Exceptional throughput

on even the most

complex jobs

Binary Array Inkjet

BX Series
 Versatile, dependable,
high-speed digital
printing for increased
productivity

Throughput is the name of the game. Get up and running quickly and keep
The more jobs you can print and the performing
faster you get them done, the greater
• A computer-initiated clean start-up sequence minimizes manual
your potential profits.
operator procedures and gets into print mode in a matter of minutes
The Videojet BX6500 provides one printhead with a 2-inch
• Printer shut down is just as simple, with one mouse click doing nearly
(51mm) print band running at speeds up to 1970 feet/minute
all the work
(600mpm). For even greater throughput, the BX6600 offers a
dual-head configuration operating off a single print engine. • An automatic phasing process optimizes print quality and uptime
That’s four continuous inches (102mm) to print graphics and text without any operator intervention
in a single pass. The heads can also be separated for printing on
• An economical and efficient use of solvent is driven by an integrated
different areas of the target piece.
temperature-controlled viscometer and solvent condenser

Prints on your choice of substrates

Versatility A wide variety of fast drying inks are available, ranging from low VOC
Native 128 x 128 dpi and up to 128 x 256 dpi (with an encoder acetone to MEK. This allows expanded print capabilities including jobs
adjustment) resolution delivers solid print quality for addresses, printed on aqueous coated, UV coated and other difficult-to-print high
maps, graphics, promotional messages and a wide range of gloss stocks. Videojet fluids are designed for optimum performance,
other applications. providing reduced operating costs, increased uptime and maximum
print quality.
• Basic addressing of mail and more complex printing of variable
graphics, logos and 2D barcodes • Unassisted dry time of one second eliminates dryers and their
associated high energy costs
• Delivers unparalleled value and flexibility for printing on difficult
substrates such as glossy stock and UV coatings • Red, green and blue inks enable the addition of color to print jobs

• Specialty inks allow for printing on plastic cards and unmatched

barcode readability
 High-speed digital printing
The BX printer clocks in at speeds up to 1970 feet per minute (600 mpm)
and is ready to take on your fastest jobs whether installed on a web,
rewinder, mail transport or other high-speed piece of equipment. For
example, on select transports with in-line automatic mail sorting features,
this speed capability can translate to over 50,000 mail pieces per hour.
Addressing, variable graphics and barcodes – the BX6500/6600 Series
delivers a perfect balance of image quality and high-speed to meet your
application needs.

A simple-to-use powerful user High reliability plus durability equals

interface high productivity
Videojet’s Crescendo Controller is a simple to navigate operator The BX6500/6600 Series printheads are built to last and not be
interface that comes standard with password protected sign-in “consumable” items. Designed to last the life of the system, BX printheads
levels to ensure appropriate access. have no hour meter and do not require replacing or refurbishing.

• A single Crescendo Controller can control one or two BX • BX6500/6600 series printers are designed to withstand the most rugged
6500/6600 cabinets with up to four printheads applications

• Dual job capability to place each head on a separate • Corrosion- and solvent-resistant stainless steel IP5X-rated cabinet and
line – both controlled by one Crescendo controller – or printhead nozzles
complete a single job in half the time

• PDF proofing for easy customer review and approval

• Popular bar codes including Intelligent Mail® Package Barcode

(IMpb) and Quick Response (QR) code.
Flexible configurations and universal compatibility
The BX6500/6600 Series printers can be used as standalone printers or as part of an in-line printing
application. They can be integrated with a variety of production equipment such as web presses,
bindery or packaging lines.

• Compact printhead design, 19.7 foot (6m) umbilical and the ability to print in any angle
(360° rotation)

• Print on just about any substrate in just about every in-line application imaginable

• Portable enough to roll from job to job as necessary

• Capable of being driven by third party controllers

Enhance your existing BX

The availability of the BX6500/6600 models presents the opportunity to upgrade existing
BX6300/6400 units.

• Upgrade requires replacing an existing BX controller with the Crescendo controller and switching
out certain printer engine circuit boards

• The result is an enhanced BX printing system that allows you to not only save time through
additional controller features, but also the ability to take on more complex and demanding jobs
Videojet® BX Series
Binary Array Inkjet
Print specifications Fluid system
Resolution One per head, enabling multiple colors on a multi-head printer configuration
128 x 256 dpi (in the direction of travel) Special purpose inks
128 x 128 @ 1970fpm (600mpm), image dependent Black MEK versions for optimized bar code readability and additional plastic card adhesion
Print speed Optional accessories
1970fpm (600mpm), image dependent Stand alone mount
Print height Stand alone cleaning station
Product detector
2 inches (51mm) per printhead, up to two printheads per cabinet
Shaft encoder
Graphics Alarm beacon
Feeder control cables, detector, mount
Multiple formats including, but not limited to: jpg, bmp, gif, pcx, etc.
LAN switch
Fonts Multi-cabinet cables
Most Windows® TrueType® and OpenType (with TrueType outline) fonts; .SPF fonts
(exported from BX 63/64 system) Electrical and environmental
Barcodes Power requirements
220 - 240 VAC 50/60 Hz or 120 VAC; 50/60 Hz, Single Phase
Linear: Code39, Code128, EAN128, ITF, EAN8, UPCa, UPCe, Codabar, GS1-128, Intelligent
Mail® barcode, Royal Mail, KIX, Australia Post, Intelligent Mail® package barcode, EAN13 Current draw
2D: PDF417, DataMatrix, German Premium Address, GS1 DataMatrix QR Code
8A (240V), 16A (120V)
Rotation Operating temperature
Barcodes: 90 degree intervals
40° F (4°C) to 100° F (38°C)
Text and graphics: any angle
Print band orientation Humidity range
10% - 80% RH non-condensing
Normal, Invert, Reverse, Invert and Reverse
Printhead control Cabinet rating
IP5X
One Crescendo can drive one or two BX 6500/6600 cabinets (up to four printheads)
Throw distance Ventilation
Recommended at the printhead
1/16 inch - 1/4 inch
Applicable substrates Mechanical
Porous paper, aqueous & UV coated paper, most plastics, certain glass and metals; other Cabinet dimensions
unique surfaces have been tested 41 inches (104.1cm) H x 19.7 inches (50.0cm) W x 23.6 inches D (60.0cm)
Controller and software Printhead Dimensions
Processor 12.8 inches (32.5cm) H x 3.94 inches (10.0cm) W x 4.33 inches D (11.0cm)
Intel Processor Cabinet material
Memory 304 Stainless steel
4GB (minimum) Printhead material
Operating system 305 Stainless steel
Windows® 10 IoT Enterprise Positive air
Hard drive 40/80 psi (15/30 liters) min. consumption
500GB (minimum) Umbilical
Network 19.7 feet (6m) in length
2 x 1GB LAN connections
Dimensions
Software
Integrated suite for configuration, maintenance, layout, and printing data; standard
Videojet IO Box
Languages
Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish
Diagnostic software
InspectorTM – provides monitoring of a variety of operational parameters and manual
override capabilities (optional)
Data formats
Fixed Field, Fixed Record, Delimited, Multiline, CSV, TEX, TX2, MDB, DBF, JS2

Fluids
Capacity
5.3 liter permanent reservoirs for ink and make-up
Ink types
Ink Types
MEK, Acetone, Acetone/Ethanol blend
Ink colors
Black
Red, Blue, Green (Acetone/Ethanol only)
Peace of mind comes as standard
Videojet Technologies is a world-leader in the product identification
market, providing in-line printing, coding, and marking products,
application specific fluids, and product life cycle services.
Our goal is to partner with our customers in the consumer Our customers rely on Videojet products to print on over
packaged goods, pharmaceutical, and industrial goods ten billion products daily. Customer sales, application,
industries to improve their productivity, to protect and service, and training support is provided by direct operations
grow their brands, and to stay ahead of industry trends with over 4,000 team members in 26 countries worldwide.
and regulations. With our customer application experts and In addition, Videojet’s distribution network includes more
technology leadership in Continuous Inkjet (CIJ), Thermal than 400 distributors and OEMs, serving 135 countries.
Inkjet (TIJ), Laser Marking, Thermal Transfer Overprinting
(TTO), case coding and labeling, and wide array printing,
Videojet has more than 345,000 printers installed worldwide.

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