Thermocode iQ offers consistent label quality

A breakthrough in print quality, plus a high level of sustainable performance is offered by the Thermocode iQ thermal transfer printer built in the UK by Open Date Equipment.

A breakthrough in print quality, plus a high level of sustainable performance is offered by the Thermocode iQ thermal transfer printer built in the UK by Open Date Equipment.

Designed to operate with intermittent labelling and packaging machinery, the iQ uses no compressed air to operate the printhead, which is electronically driven by three stepper motors. These motors can be accurately calibrated, which in turn allows more print cycles per minute (currently up to 800) as well as better quality and consistency. Also, as the printer is designed for flexible materials it can prove to be highly versatile where a variety of pack styles are utilised.

‘Use of stepper motors to control the printhead, rather than compressed air, eliminates a source of potential contamination in cleanroom environments, as well as providing closer control of the impression,’ said Open Date’s chief executive Gary Cowlard. He added that the gentler handling of the motor means the life expectancy