CIJ Printer Technology & Working Principles

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Experience the pinnacle of industrial printing with Hitachi's Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) printers, renowned for its precision and adaptability. Powered by over 45 years of expertise, our CIJ printers offer unparalleled reliability and versatility for diverse packaging needs. Operating on the principle of propelling controlled ink droplets onto substrates, they deliver crisp characters, codes, and graphics with exceptional clarity and accuracy.

Unlike traditional methods, CIJ doesn't require substrate contact, enabling seamless marking on uneven or curved surfaces. This non-contact approach also ensures high-speed printing, perfect for industries with rapid production demands. Whether marking expiration dates on food packaging or serial numbers on manufactured goods, Hitachi's CIJ printers drive efficiency and quality across various industries.

Here are the principles on which Hitachi industrial CIJ printers work:

Ink Supply Pump

Ink is pressured by the Ink Supply Pump and flows to the Nozzle parts.

Ultrasonic Vibration

The Nozzle uses ultrasonic vibration to separate a solid pressurized ink stream into small ink droplets as it exits the Nozzle orifice.

Character Signal

Ejected ink drops pass through the Charge Electrode tunnel, which conveys a varied and specific charge voltage to ink drops, which will later be used to form a printed character.

CIJ Printer Technology & Working Principles

Deflection Voltage

Voltage is applied to the deflection electrodes, which ultimately determine how far a given drop will alter its course through the air. More voltage, results in more deflection later.

Deflection Electrodes

Physical element that is charged with voltage. The voltage on these plates determine how much effect will occur to the pre-charged ink droplets.

Gutter

Droplets that aren't required for printing are retrieved by the Gutter and recycled back into the Main Ink Tank for reuse.

Why Choose Hitachi CIJ Printers

With an illustrious history of over four decades in industrial equipment and solutions, Hitachi is your esteemed partner for precision marking and coding solutions. Our unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and sustainability underpins the reliability of Hitachi Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) printers for variable data printing and other industry-specific marking and coding requirements. Fueled by advanced technology and continuous innovation, we offer unmatched customer support to help you boost production uptime and achieve operational excellence.

INK & MAKEUP

Our CIJ printer inks and solvents, optimized for all our printer models, ensure safety, sustainability, and uncompromised quality. Explore our comprehensive range of different ink types and colors with advanced formulations and features like fast-drying, water and alcohol resistance, wetness indication, and thermochromic properties, that cater to diverse applications, delivering high-quality printing solutions aligning perfectly with the demands of multiple industries.