CERAMIC DIGITAL INKJET PRINTER

CERAMIC DIGITAL INKJET PRINTER

1. Introduction

A ceramic digital inkjet printer is a machine that uses digital inkjet technology to directly print inorganic ceramic inks onto the surface of green tiles or glazed tiles before firing.

Thach Quang specializes in supplying periodic replacement parts and consumables for digital printing systems in ceramic tile & porcelain production, helping manufacturers ensure stable operation and optimize production costs.

🔧 Product Categories:

• Printheads (various popular models)
• Ink filtration systems (Filters, Capsules, Membranes)
• Ink pumps, valves, and tubing
• Printhead maintenance kits (Wipers, Caps, Cleaning kits)
• Electrical & control components (Boards, Sensors, Encoders)
• Cleaning solutions & other consumables

📞 Contact Thach Quang today for expert consultation and the most suitable solutions tailored to your production needs.

The system operates based on:

• High-resolution industrial piezo printheads (Piezoelectric Drop-on-Demand)
• Digitized image control via RIP software
• Ceramic inks capable of withstanding high firing temperatures (≥ 1,100–1,250°C)

Ceramic digital inkjet printers are core equipment in modern ceramic tile production lines, replacing:

• Traditional screen printing
• Roller (rotogravure) printing

2. Technical Specifications

Printhead

• Printhead brands: Seiko / Xaar / Dimatix (depending on machine configuration)
• Number of printheads: 12 – 16 – 24 heads
• Nozzles: 512 – 1,024 – 1,536
• Drop size: 6 – 50 pl
• Printing resolution: 360 – 720 dpi

Ceramic Ink

• Ink type: Inorganic ceramic ink
• Colors: CMYK + White + Effect inks (optional)
• Ink viscosity: 8 – 20 cps (at 25°C, depending on printhead type)
• Ink system: Continuous circulation system

Printing Size & Tile Specifications

• Maximum printing width:
  • Standard tiles: 300 – 1,200 mm
  • Slabs: up to 1,600 mm
• Tile length: Unlimited (conveyor-based)
• Tile thickness: 6 – 25 mm

Speed & Productivity

• Printing speed:
  • 25 – 45 m/min (standard tiles)
  • 15 – 30 m/min (slabs)
• Productivity: Depends on the number of printheads
• Operational stability: Continuous 24/7 printing

Control System

• Controller: PLC + CNC controller
• CPU: High-performance industrial CPU
• Software: Dedicated ceramic RIP software
• Interface: Touch-screen HMI

3. Main Applications in the Ceramic Tile Industry

🔹 Surface Decoration Printing

• Marble and granite patterns
• Wood grain, cement, metallic effects
• Complex decorative designs with smooth color gradients

🔹 Multi-Layer Printing & Special Effects

• Base layer + texture + effect printing
• White ink printing
• Special effects:
  • Gloss / matte / embossed effects
  • Metallic effects