Hex Controller

MSSC Smart-Jet Hex with Smart-Jet Pro, Max and Reach Printheads

Overview

The MSSC Hex Thermal Inkjet Controller is a versatile, efficient and high-performance industrial inkjet printing system designed for high-resolution coding and marking on various surfaces. It supports up to six individual or stitched print heads, allowing for multi-line printing in a single pass, with up to a 6” maximum print height and the ability to print on two sides of a product or on two production lines at once. The system utilizes thermal inkjet technology, which ensures crisp and clear prints, making it ideal for barcodes, including both linear and 2D symbols, logos, and alphanumeric text.

Smart-Jet Printheads

Smart Jet TS PRO 4 cartridge holder

Smart-Jet Pro Printhead

  • Print Height: ½”
  • Ink Throw Distance: 0.2”
  • Number of Print Lines: up to 6
  • Max Print Resolution: 600×600 dpi
  • Max Print Speed: 249 FT/MIN @ 300×300 dpi
  • Ink Type: Aqueous or Solvent‐Based
  • Printability: Text, Image, Barcode, Counter, Box/lot, Shift code, Datetime, Expired date, Database, POD and Line
Smart Jet TS MAX 2 cartridge holder

Smart-Jet Max Printhead

  • Print Height: 1”
  • Ink Throw Distance: 0.2”
  • Number of Print Lines: up to 12
  • Max Print Resolution: 300×600 dpi
  • Max Print Speed: 131 FT/MIN @ 300×300 dpi
  • Ink Type: Aqueous or Solvent‐Based
  • Printability: Text, Image, Barcode, Counter, Box/lot, Shift code, Datetime, Expired date, Database, POD and Line
Smart Jet TS REACH 1 cartridge holder

Smart-Jet Reach Printhead

  • Print Height: ½”
  • Ink Throw Distance: 0.4”
  • Number of Print Lines: up to 6
  • Max Print Resolution: 300×600 dpi
  • Max Print Speed: 131 FT/MIN @ 300×300 dpi
  • Ink Type: MEK/Solvent‐Based
  • Printability: Text, Image, Barcode, Counter, Box/lot, Shift code, Datetime, Expired date, Database, POD and Line

Applications

The Smart-Jet Hex Controller is widely used in industries that require high-resolution, flexible, and reliable printing solutions for various substrates and materials, supporting diverse coding and marking needs from traceability to compliance.

  • Packaging and Labeling: Marking on both primary (individual product packaging) and secondary (shipping boxes or larger containers) packaging for traceability and identification. Including printing on cardboard boxes and cartons, including barcodes, QR codes, lot numbers, and expiration dates. 
  • Food and Beverage Industry: Marking expiration dates, best-before dates, batch numbers, and production dates on food and beverage products.
  • Pharmaceutical and Healthcare: Ensuring compliance with pharmaceutical regulations by printing unique serial numbers, lot codes, and other variable data on packaging for traceability and counterfeit prevention. Including printing barcodes and QR codes for product tracking, verification, and scanning in healthcare environments.
  • Logistics and Warehousing: Marking pallets, crates, or containers with inventory data for accurate tracking and management of stock.
  • Automotive and Manufacturing: Printing part numbers, serial codes, and production data on automotive components, tools, and machinery.
  • Electronics: Printing unique identifiers, batch numbers, and barcodes directly onto electronic components, circuit boards, or packaging for traceability and inventory control.
  • Building Materials: Printing on a variety of materials such as wood, metal, and plastic used in construction or manufacturing, including dimensions, production codes, and certification marks.
  • Personal Care Products: Printing product details, batch numbers, and expiration dates on personal care products such as shampoos, lotions, and cosmetics.
  • Chemical and Industrial Goods: Printing labels on drums, containers, or industrial packaging for hazardous materials, including warning symbols, safety instructions, and chemical identifiers.