Squid Ink Copilot Printer
BENEFITS OF THE COPILOT
- CoPilot uses proven Xaar piezo technology resulting in razor-sharp print
- Available in either oil-based for porous applications or solvent-based for non-porous applications
- Print up to .7″ of hi-resolution characters, razor-sharp text, scannable bar codes, and great looking logos at 185 dpi
- CoPilot’s 4.3″ full color touchscreen provides access to the system’s internal messages and print functions
- Compatible with Squid Ink’s easy-to-use Orion™ message creation PC software
System Specifications
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
- Print Technology -Piezo impulse printhead technology
- Maximum Print Height -.7” (1.8 cm) per printhead
- Vertical Print Resolution – 185 dpi capable of printing razor sharp graphics, small character text and scannable bar codes
- Horizontal Print Resolution – 205 dpi
- Print Speed – Up to 135 feet/min. (41 m/min.) @ 205 dpi standard, optional high speed printhead up to 200 feet/min (60 m/min)
- Time & Date – Internal real time clock with battery back-up
- Product Sensor – External diffuse beam photocell standard
- Communication Interface – One USB host and one Ethernet input
- Touchscreen – 4.3” (10.9 cm) full color touchscreen display
- Ink Cartridge Volume – 200ml
- Low Ink Indicator – Message alert on touchscreen; LED light beacon optional
- Substrate Capabilities – Porous or Non-Porous surfaces
- Electrical Requirements – 100 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
- Operating Environment – 34°F – 104°F (1° – 40°C)
- Agency Certifications – CE, TUV
Software
SOFTWARE SPECIFICATIONS
- Time & Date – Full time and date functionality including expiration date and Julian Dates
- Item Numbering – Sixteen counters, one of which can be a daily counter and production counter
- Shift Codes – Four programmable shift codes with automatic rollover
- Bar Codes – All standard bar codes including 2D
- Fonts – Arial, Arial Bold, Arial International, Arial Monospaced, Courier, Tahoma Bold and Lucida resident fonts for use in variable data elements. Static elements in any Windows® font
- Logos – Most image files supported with Orion Graphical Interface Software
- Printing Features – Reverse, invert, rotate, repeat, print on/off button
- Message Length – Limited by substrate length – up to 180”
- Number of Messages – 4GB storage space will store approximately 1000+ messages
- Ink Usage – Shown in Orion™ PC Software
- User Data Prompts – Prompts for user input at start of print job by manual input on touchscreen
- Bluetooth Connectivity – For connectivity with Bluetooth keyboards
- Wireless Connectivity – For wireless connection between PC or tablet and printer controller
- Database Capability – Ethernet communication protocol for external communication
- Languages – English, Spanish, German, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian
Accessories
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
- High Speed Printhead – Up to 200 feet/min (60 m/min)
- Encoder – For operation with variable speed conveyors
- Wireless USB Device and Router – For wireless connectivity
- Windows Tablet – Pre-loaded with Orion software; includes mounting bracket with swivel arm, USB to ethernet cable and stylus
- Conveyor Mounting Bracket – Provides stable mount to conveyor or other material handling equipment
- Floorstand – Includes mounting brackets and legs with leveling feet; 59” (1.5m) total height
- Bar Code Laser Scanner -Allows scan and print message retrieval
- External Light Beacon – Indicates low ink levels
- Starter Kit – Includes ink, cleaner and flush solution, printhead wipes, hand cleaner and latex gloves
Hi-Resolution Printing System
Squid Ink’s CoPilot uses proven Xaar piezo technology to print up to .7” of hi-resolution characters, razor-sharp text, scannable bar codes, and great looking logos at 185 dpi and a 4.3″ full color touchscreen provides access to the system’s internal messages and print functions. Messages are created and edited on Squid Ink’s easy-to-use Orion™ PC Software and transferred via Ethernet or USB device. For larger applications, multiple CoPilot printing systems can be connected via Ethernet or wirelessly and controlled through one central Orion print station.