4301060 | 2.5" | 7.75" | 10" |
* Roll Out Length refers to the length a roller will lay down ink without a lap mark.
Takach Jumbo Brayer
Our Jumbo Brayer fills the gap between our small hand brayers and our larger hand-inking rollers. The brayer has a large 3 1/2" diameter and a 12" face length. This large diameter gives you an 11" roll-out length providing an 11" x 12" square of ink without a lap mark. It has the same quality of rubber and the same lightweight aluminum powder coated frame as our other brayers. In stock at 35 durometer. It is also available from 20 durometer to 60 durometer.| 35 med | 60 hard | Diameter | *Roll Out Length | Face Length | |
| 4331235 | 431260 | 3.5" | 7.75" | 12" | Buy Now |
* Roll Out Length refers to the length a roller will lay down ink without a lap mark.
Speedball Brayers
Speedball brayers are inexpensive soft rubber rollers. Designed to offer every advantage, these soft rubber brayers feature a durable plastic comfort grip handle, heavy duty steel frame to eliminate warping and a precision ground finish. the roller has a 40 durometer hardness to assure even ink distribution, made of natural rubber and has superior ink holding ability. Printmaking, scrapbooking, stamping, papercrafting, home decor mounting and much more become easier with our diverse collection of brayers from speedball.
Grabit Roller
Grabit Inking Rollers also known as Hickie Rollers. These quality simulated leather rollers are manufactured similar to a standard Takach Hand Inking Roller. The first layer of rubber is wrapped as a standard hand inking roller. Next, an elastomeric ink roll covering formulation is applied which is uniformly impregnated with synthetic fibers. The result is a rubber hand inking roller that performs like a leather roller. A quality shipping container is supplied at no charge. You may use the lid of the container to store the Simulated Leather Grabit Inking Roller on your studio workbench.
Sizes
Standard grabit rollers are 4.75" diameter 15" roll out*. Custom size grabit inking rollers available on request. Contact Takach Press for pricing.
* Roll Out Length refers to the length a roller will lay down ink without a lap mark.
Cleanup
The Grabit Roller may be cleaned with Varn 120 Roller Wash. Using a fine bristle brush dampened with roller wash will restore the nap of the roller should it become matted. The ability to clean these rollers doesn't limit you to using black ink, as with leather inking rollers. Any ink color may be used.
Leather Rollers
Leather inking rollers are traditional for stone lithography. Manufactured one-at-a-time, featuring a hand-stitched seam and maple wood core and handles. Each roller must be conditioned by following the provided break-in procedure instructions or paying for a roller conditioning service. Manufacture's 1-year warranty and serial number. If not in stock, please allow 3-4 weeks for delivery.
Sizes
Accessories
Leather inking roller conditioning service delivers your new leather inking roller ready to print.
Leather roller cuffs fit tapered roller handles on leather inking rollers.
Leather roller scraper used to scrap excess ink off of your leather roller. Scraper is flexable so that it can flexed to conform to the curve of the roller.
