Pilot 256 Hi-Resolution Printer

The Pilot 256 ink jet printer is designed to print superior quality hi-resolution characters on either porous or non-porous surfaces. With up to 2.8” of total print height and the ability to print on both sides of the substrate in a single pass, the Pilot 256 is designed to work as an integral part of your day-to-day packaging operation.

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The system is capable of running oil-based or solvent-based inks to print up to 2.8” (1.4” from a single head) of hi-resolution characters, razor-sharp text, scannable bar codes, and great looking logos at 185 dpi. For non-porous applications, users have the option of using Streamline Packaging’s solvent-based inks for printing on a variety of products like coated cartons, plastics, glass, shrink wrap, metals and more. Streamline Packaging’s SPZ-1000 ink for porous substrates offers low-maintenance performance, eliminating the need for auto-priming functions and offering better ink utilization than competitive systems.

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Benefits

• Pilot 256 uses proven Xaar piezo technology resulting in razor-sharp print
• Available in either oil-based for porous applications or solvent-based for non-porous applications
• Print up to 1.4″ of hi-resolution characters, razor-sharp text, scannable bar codes, and great looking logos at 185 dpi from a single print head
• Pilot 256’s 4.3″ full color touchscreen provides access to the system’s internal messages and print functions
• Compatible with Streamline Packaging’s easy-to-use Orion™ message creation PC software

Software

• Encoder – For operation with variable speed conveyors
• Bar Code Laser Scanner – Allows scan and print message retrieval
• External Light Beacon – Indicates low ink levels
• Wireless USB Device and Router – For wireless connectivity
• Windows Tablet – Pre-loaded with Orion software; includes mounting bracket with swivel arm, USB to ethernet cable and stylus
• Conveyor Mounting Bracket – Provides stable mount to conveyor or other material handling equipment
• Floorstand – Includes mounting brackets and legs with leveling feet; 59” (1.5m) total height
• Pigmented Ink Agitation System – Allows for printing of pigmented inks
• Starter Kit – Includes ink, cleaner and flush solution, printhead wipes, hand cleaner and latex gloves

Replacement Inks and Fluids

System

• Print Technology – Piezo impulse printhead technology
• Maximum Print Height – 1.4” per printhead, 2.8” total
• Vertical Print Resolution – 185 dpi capable of printing razor-sharp graphics, small character text, and scannable bar codes
• Horizontal Print Resolution – 205 dpi
• Print Speed – Up to 135 feet/min. (41 m/min.) @ 205 dpi
• Time & Date – Internal real time clock with battery back-up
• Product Sensor – External diffuse beam photocell standard
• Communication Interface – One USB host and one Ethernet input
• Touchscreen – 4.3” (10.9 cm) full color touchscreen display
• Ink Cartridge Volume – 500ml cartridge or bag
• Low Ink Indicator – Message alert on touchscreen, LED light beacon optional
• Substrate Capabilities – Porous or Non-Porous surfaces
• Electrical Requirements – 100 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
• Operating Environment – 34°F – 104°F (1° – 40°C)
• Agency Certifications – CE, TUV, FCC

Optional Accessories

• Time & Date – Full time and date functionality including expiration date and Julian Dates.
• Item Numbering – Sixteen counters, one of which can be a daily counter and production counter
• Shift Codes – Four programmable shift codes with automatic rollover
• Bar Codes – All standard bar codes including 2D
• Fonts – Arial, Arial Bold, Arial International, Arial Monospaced, Courier, Tahoma Bold and Lucida resident fonts for use in variable data elements. Static elements in any Windows® font
• Logos – Most image files supported with Orion Graphical Interface Software
• Printing Features – Reverse, invert, rotate, repeat. Print on/off button
• Message Length – Up to 180”
• Number of Messages – 4GB storage space will store approximately 1000+ messages
• Ink Usage – Shown in Orion™ PC Software
• User Data Prompts – Prompts for user input at start of print job by manual input on touchscreen
• Bluetooth Connectivity – For connectivity with Bluetooth keyboards
• Wireless Connectivity – For wireless connection between PC or tablet and printer controller
• Database Capability – Ethernet communication protocol for external communication
• Languages – English, Spanish, German, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian

Replacement Inks and Fluids