Inkjet box printer from NasaJet^®

Powerful, cost-effective, and flexible solutions for modern packaging

In today’s fast-paced manufacturing and packaging environment, clear, accurate, and flexible box printing is no longer optional—it’s essential. An inkjet box printer, particularly those based on TIJ (Thermal Inkjet) technology, has become one of the most reliable solutions for printing text, barcodes, QR codes, logos, and variable data directly onto boxes and cartons.

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Printing and labelling concrete with inkjet guns (hand printers)

Modern hand printers (inkjet guns) are ideal when it comes to labelling large objects and components quickly, effectively and cost-effectively. Concrete printing is therefore time-saving and economical.
The required print data is created and saved directly in the device. In particular, the automated creation of consecutive serial numbers is ideal for marking components at the production site so that they can be quickly assigned again on the construction site. However, printing barcodes or QR codes is also easily possible with a handheld printer. This allows further metadata about a component to be attached to the product itself. The exact print location can be freely selected or changed at short notice if required. Existing labelling on concrete can be added easily and inexpensively with a hand printer. Rounded or curved surfaces (pipes) are no problem for a hand printer as it is guided along the object. The porous surface of concrete is also no problem, as the actual printing is contactless (inkjet technology).

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What Is an Inkjet Box Printer?

An inkjet box printer is a non-contact printing device designed to mark information directly onto packaging materials such as:

• Corrugated boxes
• Cartons
• Kraft paper
• Coated and uncoated packaging surfaces

Unlike traditional labeling systems, inkjet box printers eliminate the need for labels by printing directly on the box, reducing cost, waste, and production steps.

Most modern box printers use Thermal Inkjet (TIJ) technology, which is known for its high resolution, compact design, and low maintenance requirements.

Understanding TIJ Inkjet Technology

TIJ (Thermal Inkjet) technology works by heating ink inside a cartridge to create microscopic droplets that are precisely fired onto the surface. Originally developed for office printers, TIJ has been adapted for industrial coding and marking applications due to its reliability and print quality.

Key Features of TIJ Inkjet Printers

• High-resolution printing (up to 600 DPI)
• Sharp text, barcodes, and graphics
• No external pumps or air supply
• Clean, cartridge-based ink system
• Minimal maintenance and downtime

These features make TIJ ideal for box printing, case coding, and secondary packaging marking.

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Types of Inkjet Box Printers

1. Fixed TIJ Box Printers

These are installed directly onto:

• Conveyor lines
• Packaging machines
• Production lines

They automatically print on boxes as they pass by, making them perfect for high-volume industrial operations.

Common uses:

• Outer case coding
• Batch and lot marking
• Barcodes and QR codes
• Logos and regulatory information

. Handheld Inkjet Box Printers

A handheld inkjet box printer is a portable TIJ marking device that allows operators to manually print on boxes anywhere in the facility.

Advantages of handheld TIJ printers:

• Total portability
• Ideal for warehouses and logistics
• No conveyor required
• Perfect for low-to-medium volume printing
• Easy to operate with minimal training

Handheld inkjet printers are especially popular for on-demand box marking, rework situations, and printing on oversized or stationary cartons.

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Benefits of an inkjet box printer

An inkjet box printer based on TIJ technology offers numerous advantages for modern marking and packaging processes. Thanks to high-resolution thermal inkjet printing, text, barcodes, QR codes, logos, and variable data can be printed directly onto corrugated boxes and cartons with exceptional clarity. The sharp print quality ensures reliable barcode readability and a professional appearance, which is especially important for logistics, retail, and branded packaging.

Another key benefit is flexibility. TIJ inkjet box printers allow print content such as batch numbers, expiration dates, serial numbers, and shipping information to be changed quickly and easily in real time. This makes them ideal for dynamic production environments, frequent product changes, and customized packaging. Both fixed TIJ marking systems installed on conveyors and handheld inkjet printers provide maximum versatility, enabling printing without complex setup or mechanical adjustments.

Inkjet box printers are also highly cost-effective. By printing directly onto the box, there is no need for labels, ribbons, or stamping systems, which significantly reduces consumable costs and waste. The cartridge-based TIJ ink system requires minimal maintenance, as there are no pumps, hoses, or compressed air systems involved. This results in less downtime, simpler operation, and lower total cost of ownership.

In addition, TIJ inkjet box printers are easy to use and quick to integrate into existing workflows. Their compact design, intuitive touch-screen controllers, and compatibility with production lines or manual operations make them a practical solution for manufacturers, warehouses, and logistics providers seeking efficient, reliable, and future-ready box printing.

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Inkjet Box Printers vs Traditional Coding Methods

Feature	Inkjet Box Printer (TIJ)	Labels	Stamping
Print Quality	High resolution (up to 600 DPI)	High	Low
Flexibility	Excellent (variable data, real-time changes)	Medium	Low
Consumables	Ink cartridges only	Labels + ink	Ink pads
Maintenance	Very low	Medium	High
Automation Ready	Yes	Limited	No

NasaJet® marking systems as inkjet box printers

For large production quantities and existing production lines, we offer an integrable, stationary solution for industrial labelling. The NasaJet® NJ-2000 marking system is the simple and economical solution for printing boxes directly on the production line or everywhere. The print head can be installed directly on the production line independently of the control unit and can be connected to existing cycle generators (optical sensor, etc.). Here too, almost any print options are available - text, numbers, serial numbers, codes and graphics can be printed on boxes and carton.

We will be happy to answer any questions you may have about our NasaJet® systems for printing, labelling, marking or to demonstrate the NasaJet® to you in person.