Inkjet Coding Printer for Batch & Expiry Dates — CIJ & TIJ Industrial Coders

About Inkjet Coding Printer for Batch & Expiry Dates — CIJ & TIJ Industrial Coders

An inkjet coding printer prints variable data — expiry dates, batch/lot numbers, barcodes, QR codes and serials — directly onto products or packaging as they move on a production line. Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) printers mark curved, non-porous surfaces like bottles, cans, cables and pipes at very high speed, while Thermal Inkjet (TIJ) delivers high-resolution codes on cartons, labels and secondary packaging. Both support traceability, compliance and anti-counterfeiting across food, pharma, beverage and FMCG lines.

How to Choose

  • Technology — CIJ for high-speed, non-porous/curved surfaces; TIJ for high-resolution cartons and labels.
  • Substrate & surface — match ink (solvent, water, UV) to plastic, glass, metal, paper or film.
  • Line speed — ensure print speed (e.g., up to 320 m/min for CIJ) keeps pace with throughput.
  • Print content & resolution — barcodes/QR need contrast and resolution; verify scanner readability.
  • Integration & uptime — sensor triggering, conveyor fit and low-maintenance design reduce downtime.

FAQ

Q: What is the difference between CIJ and TIJ inkjet coding printers?
A: CIJ continuously jets ink for high-speed marking on curved, non-porous surfaces like bottles and cables; TIJ uses cartridges for clean, high-resolution printing on cartons and labels.

Q: What information can an inkjet coder print?
A: Batch/lot numbers, manufacturing and expiry dates, MRP, serial numbers, barcodes, QR codes and logos — all variable and set through the controller.

Q: Which surfaces can inkjet coders print on?
A: With the right ink, they print on plastic, glass, metal, paper, cardboard, flexible film and cables, including uneven or moving surfaces.

Q: Why are coding printers important for compliance?
A: Durable, accurate codes let manufacturers trace batches, meet food/pharma regulations and respond quickly to recalls, protecting consumers and brand integrity.