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Gravure Doctor Blades

Provident’s G Coated doctor blade is purpose-built for gravure. Featuring a low-friction coating and engineered edge profile, this blade reduces chrome cylinder wear, improves print quality, and stands up to abrasive inks and high-speed conditions. It’s the go-to solution for printers who demand long runs, consistent laydown, and minimal downtime.

Coated for Protection
A high-performance coating reduces friction and protects your chrome cylinders—especially important in long-run or high-abrasion applications.
Built for Abrasive Inks
Ideal for gravure inks that are harder on tooling, including metallics, whites, and matte varnishes.
Optimized for High-Speed Runs
Engineered for stability and smooth metering at high line speeds without compromising wear life or print clarity.
Gravure Doctor Blades

Get the Blade That’s Made for Gravure

Request a sample today and experience smoother metering, longer life, and reduced wear.
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Provident Synthetic Doctor Blades

Why Choose Gravure Blades?

Gravure printing puts intense demands on your doctor blades. High speeds, solvent-based inks, and chrome-plated cylinders leave no room for error. Provident’s G Coated blade was developed to meet those demands, offering excellent metering performance, reduced wear, and a coating designed for harsh environments.

Whether you’re printing packaging, decorative film, or publication-grade graphics, this blade helps protect your press and keep production running efficiently.

Find the Right Blade with Our Doctor Blade Application Chart

Our Doctor Blade Application Chart gives you a clear side-by-side look at blade types, coatings, ink compatibility, and expected longevity. Whether you're troubleshooting a challenge or simply want to extend blade life, this chart is a smart starting point.

And if you’re still unsure? We’re here to help.

Our team knows what works in real-world pressrooms and can help you match the right blade to your specific application.

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Other Doctor Blades

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Steel Blades

Blade Thickness:
.006, .008, .010, .012

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Steel Blades

Blade Thickness:
.006, .008, .010, .012

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Specialty Steel Blades

Blade Thickness:
.006, .008, .010, .012

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Specialty Steel Blades

Blade Thickness:
.006, .008, .010, .012

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Coated Blades

Blade Thickness:
.006, .008, .010, .012

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Coated Blades

Blade Thickness:
.006, .008, .010, .012

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Synthetic Blades

Blade Thickness:
.020, .030, .040

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Synthetic Blades

Blade Thickness:
.020, .030, .040

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