Detailed PrintStar Specifications




PrintStar 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 hand-held input device

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    PrintStar
    Printing System Specifications
    Printer Type-  Large character ink jet printer
    Character Height-  .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” (1cm) in 5 x 5 matrix, or .375 (1cm) in 7 x 5 matrix; .25 (.6cm) in 5 x 5 matrix  
    Character Set- 61 character ASCII set
    Print Speed- 20 feet/minute (6.1 m/minute) to 200 feet/minute (61m/minute) line speed; optional extended character width firmware allows for print speeds slower than 20 feet/minute
    Message Length-   60 character per message; 64 memory locations
    Communication-  RS-232C, 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 start, 1 stop, Asynch
    Software Features- 24-hour clock, Julian date, counter, lot counter
    Operating Features- Dot size, print delay, character width, photocell on/off, invert print, reverse print, purge routine
    PrintStar Exchange Program- Eliminates the need for costly service calls and minimizes downtime; troubled 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- 3” (7.6cm) H x 1.6” (4.1cm) 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
    Electrical Requirements- 110/120 VAC, 50/60Hz, 1.6 amp
    Cabinet Construction- Industrial gauge coated steel
    Operating Environment- 38ºF (3ºC) to 122ºF (50ºC)
    Substrate Capabilities- Porous and non-porous surfaces
    Air Requirements- No external air needed
    Ink Capabilities- Porous: Leader SQ-60™ no-clog ink

    Non-Porous: Several Leader solvent based fluids to meet adhesion and dry time needs
    Ink Volume- .5 (1.89 liters) gallon bottle standard; available upgrade (water-base ink only) to 5.0 gallon pail (18.93 liters)


    PrintStar
    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 lint-free 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
    Repeat Print Firmware-  Allows continuous printing of messages
    PrintStar Enhanced- Upgrades message memory to 128 messages of 128 characters each, 8
    PC Software- Communications software for PC integration
    Repeat Print Firmware-  Allows continuous printing of messages
    Extended Character Width Firmware- Allows for print speeds slower than 20 feet/minute
    Rollaway Stand- Provides mount for the PrintStar 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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