Microplex logiJET TC8

Dual Colour Printing

Ideal For Following Applications

  • GHS-compliant hazardous materials labeling

  • Where you need two color printing.

  • Completely trouble-free paper handling

  • Up to 150 mm per second

  • SAP® and AS/400 compatible through PCL5 + JetCAPS as well as LAN-IPDS

  • Compatible with standard laser printers

In Industries Such As

  • Chemical - Printing GHS labels

  • Medical and Healthcare

  • Automotive

  • Pharmaceutical

Print Specifications

Print Technology: Thermal transfer

  1. Print Speed: Up to 150 mm per second (6 inches per second)

  2. Print Resolution: 300 dpi x 300 dpi for sharp, high-quality label printing

  3. Max Print Width: 219 mm

  4. Material Handling:

    • Width: 100 mm to 222 mm

    • Length: Flexible to accommodate nearly any label size

Durability and Compliance

  • BS5609 Compliance: Labels printed with the Solid T8 meet BS5609 certification, ensuring durability in harsh environments, including exposure to chemicals, saltwater, and UV light.

  • GHS and CLP Compliance: Fully supports GHS (Globally Harmonized System) labelling and complies with Classification, Labelling, and Packaging (CLP) regulations for hazardous materials.

  • Materials Supported: Can print on a variety of label materials including paper, polyethylene (PE), and polypropylene (PP).

Advanced Features

  • Two-Colour Printing: Equipped with dual printing modules, allowing for two-colour printing in a single pass. Perfect for GHS labels, where red hazard symbols and black text are needed.

  • Batch Printing: Supports continuous, roll-to-roll printing for high-volume production environments. Ideal for large-scale label production with variable data.

  • Automatic Fine-Tuning: Offers ‘x’ and ‘y’ adjustment for perfect register alignment, ensuring labels are printed with precision.

System Integration

  • Software Compatibility:

    • Direct support for SAP® and AS/400 systems via PCL5 and JetCAPS

    • No middleware or software modifications required

    • Supports Windows drivers for easy setup and compatibility with all modern Windows versions

  • Printer Emulations: Includes over 30 selectable emulations, such as:

    • PRESCRIBE IIe

    • Epson ESC/P

    • CODE-V

Connectivity

  • Interfaces:

    • USB

    • Ethernet (10/100 Mbit, TCP/IP)

    • Optional: RS232, RS422, and IEEE 1284 (Centronics)

  • SNMP and Status-Out: Advanced status monitoring with SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) support, allowing real-time system alerts.

Memory and Processing

  • RAM: 256 MB

  • Flash Memory: 256 MB

  • Controller: Multi Intelligence Controller for extensive configuration options and real-time system control.

Display

  • Colour Touch Panel: 3.7-inch display (480 x 242 pixels) for intuitive operation and status monitoring.

Ribbon and Media Specifications

  • Thermal Transfer Ribbon:

    • Max Diameter: 78 mm

    • Core Diameter: 25.4 mm (1 inch)

    • Max Length: 450 m

    • Coated Side: Outside

    • Max Ribbon Width: 220 mm

  • Printable Media:

    • Paper Thickness: 0.14 mm to 0.25 mm

    • Media Roll Unwinder: Easy connection for seamless media handling.

Physical Specifications

  • Dimensions:

    • Width: 389 mm

    • Depth: 420 mm

    • Height: 293 mm

  • Weight: 21 kg (without options)

  • Power Supply: AC 100-120 V, or 200-240 V, 50/60 Hz

  • Power Consumption: 6.0 A

Environmental Conditions

  • Operating Temperature: 5°C to 35°C

  • Relative Humidity: 45% to 75%, non-condensing

Key Applications

  • GHS-Compliant Hazardous Materials Labeling

  • Logistics, Automotive and Pharmaceuticals: Supports batch printing with variable data for logistics and pharmaceutical applications.

Successful Implementations

The Microplex Solid T8 is trusted by industry leaders such as:

  • DOW Chemicals

  • Exxon Mobil

  • Clariant AG

  • Chevron Corporation

  • Lanxess AG

To understand how to incorporate these labels correctly into your organisation, see our guide to choosing the right GHS Hazard Warning label printer.