Video Jet - Videojet 1220 Ink Coding Machine

Applications & Use Cases

• Applying best-before dates and batch codes to food products and packaging.
• Printing variable data onto flexible packaging films, cartons, and bottles.
• Coding pharmaceutical products with lot numbers and expiry dates.
• Marking industrial components and cables for traceability.

Typical Specifications

Printing speed

Typically up to 162 m/min (533 ft/min) for a single line of print, depending on print resolution and content.

Number of print lines

Commonly capable of 1 to 3 lines of print.

Character height

Typically ranges from 2 mm to 10 mm, adjustable based on application.

Power supply

Commonly operates on a single-phase supply, typically 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.

Ink type

Designed for continuous inkjet (CIJ) inks, including MEK-based, alcohol-based, and pigment inks.

Operating temperature

Typically suitable for environments between 5°C and 45°C.

Connectivity

Often includes Ethernet and USB ports for integration and data transfer.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What kind of materials can a Videojet 1220 typically print on?

  This class of CIJ printer is versatile and can typically print on a wide range of substrates, including plastics, glass, metals, paperboard, and flexible packaging.

• Is this machine suitable for high-speed production lines?

• What are the typical maintenance requirements for a used Videojet 1220?

• Can the print content be easily changed?

• What is the typical footprint of a Videojet 1220?