Press release submitted on behalf of Kyocera
Meteor Inkjet’s PDC-2K600EX drive electronics will support Kyocera’s new KJ4A-EX600RC-HX recirculating printhead for label and packaging embellishment applications.
Meteor Inkjet Ltd, a leading independent supplier of industrial inkjet printhead driving solutions, today announced that its PDC-2K600EX printhead drive electronics will support the new Kyocera KJ4A-EX600RC-HX recirculating printhead on its release, expected in November. OEMs and print system builders can integrate the new head using the same Meteor hardware, software and APIs they already rely on, removing much of the cost, time and risk involved in bringing new printing systems to market.
Designed for label and packaging applications, the new Kyocera printhead is particularly suited to demanding fluids used for embellishment, such as white ink, varnish and foil adhesives. Its internal recirculation technology maintains fluid flow close to the nozzles, helping to prevent pigment settling and fluid drying at the nozzles, while maintaining a consistent temperature. These capabilities help maintain reliable jetting and reduce maintenance when working with heavily pigmented or h...