Scoop Coaters

What Are Scoop Coaters?

Scoop coaters are screen printing tools used to apply emulsion to screen mesh before exposure. They help create a smooth and consistent emulsion layer, which is important for stencil quality and print consistency.

Proper emulsion coating helps improve exposure results, stencil durability, and detail reproduction during printing.

Choosing the Right Scoop Coater

Scoop coaters are available in different sizes and edge profiles depending on the type of coating desired. Selecting the proper scoop coater depends on screen size, mesh count, and the amount of emulsion deposit needed.

Many printers choose scoop coaters slightly larger than the intended print area to help maintain even coating coverage across the screen.

Double Sided vs Pro-Angle Scoop Coaters

Double sided scoop coaters provide different coating edges for varying emulsion deposits and mesh counts. Pro-angle scoop coaters are designed to maintain a consistent coating angle for smooth and controlled emulsion application.

Both styles are commonly used in garment screen printing and stencil preparation workflows.

Proper Emulsion Coating Technique

Consistent coating pressure, angle, and speed all affect stencil thickness and print quality. Properly coated screens help improve exposure consistency and reduce stencil defects during production.  For a quality stencil, degrease your screens and use a quality emulsion suited for your application.  For help choosing an emulsion use our Screen Printing Emulsion Guide.

Scoop coaters are an essential part of the screen preparation process for both manual and automatic screen printing operations.