The SQ/2 Large Character Inkjet Printer (DOD)

The SQ/2 system prints high-quality dot-matrix characters on a variety of products. Setting the standard for cost-effectiveness, the SQ/2 offers an extremely low price per printed character. Users choose between two models: a water-based model for printing on porous surfaces like corrugated cartons, or as a solvent-based system for printing on non-porous product like plastics, stretch wraps, metals and more.

User Flexibility

SQ/2 users also have the option of choosing from several printhead configurations. Three different print sizes are available: 3/4”, 1/2”, or 3/8” character height. All printheads are capable of printing both a 7 x 5 and 5 x 5 character matrix, offering print sizes ranging from 1/4”″to 3/4” in height. Users also have the flexibility to run one or two printheads at any time. All of these components are field-installable for future upgrade to meet your application’s changing requirements.

  • Character Height – .75” in 7 x 5 matrix; .5” in 5 x 5 matrix, or .5” in 7 x 5 matrix; .375” in 5 x 5 matrix, or .375” in 7 x 5 matrix; .25”in 5 x 5 matrix
  • Character Set – 61 character ASCII set
  • Print Speed – 20 feet/minute to 200 feet/minute line speed; optional extended character width firmware allows for print speeds slower than 20 feet/minute
  • Message Length – 60 characters per message; 64 memory locations
  • Communication – RS-232C, 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 start, 1 stop, Asynch
  • Software Features – 24-hour clock, Julian date, counter, lot counter
  • Operating Features – Dot size, print delay, character width, photocell on/off, invert print, reverse print, purge routine
  • Controller Dimensions – 12” H x 12” W x 5.25” D
  • Controller Weight – 10.5 lbs
  • Printhead Dimensions – 3” H x 1.6” W x 7” L
  • Product Sensor – Diffuse beam photocell (24v) or hardware sinking signal
  • Electrical Requirements – 100 – 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 1.0 amp
  • Cabinet Construction – Industrial gauge coated steel
  • Substrate Capabilities – Porous or Non-Porous surfaces
  • Air Requirements – No external air needed
  • Ink Capabilities – Porous: Squid Ink SQ-60™ no-clog ink
  • Ink Volume – .5 gallon bottle standard; available upgrade (water-base ink only) to 5.0 gallon pail