SQ/2 Dot Matrix Printer for Bags & Cartons

The SQ/2 ink jet printing system allows manufacturers to print high quality dot-matrix characters on bags and cartons.  The SQ/2 offers the lowest price per-printed-character in the industry!

We recommend the water-based system for printing on porous surfaces like paper PBOM bags and corrugated cartons.  And solvent-based inks for printing on glossy and other laminated surfaces.

The SQ/2 system can usually be installed directly on your bag sealer to print information on the bag while it is still in the sealer!

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Detailed Photos

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Printing on Kraft Bag

Mounted on 4600 PBOM Closer

Control System

Sample printing

Machine Features

• Designed for easy installation and Simple Message Programming
• Includes: Controller cabinet and ink delivery system, One or two printhead(s) and printhead mounting bracket(s), Printhead data cable(s) and ink line(s), Photocell product sensor and photocell mounting bracket, and Industrial strength handheld input device
• Prints: .75” [7x5 matrix]; .5” [5x5], or .5” [7x5]; .375” [5x5], or .375 [7x5]; .25 in [5x5]
• Modular Components for Quick Replacement and Troubleshooting
• Speed: 20 to 200 feet/minute line speed
• Water-based Ink for Porous Printing Surfaces (e.g. Kraft Paper, Corrugated Boxes)
• Solvent-based Ink for Non-Porous (Glossy) Printing Surfaces (e.g. laminated bags, etc.)
• Requires Relatively Uniform Speed / Throw Distance
• Works on new or existing machinery!

Options / Accessories

• Spare Parts Kit: Includes spare print head, card cage and PC board pack, air pump module, data cable and master cap
• Starter Kit: Includes ink, cleaner for flushing the system, spray bottle for cleaner, hand cleaner, 70mm cap wrench and wipes for the printhead
• 5-Gallon Pail Upgrade: Upgrades ink supply to 5.0 gallons (water-base ink only)
• PC Software: Communications software for PC integration
• Software Upgrade: 12 hour shift code, 3-letter month name, 3-letter weekday name, complete expiration date, expiration month, expiration day, expiration  year, expiration Julian, and repeat print software
• Rollaway Stand: Provides mount for the SQ/2 controller, designed with caster wheels for transportation within plant
• Extended Character Width Firmware for print speeds slower than 20 FPM

Typical Bag Printer Specifications