Selecting the right pigment inkjet system requires evaluating the product surface, contrast requirement, production speed, amount of information and maintenance environment.
A pigment printer should be selected according to the actual production application.
1. Evaluate Product Color
If the product surface is dark, high-contrast pigment ink may provide better visibility than conventional coding ink.
2. Determine Production Speed
The printing platform can support speeds up to approximately 260 m/min depending on configuration.
The actual line speed should therefore be measured before selecting the printing setup.
3. Determine Number of Print Lines
The catalog describes configurations supporting approximately one to four lines of printing.
Choose according to the amount of required information.
4. Define Printing Content
Determine whether you require:
Text
Graphics
Dates
Numbers
Barcodes
Automatic counters
Variable information
5. Consider Continuous Operation
For factories operating around the clock, evaluate ink circulation, automatic mixing and maintenance functions.
6. Consider the Application
Pigment inkjet technology is particularly relevant to applications such as:
7. Evaluate Maintenance
Important features include:
Conclusion
Choosing a pigment inkjet printer requires balancing contrast, speed, content, production environment and maintenance requirements.
The final configuration should be validated using the actual product material and production-line conditions.
