Linx - Coder

• Applying batch codes, date codes, and other variable data to product packaging.
• Marking individual products on production lines for traceability.
• Printing logos and simple graphics directly onto various substrates.
• Coding products in food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and industrial manufacturing sectors.

Typical throughput

Variable, commonly ranging from low to high speed lines, depending on the specific model and application.

Print height

Typically adjustable, often in the range of 1.8mm to 20mm for continuous inkjet (CIJ) coders.

Print lines

Units of this type commonly offer 1 to 5 lines of print.

Substrate compatibility

Generally suitable for a wide range of materials including plastics, glass, metal, paper, and card.

Power supply

This unit is specified as single phase; coders of this class typically require 230V AC, 50Hz.

Ink type

Commonly uses solvent-based inks for fast drying and good adhesion to various surfaces.

Connectivity

Units often feature Ethernet or serial ports for integration with production line systems.

Footprint

Typically compact, designed for integration into existing production lines without significant space requirements.

• What type of coding does a Linx Coder typically perform?

  Linx coders, particularly CIJ models, are commonly used for applying variable data such as best-before dates, batch codes, and barcodes directly onto products and packaging.

• Is this unit suitable for integration into an automated production line?

• What kind of maintenance does a used coder require?

• Can this coder print on different coloured surfaces?

• What does 'unprocessed and suitable for a trade buyer' mean?

Laboratory labelling and printing systems are valued for precision, consistency and compliance support in regulated environments. Buyers typically prioritise reliability, print quality and compatibility with existing laboratory workflows. When purchasing used equipment, condition of print heads, calibration history and maintenance records warrant careful inspection. Industry sentiment favours systems offering flexibility across label sizes and formats. Common strengths include durability, straightforward operation and good availability of replacement consumables. Integration capability with laboratory information management systems is increasingly important to buyers.

General overview for this equipment type