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 The world has been waiting for this low
cost thermal transfer coder. Continuous or intermittent packaging lines are not a
problem for the 18 Series.This simple,
complete digital coding solution will give
you the print quality, reliability, ease-of-use,
and traceability at a fraction of the cost of
current thermal transfer offerings. The fast
changeover, low maintenance, increased
productivity and the cost of ownership
is typically lower than ink jet, hot stamp
and traditional technologies.
SIMPLIFIED OPERATION
REDUCED COSTS
The 18 Series reduces your overall operating costs by simplifying
your coding operation. Unlike ink jet, hot stamp and other
traditional coding technologies, the 18 Series reduces the need for
maintenance and type changes that ultimately minimizes downtime.
The 18 series design allows maximum use of ribbon consumables,
reducing waste, which is essential to profitability.
HIGH PRINT QUALITY
Every unreadable, incorrect or missed
code costs you money.The 18 Series thermal transfer technology gives you
consistent high quality from the first
print to the last. |
ERROR-FREE CODE CHANGES
Changing type manually wastes time and
risks error.The 18 Series Thermal
Transfer coder allows you to change
information instantaneously, making it
quick, easy and accurate, every time. |
RELIABILITY
With over 40,000 installed units
world-wide, MARKEM is the world
leader in thermal transfer technology.
Our reputation for quality and proven
reliability will give you peace of mind
that your coder will operate on demand
when you need it. |
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REAL-TIME CODES FOR REAL TIME PRODUCTION
 Product recalls and incorrect codes are a
threat to your profitability.You can set the
automatic date rollover and forget about
manual type changes with the 18 Series
Thermal Transfer coders.The versatility of
this digital system gives you the option to
print date, time, best before dates, lot and
batch codes and other variable
information, with no manual intervention.
This virtually eliminates human error
and greatly reduces recall scope.
MODEL 18c for
continuous motion lines
The Model 18c low cost thermal transfer coder is a
simple, affordable, complete digital coding solution for
your packaging line. The Model 18c coder, designed for
continuous motion lines, offers comparable operating
costs to ink jet, hot stamp, or other traditional technologies.
- Image can accommodate variable information
including, date, best before end date, lot and batch
codes, line ID or customer logo
- Continuous speed up to 450mm/sec. (range
400mm/sec.-500mm/sec. possible with
smaller images at faster speeds). Substrate
acceleration 5m/sec.
MODEL 18i for
intermittent motion lines
The Model 18i low cost thermal transfer coder is a
simple, affordable, complete digital coding solution for
your packaging line. The Model 18i coder, designed for
intermittent motion lines, offers comparable operating
costs to ink jet, hot stamp, or other traditional
technologies.
- Image can accommodate variable information
including, date, best before end date, lot and batch
codes, line ID or customer logo and time
- Intermittent speed up to 225mm/sec. (range
100-225mm/sec. possible with smaller images
at faster speeds). Substrate acceleration 5m/sec.
   
SPECIFICATIONS
| Print Area |
32mm x 40mm (1.3” x 1.6”) |
| Print Speed for 18c Continuous Model |
Continuous speed up to 450mm/sec. (17.72”/sec.) (range 400mm/sec.-500mm/sec. (15.7”/sec.19.7”/sec. possible with smaller images at faster speeds)
Substrate acceleration 5m/s2 |
| Print Speed for 18i Intermittent Model |
Intermittent 100mm/sec. to 225mm/sec
(5.9”sec. to 8.9”/sec)
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| Print Features |
Resolution: 8dots/mm
100 built in images
User defined image built up from elements:
Current date (all based on built in real time clock)
Date with fixed offset (for “Best Before End” date)
Date with user entered offset
Time (hours/minutes)
Fixed text
User entered numeric data (e.g. lot number, line ID)
Logos (imported bitmap images including fixed barcodes)
PC based image composition software included to allow creation of user defined images using the individual image elements
Full international character set
Image loading via USB memory stick |
| Electrical |
Auto-ranging power supply (110v/230v 50Hz/60Hz) 90-264v,47-63Hz power supply
Typical current consumption 1A@230v, 2A@100v |
| Environment |
Temperature: 4º to 40ºC (39º to 104ºF)
Relative humidity: 20-90% non-condensing
Dry (no IP rating), non wash down |
| User Interface for 18c Continuous Model |
The local user interface (LUI) provides a display
and input device that allows the printer to be
installed, set up for printing and controlled
generally, on the factory floor. Unlike some other
MARKEM printers, which use a PC or laptop
during installation, the printer must be installed
without a computer. |
| User Interface for 18i Intermittent Model |
Dockable handheld
Multiple language support |
| S/W Interface for 18c Continuous Model |
USB host capability
External RS232 and Ethernet is not required |
| Hardware Interface for 18c Continuous Model |
Inputs – Print go and 1 configurable input
Outputs – Fault, warning, and 2 configurable outputs
Additional inputs and outputs via expansion board option |
| Hardware Interface for 18i Intermittent Model |
Inputs: Print Go (24v DC)
Outputs: Fault and warning (volt free contacts) |
| Special Function |
Ribbon save option: Interlace
(50% saving of ribbon) |
| Supplies |
MARKEM thermal transfer ribbon available in a variety of grades and colors
Maximum ribbon length 450m (492yds)
(For 18c: 500m and 550m (547yds and 601yds) under evaluation)
(For 18i: 500m for 3818)
Minimum ribbon width 22mm (.87”)
Maximum ribbon width 33mm (1.3”) |
| Dimensions |
Printer:
180mmW x 156mmD x 166mmH
(7”W x 6.1”D x 6.5”H)
Power Supply:
300mmW x 127mmD x 63mmH
(11.8”W x 5”D x 2.5”H)
User Interface:
104mmW x 25mmD x 165mmH (4”W x .98”D x 6.5”H) |
| Weight |
Printer: 8.5kgs (18.7lbs)
Power supply for 18c: 5kgs (11lbs)
Power supply for 18i: 2kgs (4.4 lbs)
LUI (user interface): .5kgs (1.1lbs)
Bracket for 18c: 15kgs (33lbs)
Bracket for 18i: 10kgs (22 lbs) |
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