Operational downtime caused by label jams and routine manual adjustments is removed through Intelligent Motion Technology, which automatically and precisely controls the entire system. In addition, Direct Apply™ is a unique on-demand labeling method that allows
accurate placement of the label onto the package without the need for an applicator – even at high speeds.

Maximize your line uptime, increase productivity and remove the risk of mislabeling packages with the most advanced and user friendly print and apply labeling system.

Uptime Advantage

• Zero mechanical adjustments during day-to-day operation
• Optimizes maintenance labor by eliminating more than 80% of wear parts
• Keep your lines running longer with automatic set-up

Built-in productivity

• Never miss a label, regardless of line throughput and pack sizes with Direct Apply labeling up to 150ppm for a typical GS1 4”x6” label
• Optimize print quality and printhead life with automatic printhead pressure regulation
• Track performance and help achieve OEE improvements with onscreen diagnostics
• 53mm and 107mm printhead versions for optimum performance on a wide range of label sizes

Videojet® 9550

Continuous Inkjet

Application method
Direct Apply (standard) with Intelligent MotionTM Label Drive Optional applicators: Front Apply, Ultra High Speed and Telescopic Tamp (see separate data sheet)

Print technology
Thermal Transfer printing with Intelligent MotionTM Ribbon Drive and Direct Thermal
53mm and 107mm printhead versions

Print resolution
300dpi / 200dpi emulation mode

Printhead health monitoring
Tool-free quick release printhead replacement

Print speed
1.6 – 19.7 inches/sec (40 – 500mm/sec )

Throughput
Up to 350 packs per minute, dependent on line speed and pack size only

Ribbon specification
Width: 2.2” (55mm), 3.0” (76mm) and 4.3” (110mm) (standard)
Capacity: Up to 830m, including automatic ribbon save (< 1mm ribbon gap between successive prints irrespective of label size or speed)
Low Ribbon and End of Ribbon detection with predicted changeover time built in as standard

Label specification
Width/length: 2.0” to 4.5” / 2.0” to 11.8” (50 to115mm / 50 to 300mm)
Capacity: Up to 400mm spool diameter (typically delivers over 9000 typical GS1
bar code labels per roll)
Low Labels and End of Label Reel detection, with predicted changeover time built in
as standard
Automatic adjustment for label/backing type and label size
400MB on-board label database, sufficient for 25,000 typical GS1 bar code label designs

Print capabilities
Full downloadable font support using TrueType® fonts (including multiple languages
and Unicode support); fixed, variable and merged text fields; flexible date/time formats; flexible shift code formats; auto best before date calculations and concession management; calendar rules; auto incrementing decrementing text, counters and bar codes; multiple graphic formats supported (up to maximum print area); link fields to databases; scalable text and text blocks

Bar codes supported
EAN 8, EAN 13, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 39, GS1-128, Code 128, ITF, RSS (including 2D composite codes); others available upon request

Connectivity
Ethernet, Power-over-Ethernet, RS232, Configurable I/O (24V, PNP and volt free) USB (for backup/restore and label upload), remote Control Videojet 9550 via a web browser