Didde Web Press Roller 227-708

The Didde Web Press Roller 227-708 is a precision-recovered Water Form Roller for the Quad Flow dampening system on the Didde 860 web offset printing press, used as the Dahlgren form roller. Part number 227-708, this roller also matches Lith-O-Roll part number DG-860-15-A. As a water form roller in the Quad Flow dampening system, the 227-708 contacts the printing plate directly to apply a controlled film of fountain solution before inking — making its surface condition and concentricity critical to clean, even dampening across the full web width on your Didde 860.

A worn or glazed Dahlgren water form roller causes uneven moisture delivery to the plate, leading to problems such as scumming in dry areas, ink emulsification in over-dampened areas, inconsistent dot gain, and toning. These issues are often misdiagnosed as ink or chemistry problems, when the real cause is a degraded dampening form roller. Replacing the worn 227-708 with a precision-recovered unit restores precise, consistent fountain solution application to the plate, improving ink-water balance stability and reducing waste on your Didde 860.

Please verify the part number prior to ordering — many Didde models share rollers that may be interchangeable across configurations, and confirming the correct part number ensures you receive the right water form roller for your specific press setup. Contact us if you need help identifying the correct dampening roller for your Didde model.

Compatible Press: Didde 860 (Dahlgren Dampening)
Part Number: 227-708
Cross Reference: Lith-O-Roll DG-860-15-A
Roller Type: Water Form Roller (Quad Flow)
Condition: Precision-recovered