Printronix C160

Continuous Inkjet Printing System. 

The Printronix C160 is a continuous inkjet coding and marking printer built for high-speed, high-volume production lines. Designed to minimize downtime and simplify operation, it delivers clear codes, text, barcodes, and graphics with maximum reliability and efficiency across a wide range of industrial applications.

Key Features

  • Prints up to 5 lines of text, barcodes, or graphics
  • 10.4” colour touchscreen with intuitive OneTouch™ interface
  • CleanStart™ automated printhead cleaning
  • OneTouch™: single step operator functions reduce operator steps.
  • AutoOff™ Go Home Button for end-of-day automation
  • Large volume ink tanks with on-the-fly refilling
  • Rugged design for continuous operation in industrial environments
Printronix C160
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Smart Printing Performance

TruPoint™: Advanced technology that delivers sharper, more precise codes for maximum readability.

Code Faster: Optimized high-speed printing keeps up with demanding production lines.

Unicode Fonts,over 30,000 characters: Full language support ensures accurate coding across global markets.

Ink Range: Wide selection of inks designed for adhesion, contrast, and durability on diverse substrates.

Smart Printing Performance

Technical Specifications

Printing

  • Lines of Print

    1 - 5 Lines, 32 Pixel

  • Print Fonts

    5, 7, 9, 12, 16, 19, 25, 32

  • Adjustable Print Height

    0.06" (1.5 mm) - 0.50" (12 mm)

  • Optional Print Height

    0.10" (2 mm) - 0.75" (19 mm)

  • Print Speed

    1 Line: 1500 feet/minute
    (470 meters/minute)
    2 Line: 345 feet/minute
    (108 meters/minute)
    3 Line: 173 feet/minute
    (54 meters/minute)
    4 Line: 119 feet/minute
    (36 meters/minute)
    5 Line: 114 feet/minute
    (35 meters/minute)

Operation

  • Technology

    Continuous Ink Jet (CIJ) Technology,
    Single Printhead Control

  • Operation Features

    Icon Based Operation, Single
    Button Start, Single Button Stop/Power Off, Password
    Security, Automatic Diagnostics, Error and Activity Logs, Service Reminders, Backup/Restore Functions, USB, Load Firmware Updates, All Operator
    Languages, Download Languages

  • SmartFilter™ Life

    2,000, 5,000 and 10,000 hours

Interfaces

  • User Interface

    10.4" (264 mm) Color LCD, Touch
    Screen, Icon based – Graphical User Interface (GUI)

  • Machine Interface

    RS232, Ethernet

  • Inputs

    1 Photocell, 1 Photocell or Programmable
    Input, 1 Shaft Encoder, 8 Field Programmable Inputs,
    Remote Message Selection option – 256 possible
    selections

  • Outputs

    4 Alarm Outputs, 1 Relay Output

Inks

  • Ink Delivery

    SmartFill™ Ink Bottle: 32 oz (946 ml),
    SmartFill™ Makeup Bottle: 32 oz (946 ml)

  • Fluid Capacity

    Ink Capacity: 68 oz (2 liters),
    Makeup Capacity: 102 oz (3 liters)

  • Ink Types

    Quick Dry to Immediate, Complete Ink
    Range: MEK, Acetone, Ethanol and Blends

  • Ink Colors

    Black, Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, Orange, Invisible

  • Specialist Inks

    Thermo Color Change, Wet Bottle, Caustic Washable, Plastic, Eco-Friendly, Alcohol
    Resistant, Military Spec

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