Leader’s PrintStar Large Character Ink Jet Printer
Features and Benefits
High Quality Print on Any Type of product
Leader’s Printstar ink jet printing system allows manufactures to print high quality dot-matrix characters on a variety of products at a cost-effective price. In fact, the PRINTSTAR offers the lowest price per printed character in the industry today. Users choose between two models: a water-based system for printing on non-porous products (plastics, stretch wraps, metal, glass, etc.)
User Flexibility
PrintStar users also have the option of choosing from several different printing configurations .Three different print sizes are available: 3/4’’, 1/2’’or 3/8’’character height .All pinheads are capable of printing both 1/4’’to 3/4’’.Users also have the flexibility to run one of two pinheads at any time .All of these components are field installable for future upgrade to meet your application’s changing requirement.
User-Friendly System
The PrintStar is designed of simple day to day operation.PRINTSTAR’s state of the art input device provide quick and easy message programming and storage for up to 64 messages .The input device software walks users through a series of prompts to program and save each message for printing on-demand.
Innovative Technology and Proven Reliablility
Patented micro-channeling technology eliminate the need for a costly array of fluid valves.
Leader uses its own plunger technology and distributes ink through a series of channels, keeping production and maintenance costs to a minimum, especially when compared to the costly value technology common in most ink jet prints today.
No more service calls
Printstar was engineered inside and out for industrial strength operation .Heavy duty gauge coated steel cabinetry ensures continuous operation in harsh, real world environments. If the printer does fail ,a fix can be completed in less than five minutes .Quick and easy-to-install replacement pinheads and PC cards minimize downtime and eliminate costly service calls. Best of all, the water-based Printstar utilizes Leader’s patented SQ-60TM no-clog ink, allowing users to leave the ink in their pinheads for an extended period of time without flushing or cleaning, making it the most cost-effective, low maintenance ink jet printing system available today.
PrintStar Printing System Specifications
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Printer Type
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Large Character ink jet printer
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Character Height
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·.75”(1.9cm) 7 x 5 matrix, or
.5”(1.3cm) 5 x 5 matrix;
·.5”(1.3cm) 7 x 5 matrix, or
.375”(1cm) 5 x 5 matrix;
·.375”(1cm) 7 x 5 matrix, or
.25”(.6cm) 5 x 5 matrix;
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Character Set
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66 character ASCll set
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Print Speed
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Up to 200 feet/minute(61m.minute)line speed
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Message Length
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60 character length per message, 64 memory locations; optional 128 character length per message, 128 message locations
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Communication
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RS-232C, 9600baud, 8data bits, 1 star, 1shop
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Software Features
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24-hour clock, Julian date, counter, lot counter
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Operating Features
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Dot Size, print delay, character width, photocell on/off, invert print, reverse print, purge routine
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Component modularity
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Eliminates the need for costly service calls and minimizes downtime; printheads and components can be replaced in less than 5 minutes.
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Controller Dimensions
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12”(31cm)H x 12”(31cm) W x 5.25”913cm) D
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Controller Weight
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10.5Ibs.(4.8kg)
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Printhead Dimensions
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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 printhead cabling which extends from the back of the printhead.
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Product Sensor
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Diffuse beam photocell, 20v or hardware sinking signal
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Air Pump
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Internal air pump module provides necessary air pressure; external air not recommended
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Electrical Requirements
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90-120VAC, 50/60Hz, 4.0 amp; 220VAC units are available
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Cabinet Construction
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Industrial gauge coated steel
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Operating Environment
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Water-base Ink; 30°F(0°C) to 120°F(50°C)
Solvent-base Ink; 0°F(-18°C) to 120°F(50°C)
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Substrate Capabilities
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Porous or Non-Porous surface
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Ink Capabilities
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Porous:Leader SI-SQ-60 no-clog ink
Non Porous:Several Leader solvent based fluids to meet your application, needs for adhesion and dry time.
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Ink Volume
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5 gallon(1.9 liters) bottle standard; available upgrade ( water-base ink only) to 5.0 gallon(18.9 liters) pail.
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Printstar Optional Accessories
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Spare Parts Kit
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Includes spare printhead, board pack assembly, air pump module, ink line, data cable and master cap.
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Starter Kit
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Includes ink, cleaner for flushing the system, spray bottle for cleaner, hand cleaner, 70mm cap wrench and cloth wipes for the printhead.
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5-Gallon Pail Upgrade
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Upgrades ink supply to 5.0 gallons (water-base ink only)
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Enhanced Software
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Upgrades message memory for up to 128 messages of 128 character each, 8 or 12 hour shift code,3-letter month name, 3-letter weekday name, expiration date, expiration month, expiration day, expiration year, expiration Julian date and repeat print software.
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Repeat Print Software
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Upgrades software to include repeat print message only
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PC Software
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Communications software for PC integration
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Rollaway Stand
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Provides mount for the Printstar controller, designed with caster wheels for transportation within plant.
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Installation and Training
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On-site installation and training available anywhere in the U.S.
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