JETx

Inkjet printer for mass production

PiXDRO JETx for optimum throughput, cost of ownership, product quality and reliability in 24/7 operation.

The PiXDRO JETx inkjet printer for mass production is SUSS MicroTec’s most advanced platform for printing functional materials. It features a modular architecture and can be configured for a wide range of applications.

The PiXDRO JETx is designed for 24/7 fully automated production, and is typically configured for processing large volumes of customer-specific products.

The PiXDRO JETx system has a granite base for superior stability and extremely high stage accuracy and printing precision, combined with high throughput and lowest cost of ownership. It is based on three standard platforms, the JETx-S, M und P, each system targeting specific application areas and product sizes.

Highlights

Modular architecture enables fast and reliable application-specific functionality

High reliability and productivity

Flexible process flow editor

Customizable configuration for best cost of ownership and process control

Compatible with solvent-based, aqueous, hot melt and UV-curable inks

Easy to operate and maintain

SUSS MicroTec PiXDRO JETx

 Main features and options

  • Multi-printhead arrays
  • Multiple ink supply systems
  • Recirculating ink supply for nano-particle inks
  • In-line UV, photonic and NIR pinning and curing
  • Advanced fiducial and substrate alignment
  • Print inspection stations
  • Downflow control for clean environment
  • Glovebox integration for inert environment
  • Automatic substrate handling
  • Connectivity to other processing equipment
  • Temperature-controlled substrate chuck
  • Multi-lane substrate handling
  • MES interface for factory automation
Options

Software package

For conversion to inkjet printable format

The Advanced Gerber File Rasterizer for PiXDRO inkjet printers enables conversion of Gerber files to an inkjet bitmap format. The software package supports the printing of masking layers, interconnection circuits, encapsulation coatings and many other applications.

Typically, the conversion of a vector (Gerber) file to a bitmap print file can cause rounding and pixelization errors. The Advanced Gerber File Rasterizer minimizes these errors, and can conserve the minimum feature sizes of the original design. The software package is specifically designed for LP50, IP410 and JETx inkjet printers.

Example of an vector to bitmap error

Your benefits:

  • Specifically designed for PiXDRO inkjet printers, based on extensive functional inkjet experience
  • State-of-the-art Gerber RIP
  • Extremely fast and robust, enabling on-the-fly file conversion
  • Precise, high resolution conversion
  • User-friendly interface

Main features and options

  • Droplet Size Compensation: prevents lines from becoming too wide, and gaps from becoming too small
  • Ink Coverage Control: controls the ink density along the print periphery and within the interior
  • Narrow Line Recovery: narrow lines with dimensions close to the dropsize could disappear during Gerber file conversion, but will be recovered by this function
  • Expert Mode: all commands and options are accessible in the print recipe
  • Independent X-Y DPI: can apply different resolutions for the X and Y axes

Optional Software Module

Software package to quickly define the optimal print settings

Automated Print Optimization (APO) is an optional software module for the PiXDRO LP50 inkjet printer that enables quick and effective definition of the optimal print settings.

APO software is designed for process developers who want to investigate various ink materials and substrates, and who need to define the best print settings to achieve their goals. APO unlocks the full potential of the printer by providing quick access to the various advanced print strategies.

The automated print routine generates a matrix of patterns on a substrate based on the variation of pre-selected input parameters, enabling operators to rapidly find the optimal settings for their application.

Benefits of Automated Print Optimization

  • Enables the highest possible print quality
  • Allows fast and effective print quality analysis
  • Runs independently, allowing more analysis time
  • Automatic variations of all available parameters
  • Results are directly visible for inspection

Main features

  • Supports all printheads and parameters
  • Matches print and waveform settings with required layer properties
  • Optimizes drop flow behavior
  • Simulates nozzle failures in different masking strategies
  • Monitors process stability over time
  • User-friendly reporting format
Printheads & Cartridges

UV LED module

Precise printing and curing in one process step

The KM1024i printhead with Phoseon UV LED curing module is an optional feature for the LP50 and IP410 inkjet printers. The UV LED module is integrated in the printhead assembly, mounted next to the printhead, enabling precise printing and curing in one movement. It gives users high flexibility and control in tuning their processes. The KM1024i printhead family provides reliable high frequency, high resolution printing in a compact design. Every printhead has 1024 nozzles with tunable drop sizes, nominal at 6, 14 or 32 pL. The Phoseon Fireline FL200 light sources are water-cooled UV LED modules, delivering superior UV curing performance and stability, with a choice of wavelengths at 365, 385, 395 or 405 nm.

Your benefits

  • Printing and curing in one movement for high process control and accuracy
  • Excellent consistency regarding drop angle deviation, velocity and volume
  • Suitable for UV, water-based, solvent, ceramic or nano-particle inks
  • Choice of water-cooled Phoseon UV LED sources, with wavelengths at 365, 385, 395 or 405 nm
  • Adjustable UV power up to 20 W/cm2, controllable via the printer’s user interface

Main features and options

  • Print Head Assembly (PHA) interface for LP50 and IP410 inkjet printers, and for JS20 storage station
  • Supports all KM1024i printheads with configurable waveform
  • Available with built-in electrical ink heater
  • Curing dose calculation for UV intensity parameter
  • Integrated water chiller for UV LED cooling, or external water cooling supply
  • Anti-reflective features to eliminate UV reflection on printhead and other components

Disposable cartridge for PiXDRO LP50 / PiXDRO IP410

Low-cost testing without compromise

The DMC module is upgradable on PiXDRO LP50 system with software version 4.3.1 and higher.

The optional PiXDRO DMC module is completely integrated and can be controlled via the printer’s user interface software just like other heads. It is compatible with all available disposable cartridges for 1 and 10 pL drop sizes.

Main DMC cartridge specifications:

  • 16 nozzles, 254 μm nozzle pitch, single row, 1.5 ml ink capacity
  • Compatible with all available DMC cartridges (DMC-11601, DMC-11610, DMCLCP-11601, DMCLCP-11610)

Your benefits:

  • Versatile waveform control for multi-pulse waveforms
  • Direct access to jetting parameters
  • Individual nozzle enable/disable
  • Ink tank lighting for easy readout of ink level
  • Heated printhead with temperature control up to 60°C
  • Accurate printhead rotation
  • Easy, fast and accurate changeover between printheads and inks
  • Compatible with Advanced Drop Analysis (ADA)
Downloads
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