Heidelberg SM 102 Tube Ductor Roller (Exchange)

The Heidelberg SM 102 Tube Ductor Roller (Exchange) is a precision-recovered rubber roller designed for the ink train on Heidelberg SM 102 sheetfed offset presses. The tube ductor plays a critical role in ink metering, oscillating between the ink fountain roller and the first distribution roller to control the volume of ink fed into the roller train. A worn or hardened ductor roller results in uneven ink feed, ink starvation, and inconsistent color density — making timely replacement essential for maintaining print quality.

Heidelberg part number 71.009.061/02B, this tube ductor roller is sold one per unit and is supplied as an exchange roller. Upon ordering, you will receive a freshly reground and recovered roller ready to install on press. The worn core must be returned within 20 days to avoid additional core charges. Note that the standard ductor is pictured in the product photograph; this listing is specifically for the tube ductor variant.

All exchange rollers are reground to OEM dimensional specifications and recovered with a compound matched to Heidelberg’s original durometer and surface finish requirements. This ensures proper nip pressure and ink transfer characteristics consistent with a new OEM roller at a fraction of the cost.

Compatible Press: Heidelberg SM 102
Roller Type: Tube Ductor
Part Number: 71.009.061/02B
Quantity: 1 per unit
Program: Exchange (return core within 20 days)
Condition: Reground and recovered to OEM specification