Large character printer IJ4000

Q: How can I convince myself "live" of the quality of the IJ4000?

There are many options here at Diagraph. You would like to see your large character coder print on your product, touch it and get an idea of the later result? No problem - feel free to contact us and request a no-obligation sample print on your product. You would like to test the IJ4000 printer? No problem either - contact us and make an appointment at our or your premises to get to know the device from all sides. You want the real scenario? Feel free to arrange a test period to install the device directly on your production line before you decide to purchase.

The reliable workhorse when it comes to product labeling. The IJ4000 printer impresses with its robust design, central ink supply and a character height of up to 100 mm.

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IJ4000 - Great results

Simply good large character printing

The IJ4000 is a large character printer for industrial product marking. The specialist for porous surfaces of packaging or load carriers impresses with easy handling and flexibility. Print images are managed either manually, directly on the device, or via your company network. This way you always have your labeling in view. The printing system consists of three main components: Printer, Controller and Display. It is flexibly expandable and can accommodate 1 - 4 print heads - depending on the requirements your printing solution has to meet.

Operation from anywhere.

Operate your IJ4000 via the IJ4000 control panel or opt for one of the many variants. Diagraph's customized solutions also provide centralized operating options via your host computer or the Windows 10-based TouchPro control panel.

Talk to us about the possibilities in your application. Many special solutions for your customized project are also possible with the IJ4000 large character coder.

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The most robust printhead in the industry.

The robust print heads in 50 mm and 100 mm versions form the basis for your large character printing. After installation, run on demand 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Variants of the horizontal heads for inclined conveyors and vertical printing are available. There are no limits to the application here.

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Product advantages

Large character printer IJ4000

Print height up to 100 mm

Printing with a gap of up to 12 mm

Central ink system (refill remotely)

Flexible printer combinations

Robust printhead

Network connection via Nicelabel

Ink cartridges up to 1 liter

Cost advantage over labels

Printing examples large character printer IJ4000

In industry, large character printers are often used in packaging marking. You can see some examples here:

Nahansicht einer Palette mit aufgedrucktem QR-Code

Possible applications from practice

We make product labeling vivid. Find yourself labeling with large character printers:

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Replace branding iron and print pallets

In the marking of EPAL pallets, speed and maximum precision are essential in an environment that is not suitable for most conventional printers.

The IJ4000 masters this task to perfection.

Nahansicht einer Palette mit EPAL aufgedruckt auf einem Fließband

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Cartons printing

Printing on cartons is the standard application of the IJ4000. This is where it can make full use of its advantages. It marks cartons with product data, codes and logos in the highest quality and at high speed.

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This is what convinced premium sauce maker Jürgen Langbein of the IJ4000 large character printer

The print data comes directly from the merchandise management system
Direct printing is cheaper than labeling
High print image quality

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Printing pulp bales

Print big logos on even bigger bales of pulp? No problem for the IJ4000.

Here, too, you will find tough conditions in practice, which Diagraph's large character printer masters with flying colors.

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The advantages of the IJ4000 large character coder

High-resolution print images up to 100 mm high
Simple operation
Printhead distance to the product up to 12 mm
Spring-back support to protect the printhead
Automatic cleaning system

Frequently Asked Questions about the IJ4000 Large Character Printer

Do you have further questions? Here you can find more details.

Is the IJ4000 large character printer right for my application?

With the IJ4000, the first requirement for successful use is the material you want to print on: it should be porous/absorbent.

The IJ4000 is ideally suited for printing large fonts, codes and logos in high resolution (up to 300 dpi) up to a print height of 100 mm.

Examples include prints on typical secondary/tertiary packaging such as cardboard or wood.

In which variants is the IJ4000 available and which is the right one for my application?

The central element of the IJ4000 is always the ink distribution system with control - the so-called SmartIDS ("Smart Ink Delivery System").

You can operate up to 4 printheads (see table, IJ384E and IJ768E) on one SmartIDS.

In addition to the standard printheads for horizontal, straight printing (see table, IJ384E and IJ768E), there is a variant for printing in a horizontal, angled position and a variant for vertical (upside-down) printing.

Important for your application is:

Number of printheads
Print height of each printhead
Print direction of each printhead (standard, angled, upside down)

Our experts will be happy to advise you.

How to operate the IJ4000?

In addition to the SmartIDS and printheads, you can choose the operating variant. You want operators to have a simple display right on the device? No problem, the IJ4000 comes in a standard package with the IJ4000 HMI.

However, operation via the Windows 10-based TouchPro or operation via a (e.g.) control station computer is also possible. Contact our connectivity experts for advice on your individual solution.

What else do I need to run my IJ4000?

In addition to SmartIDS, printheads and operation, we offer various types of installation on your line. Here we have different stand variants in the offer, eg. for fixing directly to your conveyor belt or for low-vibration floor mounting. During an individual consultation we can clarify your requirements.

Lastly, you will need the right ink for your IJ4000. These are available from Diagraph in black, blue and red. The ink (ScanTrue II) was developed specifically for use in the IJ4000 and comes as a 0.5 liter cartridge with each device in the starter package.

You can order additional ink at any time through your personal sales contact.

I already have a large character printer from another manufacturer in use - why should I switch to Diagraph's IJ4000?

The advantages of the IJ4000 from Diagraph lie in its robust technology. As Diagraph is part of the ITW Group, the Trident print modules used come from a single source.

Our print modules are extremely durable, just like our print heads themselves. As a result, you have no hassle due to unexpected system failures and thus downtimes of your production.

With decades of experience in the field of large character printers, Diagraph relies on proven technology for maximum cost-effectiveness.

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How can I convince myself "live" of the quality of the IJ4000?

There are many options here at Diagraph.

You would like to see your large character coder print on your product, touch it and get an idea of the later result? No problem - feel free to contact us and request a no-obligation sample print on your product.

You would like to test the IJ4000 printer? No problem either - contact us and make an appointment at our or your premises to get to know the device from all sides.

You want the real scenario? Feel free to arrange a test period to install the device directly on your production line before you decide to purchase.

What happens after I decide to purchase a Diagraph IJ4000?

You have received a quote for printers, consumables and accessories and decide to make a purchase after consulting your personal contact at Diagraph.

You will be contacted by our technical service no later than the following day so that we can arrange an installation appointment with you.

You will receive the products as requested before or on the agreed installation date. At the appointment, the service technician integrates the device into your line and puts it into operation. After personal instruction, you can operate the device without any problems.

Technical data

Daten	Druckkopf IJ384E	Druckkopf IJ768E
Pressure altitude	up to 51 mm (2")	up to 102 mm (4")
Technology	Piezoelectric pressure module (Trident)	Piezoelectric pressure module (Trident)
Print speed	up to 90 m/min	up to 90 m/min
Print resolution (horizontal)	up to 300 dpi (selectable)	up to 300 dpi (selectable)
Print resolution (vertical)	192 dpi	192 dpi
Max. Printhead distance to product	12 mm	12 mm
Dead space lower edge - nozzle row	22 mm	22 mm
Dimensions (H x W x D)	117 x 67 x 280 mm	161 x 71 x 338 mm
Number of printheads per controller (Smart IDS)	up to 4	up to 2
IP protection class	IP65	IP54
Printer orientation (default)	Horizontal print on product side	Horizontal print on product side
Printer orientation (special models)	Vertical printing on top of product*	Vertical printing on top of product*
Environmental conditions (operation)	10 - 40 °C / 10 - 80 % RH	10 - 40 °C / 10 - 80 % RH

Smart IDS Controller
	Smart IDS
Control and setup (HMI)	IJ4000 HMI (Diagraph) / Touch-Pro HMI (Diagraph) / PC
Control software	IJRemote PC software (Diagraph) / Nicelabel
Interfaces	Ethernet
Hardware upgrades	I/O board / control boards for additional print heads
Standard print functions	Barcodes (UPC, GTIN, Code 128 etc. Datamatrix, QR-Code), logos, time, date, user variables
Inks	ScanTrue II (Black, Blue, Red)