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CT1000 Thermal Inkjet Printer
A compact, plug-and-play thermal inkjet coder built for operations that need reliable lot and date code printing without the complexity of a full industrial system. Up and running in minutes. Easy for any operator to use.
Is the CT1000 Printer right for your operation?
Good Fit
- You need to print lot codes, date codes, or barcodes on porous surfaces like corrugated cases, cartons, or kraft packaging.
- Your line runs up to 249 feet per minute, and your print content fits within a half-inch print height.
- You want an operator-friendly system with a built-in touchscreen — minimal training, no dedicated support required.
- You need 1D or 2D barcode printing — including Code 128, QR, Datamatrix, and GS1 Datamatrix formats.
May Not Be The Right Fit
- You need to print on non-porous or coated surfaces like glass, plastic, or foil — a different technology may perform better.
- Your content requires a print area taller than half an inch — multi-head configurations or a larger system may be needed.
- The printhead cannot be within 3-5mm of the print area.
- The products’ print surface area varies by more than 2-3mm.
Learn more about the CT100 Thermal Inkjet Printer
Expiry Coding
Data Matrix
1D and 2D Barcodes
Variable Text
Three Reasons Buyers Choose The CT1000 Printer
While reasons vary from customer to customer, these are the three main reasons buyers choose the CT1000 Thermal Inkjet Printer:
Operational – From Day One
The plug-and-play design and on-screen editor mean your team can set up messages, adjust layouts, and start printing without outside technical help. Most installations are operational the same day.
Print Quality That Scans
Up to 600 DPI resolution with support for all major 1D and 2D barcode formats — including GS1 Datamatrix. Codes that scan on the first pass, every time, at speeds up to 249 feet per minute.
Low Total Costs Of Ownership
Thermal inkjet technology is engineered for minimal maintenance. Optimized ink consumption and low consumable costs keep your operating expenses predictable — and your line running.
Technical Specifications
CT1000 – Specs at a Glance
| SPECIFICATIONS | DETAIL |
| Technology | Thermal Inkjet (TIJ) |
| Resolution | Up to 600 dpi |
| Print Speed | Up to 249 ft/min (76 m/min) at 300 DPI |
| Max Print Height | 0.5 in (12.7 mm) |
| Max Message Length | 4.9 ft (1.5 m) |
| Ink Throw Distance | 3–5 mm |
| Display | 3.5″ LCD touchscreen with optional remote monitoring |
| Print Density | Variable — 3 levels |
| Demensions | 4.7 × 3.3 × 3.5 in (120.6 × 86.1 × 90.5 mm) |
| Weight | 1.4 lbs (644.7 g) |
| Power Supply | AC 100V–240V, 50/60 Hz · DC 24V 2.5A |
| External Connections | Splitting D-sub connector (photoeye / encoder) |
| Database Compatibility | Text, CSV |
| Printable Characters | Windows True Fonts |
| Print Content Types | Text, Counter, Box/Lot, Date/Time, Expiry Date, Julian Date, Shift Code, Image, Database |
| Barcode Formats | Code 11, Code 39, Code 128, EAN, QR, Datamatrix, GS1 Datamatrix |
| Print Languages | English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Russian, Vietnamese, Thai, Turkish, Hebrew, Arabic |
Everything You Need to Evaluate the CT1000
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CT1000 Barcode Guide
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Not Sure The CT1000 Is Right For You?
Tell us what you’re printing on, how fast your line runs, and what your content requirements are. We’ll tell you straight — whether it’s the CT1000 or something else entirely.
Most consultations take 15 minutes or less. We’ll ask about your production needs and provide honest recommendations.