Detailed PrintStar Plus Specifications

 


PrintStar Plus Printing System Components

  • Controller cabinet and ink delivery system
  • One or two printhead(s) and printhead mounting bracket(s)
  • Printhead data cable(s) and ink line(s)
  • Photocell product sensor and photocell mounting bracket
  • Industrial-strength handheld input device

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    PrintStar Plus Printing System Specifications

       
    Printer Type-      Large character ink jet printing system
    Printhead Options-  Users have the option to use up to:
    two PrintStar Plus printheads, or one 1600 Series printhead
    Character Heights- 

    PrintStar Plus Printheads (7-channel dot matrix characters)
     .75" (1.9cm) in 7 x 5 matrix; .5" (1.3cm) in 5 x 5 matrix, or .5" (1.3cm) in 7 x 5 matrix; .375" (1.0cm) in 5 x 5 matrix, or .375" (1.0cm) in 7 x 5 matrix; .25" (.6cm) in 5 x 5 matrix

    1600 Series Printheads (16-channel dot matrix characters) 1.75" (4.5cm) in 16 x 10 matrix, with split-line capability to print two lines of the following size characters: .75" (1.9cm) at 7 x 5 matrix; .5" (1.3cm) in 5 x 5 matrix, or 1.0" (2.5cm) in 16 x 10 matrix, with split-line capability to print two lines of the following size characters: .375" (1.0cm) at 7 x 5 matrix; .25" (.6cm) in 5 x 5 matrix

    Character Set-      61 character ASCII set
    Print Speed- Up to 200 feet/minute (61m/minute) line speed
    Message Length-  128 character length per message; 128 memory locations
    Communication- RS-232C, 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 start, 1 stop, Asynch
    Software Features- Counter, lot counter, 24-hour clock, 8 or 12 hour programmable shift code, Julian date, 3-letter month name, 3-letter weekday name, expiration date, expiration month, expiration day, expiration year, expiration Julian date
                  
    Operating Features-   Dot size, print delay, character width, photocell on/off/repeat, invert print, reverse print, purge routine
    Shaft Encoder Output-   Resident software allows communication with shaft encoder for use with variable speed conveyors
    Component Modularity-    Eliminates the need for costly service calls and minimizes downtime; printheads and components can be replaced in less than 5 minutes
    Controller Dimensions-   12” (31cm) H x 12” (31cm) W x 5.25” (13cm) D
    Controller Weight-  10.5 lbs. (4.8kg)
    Printhead Dimensions-

    PrintStar Plus Printheads:
    3” (7.6cm) H x 1.6” (4.1cm) W x 7” (17.8cm) L
    1600 Series Printheads:
    2.5” (6.4cm) H x 1.5” (3.8cm) W x 7” (17.8cm) L
    Dimensions are for the printhead only – an additional 3” (7.6cm) is needed for the ink line and printhead cabling which extends from the back of the printhead

    Product Sensor- Diffuse beam photocell (24v) or hardware sinking signal
    Communication Interface- Two RS-232 ports for connection to input device, host PC, and  PLC for input from scale, scanner or external alarm
    Air Pump- Internal air pump module provides necessary air pressure; external air not recommended
    Electrical Requirements- 90-120 VAC, 50/60Hz, 4.0 amp
    Cabinet Construction- Industrial gauge coated steel
    Operating Environment- Water-Based Ink: 32ºF (0ºC) to 120ºF (50ºC)
    Solvent-Based Ink: 0ºF (-18ºC) to 120ºF (50ºC)
    Substrate Capabilities Porous or Non-Porous surfaces
    Ink Capabilities- Porous: Leader SQ-60™ no-clog ink
    Non-Porous: Several Leader solvent based fluids to meet your application needs for adhesion and dry time
                               
    Ink Volume- .5 gallon (1.9 liters) bottle standard; available upgrade (water-based ink only) to 5.0 gallon (18.9 liters) pail



    PrintStar Plus Optional Accessories
       
    Spare Parts Kit- Includes spare printhead, card cage and PC board pack, air pump module, data cable and master cap
    Starter Kit-   Includes ink, cleaner for flushing the system, spray bottle for cleaner, hand cleaner and wipes for the printhead
    5-Gallon Pail Upgrade- Upgrades ink supply to 5.0 gallons (water-base ink only)
    PC Software- Communications software for PC integration
    Shaft Encoder Output- Allows for operation with variable speed conveyors
    Rollaway Stand- Provides mount for the PrintStar Plus controller, designed with caster wheels for transportation within plant
    Installation and Training- On-site installation and training available from your local distributor. 
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