Pilot 500 Turbo Hi-Resolution Printer

Streamline Packaging’s Pilot 500 Turbo printing system is designed to print superior quality hi-resolution with up to 2.8” of print height per printhead and the ability to run up to 2 printheads from one controller. The Pilot 500 Turbo offers a versatile, yet cost effective solution for your coding and marking applications.

The system is capable of running oil-based or solvent-based inks to print up to 5.6” (2.8” from a single head) of hi-resolution characters, razor-sharp text, scannable bar codes, and great looking logos at 180 dpi. For non-porous applications, users have the option of utilizing Streamline Packaging’s solvent-based ink to print on a variety of non-porous products like coated cartons, polystyrene, and more. Streamline Packaging’s SPZ-1000 ink for porous substrates offers ultra-low maintenance, eliminating the need for auto-priming functions and offering better ink utilization than
competitive systems.

We have inks and fluids for all of our printing equipment!

Printing Samples

Benefits

• Run up to two 2.8″ print heads from a single controller
• Print up to 5.6″ of hi-resolution characters, razor-sharp text, scannable bar codes, and great looking logos at 180 dpi per print head
• Pilot’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

• 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 Software
• Logos – Most image files supported with Orion software
• Printing Features – Reverse, invert, rotate, repeat; print on/off button
• Message Length – Up to 120” (3.05 m)
• Number of Messages – 4GB storage space will store approximately 1000+ messages
• Ink Usage – Show in Orion 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

System

• Print Technology – SPiezo impulse printhead technology
• Maximum Print Height – 2.8” (7.1 cm) per printhead, 5.6” (14.2 cm) 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 – Pilot 500 (oil-based) 205 ft/min; Pilot 500HS (oil-based) 300 ft/min; Pilot 500 (solvent-based) 150 ft/min
• 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 – Status alert on touchscreen, LED light beacon optional
• Substrate Capabilities – Porous or non-porous surfaces
• Electrical Requirements – 100 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 216VA maximum
• Operating Environment – 34°F – 104°F (1° – 40°C) oil-based; 62°F – 100°F (17° – 37°C) solvent-based
• Agency Certifications – CE, TUV, FCC

System

• 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 heights
• Starter Kit – Includes ink, cleaner and flush solution, printhead wipes, hand cleaner and latex gloves

Replacement Inks and Fluids

Replacement Inks and Fluids