AWT Pro Angle 2 Dual-Sided Scoop Coater – Precision Dual-Edge Emulsion Scoop Coater for Screen Printing
A.W.T.
The AWT Pro Angle 2 Dual-Sided Scoop Coater is AWT’s premium dual-edge aluminum scoop coater — Made in America by the same company that has built the industry-standard Pro Angle 1 in Chicago since 1957. The Pro Angle 2 features two coating edges in one tool: a sharp edge for thin, precise deposits and a dull/round edge for thicker stencil builds. Switch between them mid-job by rotating the coater 180°. 2× the emulsion capacity of the Pro Angle 1 means fewer refills on larger screens. Available in 16″ (for 20×24 frames) and 18″ (for 23×31 frames) — the two production-shop standard sizes.
Made in America
Manufactured in the USA by A.W.T. World Trade (Chicago, IL) — the company that has been engineering screen printing equipment domestically since 1957. American-made quality, American labor, American supply chain. Not an offshore import.
Dual Edge: Sharp + Dull/Round in One Tool
Two coating profiles built into a single scoop coater. Sharp edge for thinner deposits (face coats, higher mesh counts, fine detail). Dull/round edge for thicker stencil builds (puff inks, athletic ink, glitter base, foil base, high-density specialty work). Rotate 180° mid-job to switch.
2× Emulsion Capacity
Larger trough holds approximately twice the emulsion of the Pro Angle 1 — fewer refills between passes on larger screens, less interruption during production runs, more consistent coating thickness across a full screen-making session.
Combination Edge Guard + Dust Cover
Pro Angle 2 ships with a dual-purpose cover that protects both coating edges from nicks AND covers the trough to keep dust out of emulsion left in the coater. Two functions in one accessory — AWT’s answer to the “cover the trough” production rule.
Premium AWT Engineering
Same extruded aluminum body, hard-anodized gold finish, permanent recessed end caps, and anti-tip geometry as the Pro Angle 1 — just with dual edges and double capacity. The production-shop choice.
Sized for Standard Production Frames
Available in 16″ (the production standard for 20×24 frames) and 18″ (the production standard for 23×31 frames). Pro Angle 2 skips smaller sizes — it’s built specifically for production-shop screen sizes where dual-edge versatility pays off.
$44.99 – $49.99 · In stock and ships same-day from RCS San Antonio, TX · FREE shipping on orders over $200
Price range: $44.99 through $49.99
Description
AWT Pro Angle 2 Dual-Sided Scoop Coater
Made in America · A.W.T. World Trade (Chicago, IL since 1957) · Dual Edge (Sharp + Dull/Round) · 2× Emulsion Capacity
The Pro Angle 2 is the production-shop choice in AWT’s scoop coater line — built for printers who need versatility in stencil thickness across mixed jobs. The dual-edge design puts a sharp edge (thinner, precise deposits) and a dull/round edge (thicker stencil builds for high-deposit specialty inks) into one tool. Add 2× the emulsion capacity of the Pro Angle 1 and a combination edge guard + dust cover, and you have the most versatile scoop coater AWT makes — the right choice for shops running varied work at varied mesh counts.
★ Made in America
Dual edge (sharp + dull)
2× emulsion capacity
Edge guard + dust cover
Anti-tip design
Dual edge (sharp + dull)
2× emulsion capacity
Edge guard + dust cover
Anti-tip design
Why the AWT Pro Angle 2 Is the Best-Made Dual-Edge Scoop Coater in the Industry
Dual-edge scoop coaters are common across the industry — cheap import dual-edge coaters can be had for very little. So why does the AWT Pro Angle 2 cost more, and why does every serious production shop in America have one in the screen room? The answer comes down to six engineering details that you can’t see in a product photo but show up the first time you use the tool.
★ MADE IN AMERICA
A.W.T. World Trade · Chicago, Illinois · Manufacturing since 1957
A.W.T. has manufactured screen printing equipment in the USA for over 65 years. The Pro Angle 2 dual-edge design is the result of decades of iterative refinement based on direct feedback from American production shops — specifically shops doing high-deposit specialty work (puff, athletic, glitter, foil base) that need the dull edge to build stencil thickness. Cheap offshore dual-edge coaters imitate the visual design but skip the engineering details that actually matter for production-quality coating. When you buy an AWT, you’re buying the original.
1. Two Calibrated Edges, Not One Edge Sanded Two Ways
Cheap dual-edge coaters often start with a single-edge extrusion and just sand one side flat. AWT’s Pro Angle 2 uses a purpose-designed extrusion with both the sharp edge and the dull/round edge engineered as independent calibrated coating profiles. The sharp edge deposits a precisely thin film for face coats; the dull/round edge deposits a precisely thick film for high-deposit work. Each edge is what it’s supposed to be — not a compromise.
2. Permanent, Drilled-and-Tapped End Caps
The end caps on a Pro Angle 2 are aluminum — recessed into the body, drilled, tapped, and screwed into position. They are not removable, not replaceable, not glued, not snap-fit. Cheap import dual-edge coaters use plastic snap-on end caps that crack from temperature swings, fall off in the middle of a coating pass, get lost in screen wash, and need ongoing replacement. AWT’s permanent end caps catch emulsion overflow on every pass and outlast the rest of the coater.
3. Hard-Anodized Gold Finish (Not Paint)
Hard anodization is a controlled electrochemical process that grows an aluminum oxide layer on the surface 5-10× harder than the raw aluminum underneath. The result: the trough resists staining from pigmented emulsion, screen wash and reclaim chemistry doesn’t etch the surface, and both calibrated edges maintain their profile through years of use. The gold color isn’t paint or anodized dye — it’s the natural color of the oxide layer at this thickness. It cannot chip, peel, or wear off.
4. Anti-Tip Geometry With Larger Trough
The Pro Angle 2 holds 2× the emulsion of the Pro Angle 1 — which means a tipping accident wastes 2× the emulsion. AWT engineered the anti-tip geometry specifically for the larger trough: downward-projecting legs plus a balanced trough that rests flat on the counter even when fully loaded. Set it down to grab a screen; no spillage, no drips, no mess. Cheap large-capacity coaters often skip this detail and lose a lot of emulsion per session.
5. Combination Edge Guard + Dust Cover
The Pro Angle 2’s edge protector is a dual-purpose accessory: it covers BOTH coating edges during storage AND covers the open trough to keep dust out of emulsion left in the coater between coats. This solves a real production problem — dust contamination of sensitized emulsion left in the trough — with a single elegant accessory. The Pro Angle 1 has a simple edge guard; the Pro Angle 2 has the upgraded combination cover, designed for production-shop workflow.
6. Decades of Production-Floor Refinement
AWT has been making this scoop coater family for over 50 years. The current Pro Angle 2 design is the result of continuous refinement based on direct feedback from American production shops doing the most demanding screen-making work — the shops where dual-edge versatility, larger emulsion capacity, and dust-protected trough storage actually matter every single day. Every detail you can identify is there for a reason that came from a real shop’s real problem.
The bottom line on AWT vs cheap import dual-edge coaters
A cheap import dual-edge coater looks identical to an AWT Pro Angle 2 in a product photo. But the import deposits inconsistent coating thickness on both edges, the plastic end caps fall off within a few months, the cheap finish stains and corrodes, and the edges dull quickly — meaning the “sharp” edge stops being sharp and the “dull” edge becomes inconsistent. You replace it every year or two. An AWT Pro Angle 2 lasts 10+ years of daily production use — one tool, properly maintained, will outlast multiple sets of imports while delivering consistent coating quality every single time. For shops running high-deposit specialty work where stencil thickness matters more than anywhere else, the AWT pays for itself in the first year.
AWT Pro Angle 2 vs Pro Angle 1: Side-by-Side Comparison
AWT makes two scoop coaters in the Pro Angle family. Both are Made in America, both use the same premium extruded aluminum and hard-anodized gold finish, both have permanent end caps and anti-tip design. The difference is the coating edge configuration and emulsion capacity. Use this chart to figure out which one is right for your workflow:
| Feature | Pro Angle 1 | Pro Angle 2 (This Product) |
|---|---|---|
| Coating Edge | Single sharp edge — deposits a thinner, controlled emulsion film | Dual edge: sharp side (thinner) + dull/round side (thicker) |
| Stencil Deposit | Thin to medium — ideal for face coats, higher mesh count work, fine detail prints | Variable — thinner with sharp edge OR thicker with dull edge (your choice mid-job) |
| Emulsion Capacity | Standard trough capacity | 2× the capacity of the Pro Angle 1 — fewer refills between passes on larger screens |
| Workflow | Simple — one edge, one decision (pick up, coat, set down). Great when multiple people coat screens. | Versatile — rotate the coater 180° mid-job to switch between thin and thick deposit profiles without changing tools. |
| Weight & Handling | Lighter, easier on long coating sessions — less hand fatigue | Heavier (larger trough + 2× emulsion) — more fatigue but better for high-volume continuous coating |
| Best For | Textile plastisol production, water-based work, face coats, shops doing consistent work at consistent mesh counts (110-200), hobbyist & intermediate printers, training environments where simplicity matters | High-deposit specialty work (puff, high-density, athletic ink, glitter, foil base), shops doing capillary film + emulsion combos, varying mesh counts (40-350), printers who want one tool for thin AND thick coats |
| Available Sizes | 14″, 15″, 16″, 18″ | 16″ (for 20×24 frames) and 18″ (for 23×31 frames) — production-shop standard sizes only |
| Made in America | ✓ A.W.T. (Chicago, IL) | ✓ A.W.T. (Chicago, IL) |
| Anti-Tip Design | ✓ Standard | ✓ Standard (engineered for the larger trough) |
| Permanent End Caps | ✓ Drilled, tapped, screwed | ✓ Drilled, tapped, screwed |
| Edge Guard / Dust Cover | Rubber edge protector | Combination edge guard + dust cover — protects edges AND covers trough to keep dust out of emulsion left in the coater |
| Price Point | $34.99 – $39.99 | $44.99 – $49.99 (premium for dual-edge + 2× capacity + dust cover) |
| Product Page | View the AWT Pro Angle 1 → | You are here — the Pro Angle 2 page |
Sharp Edge vs Dull/Round Edge: Two Tools In One
The Pro Angle 2’s key value proposition is that you get two different coating profiles in one tool. Understanding what each edge does — and when to use it — is the most important thing to know about this product:
Sharp Edge (Thinner Deposit)
The sharp edge cuts the emulsion as it travels up the screen, depositing a thinner, more controlled emulsion film. The cured stencil is thinner with crisper edges — ideal for:
- Face coats on top of an already-coated screen (final smoothing pass)
- Higher mesh count work (200-350 mesh)
- Fine line detail, halftones, and small text
- Standard textile plastisol prints where stencil thickness doesn’t need to be excessive
- Production work where consistency matters more than maximum ink deposit
Dull / Round Edge (Thicker Deposit) — The Pro Angle 2 Difference
The dull or rounded edge pushes emulsion onto the screen rather than cutting it, depositing a thicker emulsion film and building a thicker stencil. This deeper ink well is what makes high-deposit specialty inks print right — ideal for:
- Puff inks — need thick stencil to deposit enough ink for the puff effect to expand properly
- High-density / athletic inks — the thick ink deposit needs a thick stencil to define
- Glitter base, foil base, suede base — specialty bases that need a deep ink well
- Lower mesh count work (40-110 mesh) where the stencil acts as the ink-thickness governor
- Base coats that will be face-coated later to build total stencil thickness
- Discharge ink work where extra ink deposit improves opacity on dark fabrics
The base-coat-and-face-coat workflow
Many production shops use the Pro Angle 2 in a specific two-step workflow: base coat with the dull/round edge (two passes, builds stencil thickness) → dry the screen → face coat with the sharp edge (one pass on the squeegee side, smooths and seals). The result is a thick, durable stencil with a smooth print-side surface — ideal for athletic ink prints, glitter prints, and any work where you need both deposit depth AND surface smoothness. This workflow is the Pro Angle 2’s killer use case — it’s why production shops own it instead of two separate single-edge coaters.
Pick the Pro Angle 1 if…
- You print mostly textile work at consistent mesh counts (110-200)
- You want the simplest possible coating workflow — pick up, coat, set down
- Multiple people in your shop coat screens, and you want to eliminate the “which edge do I use?” confusion
- Hand fatigue on long coating sessions matters (lighter tool)
- You’re newer to screen coating and want consistent results without complicated edge-selection decisions
- You print primarily standard prints (chest, back) without high-density specialty effects
Pick the Pro Angle 2 if…
- You regularly print high-density specialty effects (puff, athletic ink, glitter base, foil base) that need thicker stencils — the dull edge builds the needed thickness in fewer passes
- You print across a wide range of mesh counts (40-350) and want to optimize stencil thickness per job
- You want to do base coats with the dull edge and face coats with the sharp edge in the same workflow
- You’re coating larger screens and the 2× emulsion capacity means fewer refills
- You leave emulsion in the trough between coats and want the dust-cover protection
- You’re an experienced printer who knows when each edge type is the right choice
- You’d rather own one versatile tool than buy a Pro Angle 1 now and a separate thicker-deposit tool later
How to Pick the Right Pro Angle 2 Size for Your Screens
The Pro Angle 2 is available in two sizes — the two production-shop standards. AWT doesn’t make the Pro Angle 2 in smaller sizes because the dual-edge versatility and 2× emulsion capacity are most useful on production-shop screen sizes. Here’s how to pick:
AWT’s Sizing Rule
Order a scoop coater 3 inches larger than your image area.
The math: 1 inch coating margin on each side of the image + 0.5 inch end cap recess on each side = 3 inches added to the image area to get the right outside coater dimension. 13″ image area → 16″ coater. 15″ image area → 18″ coater.
Pro Angle 2 Size Selection
| Pro Angle 2 Size | Image Area It Coats | Production Frame Match |
|---|---|---|
| 16″ coater ★ | 13″ image area | Most common for 20×24 frames — the production-shop standard for chest prints, back prints, and standard textile work |
| 18″ coater ★ | 15″ image area | Most common for 23×31 frames — full-back prints, jumbo chest prints, larger graphic work |
✓ The production-shop pair
If you’re running both 20×24 and 23×31 frames (the two screen sizes used by virtually every textile and graphic shop), the standard production setup is one 16″ Pro Angle 2 + one 18″ Pro Angle 2. That covers your entire frame inventory with dual-edge versatility on both. Many shops keep one set dedicated to standard emulsion and another set for blockout — the Pro Angle 2’s pricing makes a multi-coater shop setup affordable.
⚠ Need a smaller size?
The Pro Angle 2 isn’t made in sizes smaller than 16″ — AWT positions it specifically as a production-shop tool. If you need a smaller scoop coater (14″ or 15″) for smaller frames, sleeve prints, or pocket prints, look at the Pro Angle 1 instead — it’s available in 14″, 15″, 16″, and 18″ sizes.
Proper Coating Technique With the Pro Angle 2
The Pro Angle 2 uses the same fundamental coating technique as any scoop coater, with one extra decision: which edge to use. Here’s the production-shop method:
Caring for Your Pro Angle 2 (So It Lasts 10+ Years)
A well-cared-for AWT Pro Angle 2 easily lasts a decade of daily production use. A neglected one can be ruined in months. The same care principles as the Pro Angle 1 apply, with one Pro Angle 2-specific addition (the dust cover):
Clean Both Coating Edges After Every Use
Per AWT’s care instructions: wipe both coating edges (sharp and dull) with a warm damp cloth after each session. Dried emulsion on either edge changes the coating profile and ruins the precision of that edge. Never use abrasive pads or scrapers — both edges are precision-machined and mechanical damage is permanent.
Snap on the Combination Edge Guard / Dust Cover
The dual-purpose cover that ships with the Pro Angle 2 isn’t decorative. It protects both calibrated coating edges from nicks when stored AND covers the open trough to keep dust out of sensitized emulsion left in the coater between coats. Use it for both purposes — it’s the Pro Angle 2’s most underrated feature.
Don’t Leave Pigmented Emulsion in the Trough Long-Term
Even with the dust cover snapped on, don’t leave sensitized emulsion in the trough overnight or longer. The 2× larger capacity means more emulsion to waste if it dries on the trough. Pour leftover emulsion back into its container at the end of each session, wipe the trough clean, and snap on the cover.
Never Force the Coater Through Stuck-On Material
If you find dried emulsion on either edge, soak the coater in water until it softens, then wipe gently. Scraping or prying at hardened emulsion damages the edge profiles — and on the Pro Angle 2 you have two precision-machined edges to protect, not just one. Treat both edges like the precision tools they are.
Pair Your Pro Angle 2 With the Right Emulsion
The Pro Angle 2’s dual-edge versatility is most useful when paired with emulsions designed for the kind of work it’s built for — especially water-based, discharge, and high-deposit specialty textile printing:
Murakami T9 Pink
Pre-sensitized photopolymer, 44% solids, 17,000 mPa·s. High viscosity for thicker stencils when using the Pro Angle 2 dull edge — ideal pairing for high-deposit work.
Murakami Photocure WSR
Solvent-resistant dual-cure. 44% solids. Built for water-based, discharge, HSA — the ink types that benefit most from a thicker stencil. Perfect Pro Angle 2 pairing.
Murakami SP-9500 (Dual-Cure)
All-purpose dual-cure in green. For UV, solvent, plastisol, and graphic work where mesh counts vary. Pro Angle 2 dual-edge handles all of it.
Murakami SP-1400 (Diazo)
Traditional diazo emulsion, 42% solids. For shops preferring the classic diazo workflow with high-deposit work.
Murakami Photocure BLU
Pre-sensitized PVA-SBQ photopolymer, 41% solids. The textile workhorse — pairs well with the Pro Angle 2 sharp edge for production work.
Murakami 901 Blockout Red
Fast-drying screen blockout for masking off pinholes and unwanted open areas. Pro Angle 2 dual edge handles both emulsion and blockout cleanly.
Browse the full screen printing emulsion category for all the options available. Troubleshooting coating, exposure, or washout issues? Our Emulsion Troubleshooting Guide covers the most common problems.
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Not sure whether the Pro Angle 1 or Pro Angle 2 is right for your workflow? Got a question about which size, the dual-edge workflow, or which emulsion to pair with it? Call us — we’ve been distributing AWT scoop coaters since 2008 and we’ll help you pick the right tool the first time.
Technical Specifications
Product Identification
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | AWT Pro Angle 2 Dual-Sided Scoop Coater |
| Manufacturer | A.W.T. World Trade (American Wood Type) — Made in America |
| Manufacturing Location | Chicago, Illinois, USA (AWT has manufactured screen printing equipment in the USA since 1957) |
| Distributor | River City Supply (San Antonio, TX) — distributing AWT scoop coaters since 2008 |
| Product Family | AWT Pro-Angle series — Pro Angle 1 (single edge) · Pro Angle 2 (this product, dual edge) |
| Available Sizes (RCS) | 16″ and 18″ (outside dimension) — the two production-shop standard sizes |
| SKU | A.W.T. Coater (size variants) |
| Categories | Emulsions & Stencil Supplies / Production Supplies |
Construction & Materials
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| Body Material | Top-quality extruded aluminum, balanced and calibrated |
| Finish | Hard-anodized gold aluminum (chemical oxide layer 5-10× harder than raw aluminum) |
| Coating Edges | Dual edge: one sharp edge (thinner deposit, for face coats and higher mesh counts) + one dull/round edge (thicker deposit, for high-density specialty ink work and base coats). Both edges are calibrated. |
| Emulsion Capacity | 2× the capacity of the Pro Angle 1 — larger trough engineered for fewer refills on production-shop screens |
| End Caps | Permanent aluminum end caps — recessed, drilled, tapped, and screwed into the body. Catches overflow and never falls off. Recessed 0.5″ per side. |
| Stability | Anti-tip design (downward-projecting legs allow flat resting position with emulsion loaded, no spillage — engineered for the larger Pro Angle 2 trough) |
| Edge Guard / Dust Cover | Combination edge guard + dust cover included — protects both coating edges during storage AND covers the open trough to keep dust out of emulsion left in the coater |
| Handle Design | Integrated extruded handle for two-handed coating with even pressure distribution — important for the heavier Pro Angle 2 to maintain coating consistency |
Size Selection Guide
AWT’s official sizing rule: the scoop coater outside dimension should be 3 inches larger than your image area (1″ coating margin per side + 0.5″ end cap recess per side). The Pro Angle 2 is available in two production-shop standard sizes:
| Pro Angle 2 Size | Coating Area | Image Area | Production Frame Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16″ ★ | 15″ | 13″ image area | Most common for 20×24 frames (production standard) |
| 18″ ★ | 17″ | 15″ image area | Most common for 23×31 frames (full-back prints, jumbo chest) |
Need a smaller size? The Pro Angle 2 isn’t made in 14″ or 15″ — AWT positions it specifically as a production-shop tool. For smaller frames (sleeve prints, pocket prints), use the Pro Angle 1 instead, which is available in 14″, 15″, 16″, and 18″.
Compatibility
| Use With | Notes |
|---|---|
| Direct Emulsions | All direct screen printing emulsions: photopolymer (PVA-SBQ), diazo, dual-cure. Works with Murakami, Chromaline, Saati, Ulano, Easiway, and any other brand. |
| Blockout | Same coater handles blockout application. The dual edges are particularly useful for blockout: sharp edge for precise edge work, dull edge for filling larger areas quickly. |
| Screen Frames | 16″ Pro Angle 2 fits standard 20×24 textile frames (~17-18″ inside width). 18″ Pro Angle 2 fits standard 23×31 textile frames (~20-21″ inside width). Static aluminum and wood frames both compatible. |
| High-Deposit Specialty Inks | The Pro Angle 2’s dull edge is specifically what high-deposit ink work needs: puff, athletic ink, glitter base, foil base, high-density discharge. The thicker stencil built by the dull edge creates the deeper ink well these inks require. |
Technical Sheets / Safety Data Sheets / Documents
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is the AWT Pro Angle 2 made in America?
Yes — the AWT Pro Angle 2 is Made in America. A.W.T. World Trade has manufactured screen printing equipment domestically in Chicago, Illinois since 1957. The aluminum is extruded in the USA, the coater is machined and assembled in the USA, and the hard-anodization is done in the USA. The Pro Angle 2’s dual-edge design is the result of decades of iterative refinement based on direct feedback from American production shops.
Why is this the best-made dual-edge scoop coater in the industry?
Six engineering details set the AWT Pro Angle 2 apart from cheaper imports: (1) two calibrated edges, not one edge sanded two ways — the sharp and dull edges are each independent precision-machined profiles; (2) permanent drilled-and-tapped aluminum end caps that never fall off; (3) hard-anodized gold finish 5-10× harder than raw aluminum; (4) anti-tip geometry engineered for the larger 2× capacity trough; (5) combination edge guard + dust cover that protects both edges AND covers the trough to prevent dust contamination of emulsion left in the coater; and (6) over 65 years of A.W.T. iterative refinement based on real production shop feedback. See the full breakdown in the Description tab above.
What’s the difference between the Pro Angle 1 and Pro Angle 2?
The Pro Angle 1 has a single sharp edge — one calibrated coating profile, simpler workflow. The Pro Angle 2 (this product) is dual-edge: one sharp side (thinner emulsion deposit) + one dull/round side (thicker emulsion deposit) in the same tool. The dull/round edge is the Pro Angle 2’s key feature — it builds a thicker stencil, which is what high-deposit specialty inks (puff, athletic ink, glitter base, foil base) need. Pro Angle 2 also holds 2× the emulsion of the Pro Angle 1 and ships with a combination edge guard + dust cover. See the full side-by-side comparison chart above. Both are Made in America by A.W.T. View the Pro Angle 1 →
What does the dull/round edge actually do?
The dull or rounded edge pushes emulsion onto the screen rather than cutting it, depositing a thicker emulsion film and building a thicker stencil. The cured stencil sits taller off the mesh, creating a deeper ink well that holds and releases more ink per print stroke. This deeper well is what makes high-deposit specialty inks print right — puff inks need it to expand properly, athletic ink and glitter base need it for the thick ink layer to define, and foil base needs the thick deposit for the foil to adhere correctly. Without a dull-edge coater (or a similar way to build stencil thickness), these specialty effects don’t print the way they’re supposed to.
When do I use the sharp edge vs the dull edge?
Sharp edge: face coats on top of a base coat (final smoothing pass on the squeegee side), higher mesh counts (200-350), fine line detail, halftones, small text, standard textile prints where stencil thickness doesn’t need to be excessive. Dull/round edge: puff inks, athletic ink, glitter base, foil base, suede base, lower mesh counts (40-110), base coats that will be face-coated later. Many shops use both in a base+face workflow: dull edge for the base coats (build thickness), then sharp edge for the final face coat on the squeegee side (smooth the surface).
What size Pro Angle 2 do I need?
Two production-shop standard sizes are available. Get the 16″ for standard 20×24 textile frames (chest prints, back prints, standard work). Get the 18″ for 23×31 textile frames (full-back prints, jumbo chest prints, larger graphic work). Most production shops running both frame sizes own both Pro Angle 2 sizes. If you need a smaller scoop coater (14″ or 15″) for smaller frames or sleeve prints, look at the Pro Angle 1 instead — AWT doesn’t make the Pro Angle 2 in those smaller sizes.
Will the Pro Angle 2 fit my screen frame?
For standard textile frames, yes — the math works out. 20×24 frames typically have ~17-18″ inside width, which comfortably accommodates the 16″ Pro Angle 2. 23×31 frames have ~20-21″ inside width, which comfortably accommodates the 18″ Pro Angle 2. Measure inside-frame width before ordering if you have non-standard or custom frames.
What does “2× emulsion capacity” actually mean in practice?
The Pro Angle 2’s trough holds approximately twice as much emulsion as the Pro Angle 1’s. In practice, this means you can coat a larger screen in fewer passes without stopping to refill mid-stroke (which causes inconsistent coating thickness top-to-bottom). It also means you can do multi-pass coating sessions on multiple screens before needing to top off the trough. For high-volume production shops coating 20+ screens per session, fewer refill stops adds up to real time savings.
What’s the combination edge guard / dust cover?
The Pro Angle 2’s included accessory is a dual-purpose cover. Function 1: it snaps over both coating edges to protect them from nicks during storage and transport (same as the Pro Angle 1’s edge protector). Function 2: it covers the open trough to keep dust out of sensitized emulsion left in the coater between coats. The Pro Angle 1 only has the edge-protection function; the Pro Angle 2’s combination accessory adds the dust-cover function. This solves a real production problem — dust contamination of sensitized emulsion is a leading cause of pinhole defects in stencils.
Can I use the same Pro Angle 2 for emulsion and blockout?
Yes — the Pro Angle 2 is designed for both. The dual edges actually make it MORE useful for blockout than the Pro Angle 1: use the sharp edge for precise edge work (clean borders around the image area) and the dull edge for filling larger blockout areas quickly. Best practice: if your shop runs both regularly, consider owning two Pro Angle 2 coaters (one dedicated to emulsion, one dedicated to blockout) since switching between the two requires thorough cleaning to avoid cross-contamination.
How do I clean the Pro Angle 2?
Per AWT’s care instructions: wipe BOTH coating edges (sharp and dull) with a warm damp cloth after each session. Soak the coater in water to soften dried emulsion before wiping. Never use abrasive pads, scrapers, or sharp tools on either coating edge — the calibrated edges are precision-machined and a single nick or scratch on either edge ruins coating consistency on that profile. Always snap the combination edge guard / dust cover back on when storing or when emulsion is left in the trough.
How long should the Pro Angle 2 last?
Properly maintained, an AWT Pro Angle 2 easily lasts 10+ years of daily production use. The aluminum body and hard-anodized finish are practically indestructible under normal conditions; the permanent end caps don’t crack or fall off; both calibrated edges stay sharp through years of use if you protect them with the included combination cover during storage. The most common reason for early replacement is mechanical damage to one of the coating edges from being dropped or scraped — that’s why the edge protector matters.
Can I leave emulsion in the Pro Angle 2 trough between coatings?
Yes for short periods, and the included dust cover specifically supports this use case. Snap the combination edge guard / dust cover over the trough to keep dust and debris out of the emulsion. For longer storage (overnight or longer), pour the emulsion back into its container, wipe the coater clean, and snap on the cover. Even with the dust cover, the larger 2× capacity trough holds more emulsion that can dry on the surface if left too long.
Does the Pro Angle 2 work with non-Murakami emulsion brands?
Yes — the AWT Pro Angle 2 works with any direct screen printing emulsion regardless of brand. Both calibrated edges are brand-agnostic; the same sharp and dull edges that handle Murakami emulsion handle Chromaline, Saati, Ulano, Easiway, Hydro-X, CCI, and any other manufacturer’s direct emulsion. The Pro Angle 2 also works for blockout regardless of brand.
Why is the AWT more expensive than cheap import dual-edge scoop coaters?
Three reasons: (1) two truly calibrated edges — AWT machines both the sharp and dull edge as independent precision profiles, while cheap imports often start with a single extrusion and sand one side flat (resulting in inconsistent dual-edge performance); (2) hard-anodized finish that’s a hardness treatment, not paint — the trough stays clean and both edges stay sharp for years; (3) permanent drilled-and-tapped end caps + combination dust cover — AWT’s end caps never fall off, and the dust cover solves a real production-shop problem that cheap coaters don’t address. The premium pays for itself in years of reliable service vs annual replacement of cheap coaters.
Is shipping really same-day?
Yes — the AWT Pro Angle 2 Dual-Sided Scoop Coater ships from our San Antonio, TX warehouse when in stock. Orders placed before 3:30 PM Central Time on a business day typically ship the same day. Most US destinations receive shipment in 2-5 business days via standard ground. FREE shipping on orders over $200.
Need Help Choosing Between the Pro Angle 1 and Pro Angle 2?
Tell us about your typical work — mesh counts, ink types, screen sizes — and we’ll tell you which AWT scoop coater is the right fit. RCS has distributed AWT scoop coaters since 2008.
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