Looking for a Handheld Industrial Printer? | InkJet, Inc

 

 

 

Product and part marking is essential to any industrial manufacturing or packaging application. Every part or product has vital information that must be displayed to comply with regulations, ensure traceability through the supply chain, and provide valuable information to end users and/or consumers. This is why a quality industrial printer is a vital tool for any industrial facility, but the right kind of printer depends on the use case. Handheld industrial printers usually refer to thermal inkjet (TIJ) printers, which are far smaller than CIJ counterparts while providing the same quality in most printing applications. 

Handheld Industrial Printer Options

Inkjet, Inc. offers two handheld TIJ printing systems with the following specs:

 

The differences between these two systems demonstrate what will dictate the purchasing process in most cases: The substrate you’ll be printing on. The SmartOne is designed primarily for porous substrates like paper, cardboard, and wood. It can also print four one-inch lines, making it better for larger clear prints on traditional packaging like boxes, feed/flour bags, and crates. The Pro-S provides less print height but can handle printing on non-porous substrates that can be harder to apply lasting prints to, making it more compatible with direct part marking applications. 

Benefits of TIJ Printers

There are several benefits to using these handheld industrial printers, including:
 

• Flexibility
• Light weight
• Consistency
• Reliability
• Message variety

Let’s dive into each to better understand what a TIJ printer can add to your operation.

Flexibility

While automated printing works well for uniform packaging, industrial operations that print on multiple parts or products with the same printer will benefit from the flexible application that freehand printing enables. It also works well for small parts with troublesome shapes or tight access points requiring more finesse.

Light Weight

The weight of TIJ printers is their primary benefit over continuous inkjet(CIJ) counterparts. These handheld models are even lighter, with both of them weighing under 5 lbs with the proper cartridge and bracket applied. Since these are manual printing tools, this can significantly improve ease of use and printing speed.

Consistency

Pre-programmed prints will look the same every time so long as the user understands how to apply them. The only variance will be man-made, which can be a benefit in some cases(as mentioned in the flexibility section).

Reliability

TIJ printers are exceptionally reliable when designed properly, and both of these handheld industrial printers offer maintenance-free nozzle designs that ensure minimal downtime. This keeps business owners from having to worry about printing-related delays in their manufacturing process.

Message Variety

Both of these TIJ units can store up to 999 messages, making it easy to store a wide variety of prints to meet the needs of more complex and varied industrial applications.

Bottom Line

Handheld industrial printers provide flexibility, consistency, and easy use for many industrial printing applications. Their light weight and exceptional reliability make them terrific manual printing tools for even the most difficult use cases. 

If you’re interested in integrating a TIJ printer into your production line, contact InkJet, Inc. today to get started. 

To review more continuous inkjet printer advantages and disadvantages for your operation, contact InkJet, Inc. online today or call 1(800) 280-3245.