The 2 Stage Ink Leveler allows the printer to purchase an ink leveler in 2 stages depending on requirements and budget. The first stage allows manual control of the ink level with even flow into the fountain while the second stage upgrades the leveler to full automatic status without having to modify the first stage.

The first stage includes the extruded aluminum manifold which mounts over the fountain as well as the cheekplate brackets, adjustable length arm, even distribution ink nozzles and 90° ink fitting (1/2” npt) on the gear side.

The second stage incorporates a valve/control box and adapts it to the components of the first stage without requiring any modifications. The second stage includes a sliding swivel sensor with built-in tilt switch that easily mounts to the existing manifold. The manifold is pre-drilled so that the sensor cable is run through the body of the manifold for a neater installation and the valve/control box is designed to mount separately on the gear side of the press or directly to the ink drop line.