If it is required to test the absorption behaviour by set-off more critically, excluding the influence of the counter paper, it is also possible to set-off print samples against non-absorbing counter samples, such as PVC, cellophane or metal laminated paper.
Other tests include the use of printed sample as well as counter samples made of non-absorbing materials.
It is also possible to mount press samples, full length, cut to 40 mm width, length e.g. 500, 700 or 1000 mm.

Evaluation of test results
Drying time is determined by measuring the length of the counter print image. Measured is the length of the print image to the point where there is no transfer to the counter sheet anymore. The length of the counter-print divided by the set speed gives the drying time.
A drying time curve can be determined by measuring the density of the print or counter print every 10 mm of the print.