CoPilot Max

Hi-Resolution Printer

Run up to two 2.8″ print heads from a single controller
Print up to 2.8″ of hi-resolution characters, razor-sharp text, scannable bar codes and great looking logos at 360 dpi
CoPilot Max’s 4.3″ full color touchscreen provides access to the system’s internal messages and print functions

Bigger Print, Better Print

Squid Ink’s CoPilot® Max printing system is designed to print superior quality hi-resolution characters on porous or non-porous surfaces. For applications that require immediate dry times on non-porous surfaces, the CoPilot Max also has the capability to run UV LED curable inks. Up to 2.8″ of print height per printhead and the ability to run up to 2 printheads from one controller, the CoPilot Max offers a versatile, yet cost effective solution for your coding and marking applications.

Make Your Mark

CoPilot Max utilizes Squid Ink’s revolutionary active ink system, allowing users the ability to tilt or rotate the printhead in any direction without making height adjeustments to the ink supply. The system prints hi-resolution characters, razor-sharp text, scannable bar codes and great looking logos at up to 360 dpi, nearly twice the resolution of competitive printers in its class.

Increased Performance

The CoPilot Max controller features increased processing power to print the message you want, when you want to print them. Faster GUI response time and near immediate message rendering time allows the CoPilot 500 to keep up with demands of your fast-paced manufacting environment.

Affordable Product Coding

The CoPilot Max lets users meet the GS1 barcode specification for less. CoPilot Max consumable costs are typically 1/10 of the cost of paper labels and estimate pre-printed cartons and SKU’s of label inventory. Any way you look at it, Squid Ink’s CoPilot Max provides users with an affordable solution to meet their ink jet coding needs.

CoPilot Max's revolutionary active ink system allows conversion to downshooter mode in seconds.

Squid Ink's proven inks and fluids are available in large 500ml no-mess cartridges.

The CoPilot Max utilizes oil-based, solvent-based or UV curable inks for printing on a wide range of porous or non-porous substrates.

A 4.3" full color touchscreen provides access to the systems internal messages and print functions.

Squid Ink is a GS1 US Solution Partner, dedicated to helping businesses implement GS1 standards.

Benefits

BENEFITS OF THE COPILOT 500

Print up to two 2.8″ print heads from a single controller
Print up to 2.8″ of hi-resolution characters, razor-sharp text, scannable bar codes and great looking logos at 360 dpi
CoPilot’s 4.3″ full color touchscreen provides access to the system’s internal messages and print functions
Compatible with Squid Ink’s easy-to-use Orion™ message creation PC software

System

SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Print Technology – Piezo impulse printhead technology
Maximum Print Height – 2.8″ (7.1 cm) per printhead, 5.6″ (14.2 cm) total
Vertical Print Resolution – 360 dpi capable of printing razor-sharp graphics, small characters text and scannable bar codes
Horizontal Print Resolution – 150 dpi or 300 dpi
Print Speed – Up to 220 ft/min at 150 dpi; Up to 100 ft/min at 300 dpi
Time & Date – Internal real-time clock with battery back-up
Product Sensor – External photocell or optional encoder
Communication Interface – One USB host and one Ethernet input
Touchscreen – 4.3″ (10.9 cm) full color touchscreen display
Ink Cartridge Volume – 500ml cartridge
Low Ink Indicator – Status alert on touchscreen; LED light beacon optional
Substrate Capabilities – Porous or Non-porous surfaces
Electrical Requirements – 100 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 216VA maximum
Operating Environment – 34ºF – 104ºF (1º – 40ºC)
Agency Certifications – CE, TUV, FCC, UL, CSA

Software

SOFTWARE SPECIFICATIONS

Time & Date – Full time and date functionality including expiration date and Julian Dates
Item Numbering – Sixteen counters, one of which can be a daily counter and production counter
Shift Codes – Four programmable shift codes with automatic rollover
Bar Codes – All standard bar codes including 2D
Fonts – Arial, Arial Bold, Arial International, Arial Monospaced, Courier, Tahoma Bold and Lucida resident fonts for use in variable data elements. Static elements in any Windows® font
Logos – Most image files supported with Orion Graphical Interface Software
Printing Features – Reverse, invert, rotate, repeat, print on/off button
Message Length – Up to 120″ (3.05 m)
Number of Messages – 1GB storage space will store approximately 1000+ messages
Ink Usage – Shown in Orion™ PC Software
User Data Prompts – Prompts for user input at start of print job by manual input on touchscreen
Wireless Connectivity – For wireless connection between PC or tablet and printer controller
Database Capability – Ethernet communication protocol for external communication
Languages – English, Spanish, German, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Polish

Optional Accessories

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Encoder – For operation with variable speed conveyors
Bar Code Laser Scanner – Allows scan and print message retrieval
External Light Beacon – Indicates low ink levels
Wireless USB Device and Router – For wireless connectivity
Windows Tablet – Pre-loaded with Orion software; includes mounting bracket with swivel arm, USB to Ethernet cable and stylus
Conveyor Mounting Bracket – Provides stable mount to conveyor or other material handling equipment
Floorstand – Includes mounting brackets and legs with leveling feet; 59″ (1.5m) total height
Spring Loaded Printhead Bracket – Provides consistent throw distance with inconsistent boxes or products
Starter Kit – Includes ink, cleaner and flush solution, printhead wipes, hand cleaner and latex gloves

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Why Choose Adaptive?

Adaptive is an authorized distributor of Squid Ink coding and marking systems, providing customers with direct access to both equipment and all required inks, solvents and consumables. Purchasing through Adaptive simplifies the process by giving you a single, reliable source for everything needed to keep your Squid Ink system running consistently and efficiently.

In addition to distribution and consumables, Adaptive can support integration into existing or new production lines when required. Integration services – such as mounting, controls coordination and system communication – are available as a separate, scoped service, ensuring flexibility based on your specific needs.