Economic Large Character Inkjet Printer - 7 nozzles, 10-20mm print height, designed for medium-small characters, production dates and simple logos

T16 Series All-Aluminum DOD Large Character Inkjet Printer: Durable Coding for Demanding Industrial Environments

In today's fast-paced manufacturing world, clear, permanent, and reliable product identification is crucial for traceability, compliance, and branding. The T16 Series All-Aluminum DOD Large Character Inkjet Printer is engineered to meet this need, delivering superior performance in the most challenging industrial settings. Combining rugged durability with advanced inkjet technology, it offers an efficient and versatile coding solution for a wide range of applications.

• Rugged All-Aluminum Enclosure:

  Unlike flimsy plastic alternatives, the T16 series features a full aluminum alloy shell. This provides exceptional resistance to impact, corrosion, and wear, ensuring reliable operation in environments with dust, moisture, and vibration. This robust construction significantly extends the printer's lifespan, reducing long-term ownership costs.

• Reliable DOD (Drop-on-Demand) Inkjet Technology:

  Utilizing advanced piezoelectric DOD technology, the T16 releases ink droplets only when needed. This results in high-precision printing with minimal waste, ensuring sharp, legible codes and reducing overall ink consumption and environmental impact.

• Superior Performance and Flexibility:

  • High-Speed Printing: With a maximum printing speed of up to 60 meters per minute, the T16 easily keeps pace with high-speed production lines without creating bottlenecks.

  • Versatile Ink Options: Choose from ketone-based or water-based ink cartridges to match your substrate material (e.g., metal, plastic, cardboard, wood) and drying time requirements, ensuring optimal adhesion and fast-drying results.

  • Rich Fonts and Graphics: Supports multiple TTF fonts (Arial, Song, etc.) and dot matrix fonts. It can print high-contrast logos, QR codes, barcodes, and even 24-bit color bitmap images, meeting diverse identification needs.

• User-Friendly Intelligent Operation:

  • 7-inch Capacitive Touchscreen: An intuitive graphical user interface, powered by a stable Linux operating system, makes operation simple and minimizes training time.

  • Powerful Editing Features: Built-in variables include multi-digit counters, real-time clock (with seconds), and best-before dates. Import message files directly via USB drive in TXT or XLSX format for efficient information management.

  • Ample Storage: With 3GB of available storage space, the T16 can hold a vast library of print messages and logs.

• Easy Integration:

  Equipped with an RS232 communication interface and a free-port protocol, it seamlessly integrates with PLCs, computers, and other production line equipment for automated control.

The T16 series offers two printhead configurations to suit different print height requirements:

• T16-107 (7 Nozzle): Offers a print height range of 10mm - 20mm. It is the ideal choice for printing batch numbers, expiration dates, small-to-medium characters, and simple 1D barcodes. It is widely used in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and light industries.

• T16-207 (16 Nozzle): Provides a larger print height range of 25mm - 50mm. It is suited for large characters, multi-line messages, complex logos, and large QR/barcodes. It is commonly found in building materials, chemical, logistics, and large packaging industries.

Both models allow for precise print height and angle adjustment via a rotating printhead, ensuring application versatility.

Q1: What is the difference between ketone-based and water-based ink? How do I choose?
A1: Ketone-based ink dries very quickly and offers strong adhesion on non-porous surfaces like metal and plastic. Water-based ink is more environmentally friendly, has a low odor, and is ideal for porous substrates like cardboard and paper. It is also easier to clean.

Q2: Can this coder integrate with our existing production line system?
A2: Yes. The T16 series comes standard with an RS232 communication interface and supports a free-port protocol, allowing for easy integration with PLCs, sensors, or a central management system for automated operation.

Q3: How is the print height adjusted?
A3: The print height can be set via the software. Additionally, the printhead can be physically rotated, allowing for easy on-the-fly fine-tuning of the print height and angle to suit different product surfaces.

Q4: Is this machine suitable for outdoor use?
A4: The all-aluminum enclosure provides excellent physical and corrosion protection. For specific IP rating details, please consult the detailed specification sheet. For extreme outdoor environments, we recommend consulting our technical team for optimal configuration.

The T16 Series DOD Large Character Inkjet Printer is the robust, high-performance coding solution for modern industry. Its durable all-metal construction, reliable DOD technology, and flexible operation make it perfect for applying clear, lasting codes—from simple dates to complex traceability graphics. It is an investment in efficiency, reliability, and product quality for businesses worldwide.