DOD Inkjet Printer

SQ/2 Drop on Demand Large Character Printing System

User Flexibility

SQ/2 users also have the option of choosing from several printhead configurations. Three different print sizes are available: 3/4”, 1/2”, or 3/8” character height. All printheads are capable of printing both a 7 x 5 and 5 x 5 character matrix, offering print sizes ranging from 1/4”″to 3/4” in height. Users also have the flexibility to run one or two printheads at any time. All of these components are field-i nstallable for future upgrade to meet your application’s changing requirements.

BENEFITS OF THE SQ/2

• Run one or two print heads from the same controller
• Easy-to-use software walks you through a series of prompts to program and save messages for printing
• Simple to operate, virtually maintenance-free, and field upgradeable with modular components and options
• Two models: water-based for porous surfaces or solvent-based for non-porous surfaces
• Industrial strength hand-held input device for easy message input
• Ability to run two print heads, allows printing on one or two sides of the product 

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 (6.1m/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 characters 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, a purge routine
• 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 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
• Substrate Capabilities  – Porous or Non-Porous surfaces
• Air Requirements  – No external air needed
• Ink Capabilities  – Porous: Squid Ink SQ-60™ no-clog ink
• Ink Volume  – .5 (1.89 liters) gallon bottle standard; available upgrade (water-based ink only) to 5.0gallon pail (18.93 liters)

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

• Spare Parts Kit  – Includes spare printhead, card cage and PC board pack, an 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-based ink only)
• PC Software  – Communications software for PC integration
• Repeat Print Firmware  – Allows continuous printing of messages
• Extended Character Firmware  – Allows for print speeds slower than 20 feet/minute
• Rollaway Stand  – Provides mount for the SQ/2 controller, designed with caster wheels for transportation within the plant.