A high-speed non-contact CIJ reference model for applying dates, batches, lots and variable traceability data to moving products and packaging.
The LU-TIP15 is a line-integrated continuous inkjet reference configuration for small-character variable coding where the product moves past a non-contact printhead. Lancing has specified the model for bottle-line applications, with final suitability controlled by the code, substrate, ink and product presentation.
| Technology | Continuous inkjet, non-contact inline printing |
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| Character height | Approximately 1.8–15 mm |
| Reference maximum speed | Approximately 285 m/min, application-dependent |
| Reference print distance | Up to 30 mm from printhead to product |
| Printing rows | 1–4 rows at 5 × 7 dot; 1–5 rows at 5 × 5 dot |
| Electrical supply | 200–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz; approximately 220 W |
Specification basis: current Lancing quotation and application data. Approximate and reference figures are configuration-dependent and must be confirmed in the written quotation and sample trial.
Use the table to prepare a technically comparable enquiry. The final machine, printhead, ink, mounting and controls are confirmed for the actual product and line.
| Function | Inline printing of date, time, batch, serial, lot, barcode, QR code, logo, variable data and text. |
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| Voltage | 200–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. |
| Power | Approximately 220 W. |
| Printing rows | 1–4 rows at 5 × 7 dot; 1–5 rows at 5 × 5 dot. |
| Dot matrices | 5 × 5, 5 × 7, 7 × 9, 10 × 12, 12 × 16, 18 × 24 and 24 × 32. |
| Reference maximum speed | Approximately 285 m/min. The accepted line speed depends on character matrix, message length, ink, substrate, product handling and trigger arrangement. |
| Character height | Approximately 1.8–15 mm. |
| Reference print distance | Up to 30 mm between printhead and object, subject to the approved message and application trial. |
| Machine size / weight | Approximately 370 × 310 × 510 mm / approximately 23 kg. |
| Languages | English and Arabic character support has been specified, subject to approved font and message testing. |
| Integration | Encoder, product sensor, guarded printhead mount and PLC line enable/fault interface can be included in the configured line scope. |
| Ink and acceptance | Black is a standard starting colour. Adhesion, contrast, chemical resistance, code legibility and trigger position must be tested on the selected substrate. |
The 285 m/min figure is a reference print-system capability, not a promise that every code will print at that speed. The accepted speed has to be proved using the final matrix, character height, line count, ink and product pitch.
The printhead can operate at a greater stand-off than cartridge systems, but bottle movement, vibration, curvature and trigger repeatability still affect position and character shape. Guides and sensor location should be agreed from the line video and samples.
Bottle resin, label coating, condensation, filling residue and downstream handling can change drying and rub resistance. Lancing should receive clean and worst-case samples for an adhesion and legibility trial.
Send representative packs and the longest production message.
Include the line speed, product pitch, coding position, environment, inspection requirement and a short line video.
The LU-TIP15 is specified as an online continuous inkjet coder. It is intended for non-contact small-character coding on moving products, rather than cartridge-based high-resolution printing close to a flat pack.
The quoted function includes barcode and QR-code content. The exact symbology, module size, print matrix, line speed and reader result must be confirmed with the selected software, ink and substrate.
Curved bottle coding is a relevant CIJ application because the printhead does not touch the container and the reference stand-off is up to 30 mm. Bottle stability, code position and ink adhesion still require sample and line trials.
Provide the bottle or pack samples, substrate details, code artwork, longest message, character height, line speed, product pitch, coding position, line video, environmental conditions and required PLC or inspection interfaces.
For a written model recommendation, provide the product, pack, code, output and installation details.
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