Vector XII Large Character Printing System

The Vector XII large character industrial ink jet printer offers the modularity and versatility that manufactures and contract packagers need. With the ability to print up to 12 lines from 6 print heads, the Vector XII large character ink jet printer has the tools you need to get the job done. 1″ and 1 3/4″ print head sizes are available offering six print sizes ranging from 1/2″ to 1 3/4″. The Vector XII system can also be programmed and maintained with a PC through a standard RS-232 port.

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Benefits

• Print up to 12 lines from one controller on a variety of products
• Modular design allows flexibility to add print heads as printing needs change
• Ideal for contract packagers or manufacturers with multiple printing requirements
• Two models: water-based for porous surfaces or solvent-based for non-porous surfaces
• Ability to run up to 6 print heads from the same controller
• Component modularity minimizes downtime; print heads and components can be replaced in less than 5 minutes
• Easy message programming and storage of up to 128 messages for quick retrieval

Printing Samples

Optional Accessories

• Spare Parts Kit – Includes spare printhead, board assembly,
  data cable, ink line kit and master cap
• Starter Kit – Includes ink, cleaner for flushing the system, spray bottle
  for cleaner, hand cleaner, printhead wipes and 70mm cap wrench
• PC Software – Communications software for PC integration
• Shaft Encoder – Allows operation with variable-speed conveying
  systems
• Bar Code Laser Scanner – Allows scan and print message retrieval
• Low Ink Light Beacon – Beacon notifies users of low-ink situations
• Turbo-Dri Drying System – Facilitates quick drying on non-porous
  surfaces
• Floor Stand – Includes mounting bracket and legs with leveling feet

Replacement Inks and Fluids

Replacement Inks and Fluids

System

• Print Type – Large character dot matrix ink jet printing system
• Printhead Options – Users have the option to use up to Six V-1600 Series Printheads, or Six V-1600HD Series Printheads Character Sizes – V-1600 Series Printheads (16-channel dot matrix characters) 1.75” (4.45cm) at 100% 16 dot height, 0.70″ (1.77cm) at 40% 7 dot height, or 0.46” (1.16cm) at 26% 5 dot height with split-line capability to print two lines of text 1.0” (2.54cm) at 100% 16 dot height, 0.40″ (1.01cm) at 40% 7 dot height, or 0.27” (0.68cm) at 26% 5 dot height with split-line capability to print two lines of text V-1600HD Series Printheads (32-channel hi-definition characters) 1.75″ (4.45cm) at 100% 16 dot height, 0.70″ (1.77cm) at 40% 7 dot height, or 0.46″ (1.16cm) at 26% 5 dot height with split-line capability to print two lines of text
• Character Set – 61 character ASCII set
• Print Speed – 120 feet/minute (6.1m/minute) to 300 feet/minute (91.44m/minute) line speed depending on message length
• Message Length – 128-character length per message per board pack; 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, character boldness, photocell on/off/repeat/encoder input, invert print, reverse print, purge routine
• Encoder Output – Resident software allows communication with shaft encoder
• Component Modularity – Eliminates the need for costly service calls and minimizes downtime; printheads and components can be replaced in less than 5 minutes
• Printhead Dimensions – 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
• Product Sensor – Diffuse beam photocell (20v) or hardware sinking signal, other photocell options available upon request
• Electrical Requirements – 90 – 240 VAC, 50/60Hz, 8 amp
• Cabinet Construction – Industrial-gauge-coated steel
• Operating Environment – 30°F (0°C) to 122°F (50°C)
• Substrate Capabilities – Porous or non-porous substrate printing capability, specify at time of order
• Ink Volume – 5-gallon (18.93 liter) pail or 17-gallon (64.35 liter) returnable container