Tympan

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-006278",
  "term": "Tympan",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A stretched parchment or cloth frame on a printing press, positioned between the platen and the paper. It holds the paper firmly against the form during impression and provides a resilient surface for even pressure distribution. This component is adjusted to achieve optimal print quality and prevent smudging.",
  "subject": "Industrial printing",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Tympan",
    "es": "tímpano",
    "fr": "tympan"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/tympan/"
}