idJET Umbilical

Flexible direct case coding for demanding installations

Unlike an integrated printer, idJET Umbilical separates the printhead from the main cabinet. This makes it a practical solution when space around the coding point is limited, when the printhead must be positioned independently, or when a more flexible mounting arrangement is required.

Use it for direct-to-box coding, outer-case identification, traceability information and variable production data close to the point of packing or dispatch.

Key features

Separate cabinet and remote printhead

The printhead is separated from the electronic cabinet, giving you more freedom to position the coding head around the production line.

Flexible installation positioning

Ideal for restricted spaces, vertical installations and applications where the printhead needs to be positioned independently from the main unit.

High-resolution large-character coding

Print clear text, barcodes, logos and variable production data directly onto cases, cartons and suitable industrial products.

Monochrome or duo printing modes

Select a monochrome or duo configuration to match the coding and visual requirements of your application.

Touchscreen message management

Create, preview and manage messages at the production line through the integrated touchscreen interface.

Print the information each case needs

idJET Umbilical supports on-demand coding, allowing information to be updated between batches, products or customer orders without changing packaging artwork.

Typical print content includes:

• Batch, lot and production codes.
• Best-before and use-by dates.
• Product references and traceability information.
• Barcodes and variable data.
• Large characters for outer cases.
• Logos, text and simple graphics.
• Shipping and logistics identification.

Direct coding can help reduce reliance on pre-printed case variants and labels where the application is suitable.

Code on porous and selected non-porous materials

With the appropriate ink and application setup, idJET Umbilical can be specified for a range of porous and selected non-porous materials.

Typical porous materials

• Cardboard and corrugated cases.
• Paper.
• Wood.

Typical non-porous applications

• Aluminium.
• Steel and other selected metals.
• Tinplate.
• Polystyrene.

Final print performance depends on the substrate, surface finish, code size, line speed, print orientation and ink selection. We recommend testing the actual material before confirming the configuration.

When should you choose idJET Umbilical?

Choose idJET Umbilical when the coding point is difficult to access with an integrated printer, or when your line needs more flexibility in the position of the printhead.

It is particularly suitable when:

• Installation space is restricted.
• The printhead needs to be mounted away from the main cabinet.
• The head needs to move on a guide.
• The application requires inverted or non-standard orientation.
• You need direct case coding without adding labels.

For a single, integrated printer and a fixed printhead position, explore idJET Compact.