Linx 8940

Code faster, in more demanding applications, with the Linx 8940. The Linx 8940 provides flexible coding with up to 6 lines of print, on high speed production lines, and in challenging environments. With an IP65 rating, simple touch screen interface, and fewer maintenance interventions, the Linx 8940 is designed to provide high speed, low maintenance coding.

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PRODUCT FEATURES

Easy to use for quick code setup and operation

Store up to 50 named line settings – for quick retrieval at product changeovers; settings can be transferred between printers with a USB flash drive
Large, icon-driven high-resolution touch screen, with at-a-glance production-rate visibility
Customisable top screen, one touch operation for common tasks, on-screen message prompts for faster, accurate code setup
Simple, one-touch, fluid cartridge refills during printing – no mess, no tools, no mistakes
Self-service with an on-screen Wizard which guides operators through the service module change process – for a quick, engineer-free service.

Reliable coding for longer

IP65 rating as standard – for reliable operation in wet or dusty conditions, and no need for an external compressed air supply
Extended service intervals up to 18,000hrs/ 24 months – code for longer without interventions
Advanced System Monitoring – internal monitoring helps to avoid unscheduled stoppages – reliable coding for longer
Quick, clean startups every time – robust, completely sealed printhead, and Autoflush feature ensure continual reliable operation
Seasonal shutdown mode – printer is ready to print first time, even after extended shutdown, with no need for expensive printer flushing.

Flexible coding with more printing capabilities

Linx Printernet enabled – remote monitoring and control of Linx 8900 printers via a secure, cloud-based service
Code up to six lines of code, including 2D barcodes
High speed coding as standard – at production line speeds up to 9.1m/s
Carton coding option, up to 20mm high print
Real-time output on screen – meet your OEE targets with the printer screensaver ‘On/Off target’; identify patterns in overall line downtime with the output/downtime reporting feature, and improve your efficiencies.

Print Sample

SPECIFICATION

PRINTING SPEED AND SIZES

Lines of Print

Message Height

1.8mm - 20mm depending on nozzle

Maximum Line Speed

1 line: 9.1m/s 2 line: 2.65m/s depending on nozzle

HARDWARE FEATURES

Screen Size / Message Entry

10 inch full colour touch screen

Ink Supply

Cartridge system with RFID

Preventive Service Interval

Up to 24 months/18,000 hours

Service Interval Method

Easi-Change® Service Module

Printhead Shut Down Method

Printhead Flushing - typical cleaning interval is 3 months

Pumping System

Gear Pump

Software Features

On-Screen Help and Diagnostics

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Live Message Preview

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Step-By-Step Guidance

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Message and Settings Back-Up

USB storage device

Barcode Printing

ITF 20f5, Code 39, Code 128, EAN 13, EAN 8, UPC-A, Pharmacode, Data Matrix, QR Code

Printhead Features

Nozzle Size

62µm, 75µm

Umbillical Conduit Length

2m, 4m, 6m

90 Degree Printhead Available

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Ink Range

Dye-based

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Pigmented

Soft Pigment

Connection Interface

Product Detector

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Alarm Output

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Shaft Encoder

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USB

USB Port for message and settings back up and WiFi Connection for PrinterNet

Ethernet

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