Features & Specifications
The Anser A1 is a cost-effective coding solution that excels at creating large, high-contrast markings. Compatible with numerous ink types, the Anser A1 can complete product marking applications as well as case coding tasks on diverse materials.
The Anser A1 has slots for both HP and IUT cartridges. HP cartridges are ideal for high-speed and high-resolution marking tasks, while IUT cartridges are better suited for large-scale printing applications. The A1’s dual-cartridge compatibility expands user ink options, enabling operators to find the ideal formula for their needs.
This table details the main differences between A1-compatible HP and IUT cartridges:
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| Features | Cartridges | IUT Cartridges |
| Print Height | 0.5” | 1” |
| Throw Distance | 6 mm | 6 mm |
| Print Speed | 300 m/min | 150 m/min |
| Resolution | 600 DPI | 300 DPI |
| Formula Options | Water-based inksSolvent-based inksUV inksInvisible inks | Water-based inksSolvent-based inks |
Users can also stitch the Anser A1’s two cartridge slots together to create 2” high markings. Print output at a height of 2” is ideal for shipping cartons, offering users a low-cost alternative to physical case labels.
Beyond dual cartridge capabilities, the Anser A1 offers many other benefits as well, including:
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The Anser A1 is a cost-effective TIJ that excels at slow-to-moderate product marking applications and case-coding tasks. Thanks to the A1’s wide ink compatibility and versatile coding abilities, this thermal inkjet printer is well-suited for numerous industries, including:
- Food packaging
- Beverage bottling and canning
- Chemical manufacturing
- Cosmetic product manufacturing
- Cannabis and CBD production
- Pet food manufacturing
- Metal pipe production
- Wire and cable extrusion
- Plastic and metal extrusion
- Electrical component production
- Pharmaceutical production
- Case coding in all industries
The A1 can print 2” high codes at a maximum resolution of 600 DPI. These specifications are ideal for case-coding tasks. For product-marking applications, the A1 can create 300 DPI codes at a rate of 300 m/min and 150 DPI codes at 150 m/min. A1 users can select multiple DPI settings for a single print task to reduce overall cost-per-print while ensuring that certain elements meet readability/scannability requirements.
Popular code formats include:
- Alphanumeric text
- Images
- Logos
- Barcodes
- QR codes
- Dynamic date/time codes
The chart below lists the Anser A1’s full technical specifications:
| Specification | Anser A1 Thermal Inkjet Printer |
| Printing Technology | High-resolution thermal inkjet |
| Cartridge Support | HP & IUT |
| Display | - 5” color LCD capacitive touchscreen 480 x 800 (portrait)- Compatible with most medical and industrial gloves |
| General Print Height | 0.5”- Single Printhead: 12.7mm (0.5 in)- Stitch Printheads: 12.7mm x 2 @ 24.75mm (0.98 in)1.0”- Single Printhead: 25.4mm (1.0 in)- Stitch Printheads: 25.4mm x 2 @ 48.7mm (1.92 in) |
| Maximum Print Resolution | 600 DPI |
| Maximum Print Speed | 300 m/min with HP cartridge & 150 m/min with IUT cartridge |
| Maximum Print Distance | 6mm |
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| Font Type | True Type Fonts: Amiri-Regular, Arimo-Regular, DejaVuSans, NotoSans-Regular, OCR-B, OpenSans-Regular, and Sarabun-RegularOpen Type Fonts: NotoSansCJKtc-Medium, NotoSansKR-Regular, NotoSansJP-Regular, and NotoSans SC-Regular |
| System Language | Arabic, Bulgarian, Serbian, Czech, German, English, Spanish, French, Korean, Italian, Hungarian, Dutch, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Romanian, Slovak, Swedish, Thai, Vietnamese, Turkish, Chinese Traditional, and Chinese Simplified |
| 1D and 2D Barcodes | EAN-8, EAN-13, EAN-14, EAN128, UPCA, UPCE, CODE39, CODE128, ITF14 (SCC-14), NVE18 (SSCC18), INTER25, CODABAR, PDF417, DATAMATRIX, QR code, GS1 (DataMatrix, DataBar, DataBar EXP, DataBar-Limited, DataBar-Limited Composite, DataBar-Stacked, DataBar-Stacked Composite, QR code), DUN14, and Aztec Code |
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| Communication Protocols | Modbus TCP IP / UDP, Modbus RTU 485 |
| Dimensions | 169.8mm (L) x 136mm (H) x 125mm (W)(6.69 in x 5.35 in x 4.92 in) |
| Weight | 1.8kg (3.97lb) w/o guide plate |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 0% ~ 90% RH, non-condensing |
