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Videojet 1280 CIJ Printer India | High-Speed Batch & Expiry Date Coding at 278 m/min
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The Videojet 1280 is Videojet’s high-speed CIJ printer for demanding FMCG, beverage, and industrial production lines — delivering batch codes, expiry dates, MRP, and barcodes at up to 278 m/min with a single printhead. Trusted by Indian manufacturers for its SIMPLICiTY touchscreen interface, SmartCartridge ink delivery, and IP55-rated reliability in harsh production environments.
Is the Videojet 1280 the right model for your production n line?
- Choose the 1280 for high-speed lines: prints a single line at up to 278 m/min — the right choice for fast-moving beverage, water, wire & cable, and high-throughput FMCG lines
- Choose the 1280 for longer umbilical reach: 3m umbilical (vs 2m on the 1240) provides more flexibility in line integration, particularly on wide conveyors or multi-head setups
- Choose the 1280 for high-speed workflow expansion: optional Extended Speed Workflow Module unlocks maximum 278 m/min performance with Scan2Print for advanced production line integration
- Consider the Videojet 1240 instead if: your line speed is moderate (up to 162 m/min) and simplicity is the priority — the 1240 delivers the same SIMPLICiTY interface at a lower total cost for single-shift operations
Key Features
- High-speed single-head printing at 278 m/min: the fastest single-head CIJ printer in the SIMPLICiTY range — for high-throughput FMCG, beverage, and industrial lines
- SIMPLICiTY 8-inch touchscreen: tablet-like interface with on-board ‘How-to’ videos reduces training time and coding errors
- SmartCartridge ink delivery: no-mess, no-spill ink change; no waste; no operator error — designed for fast, clean cartridge swaps on the production floor
- SmartCell preventative maintenance: user-performed maintenance without tools; reduces planned maintenance downtime and service costs
- IP55-rated stainless steel cabinet: protects electronics from dust, water, and production environment ingress — suited for harsh Indian manufacturing conditions
- Prints up to 5 lines, 250+ messages: prints batch number, expiry date, MRP, shift code, and product ID simultaneously in one pass
- Extended Speed Workflow Module (optional): unlock maximum 278 m/min speed performance for the fastest production lines with Scan2Print integration
Applications Suitable for Videojet 1280
- Pharmaceuticals: Batch number, expiry date, MRP, and 2D barcodes on pharmaceutical vials, blister packs, and cartons — compliant with CDSCO requirements under the Drugs & Cosmetics Act.
- Food & Beverage: FSSAI-mandated expiry dates, MFD dates, batch codes, and MRP on glass bottles, PET bottles, flexible pouches, aluminium cans, and paperboard cartons across Indian food and beverage lines.
- FMCG & Consumer Goods: Batch code, MFD, expiry date, and MRP on plastic containers, tubes, pouches, and FMCG secondary packaging — Legal Metrology compliant printing for Indian retail distribution.
- Wire, Cable & Pipe: Continuous metre marking, specification data, and lot codes on wire, cable, and pipe extrusions at high extrusion line speed — a primary India market for the 1280’s high-speed capability.
- Dairy: MFD, best-before date, batch code, and MRP on milk pouches, cartons, curd cups, and dairy packaging — with condensation-penetrating inks for chilled dairy production lines.
- Manufacturing & Industrial: Part identification, serial numbers, compliance codes, and lot numbers on metal parts, plastic components, rubber, and industrial packaging — for automotive, engineering, and industrial manufacturers in India.
Videojet 1280 applications across Indian industries
| Industry | Substrate | What the 1280 prints | Key specification used |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beverage & Water | PET bottles, glass, cans | Batch code, MFD, expiry date, MRP, barcode | 278 m/min — high-speed bottling lines |
| FMCG & Dairy | Pouches, cartons, plastic bottles | MFD, expiry, batch code, MRP | Condensation ink options for chilled dairy |
| Wire, Cable & Pipe | PVC, HDPE, rubber extrusions | Metre marks, spec data, lot codes | High-speed continuous extrusion marking |
| Pharmaceuticals | Vials, blisters, cartons | Batch number, expiry, MRP, 2D barcode | Code Assurance for regulatory compliance |
| Food Processing | Flexible films, foils, paperboard | MFD, best-before date, batch code | IP55 — suits high-moisture environments |
Benefits of using VJ 1280
- High-speed performance and reliable operation help in increasing production efficiency.
- Efficient ink management system and low maintenance requirements help reduce operational costs.
- Print on various substrates and applications makes it flexible in meeting different marking needs.
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Specs
| VJ 1240 | VJ 1280 | |
| Printheads | 1 | 1 |
| Inks | Dye Based | Dye Based |
| Maximum Lines of Print per Printhead | 5 | 5 |
| Maximum Line Speed (1) | 162 m/min (533 ft/min) | 278 m/min (914 ft/min) |
| Environmental Protection | IP55 | IP55 |
| Umbilical Length | 2 m (6.56 ft) | 3 m (9.84 ft) |
| Message Storage Capability | More than 250 complex messages | More than 250 complex messages |
| Smart CartridgeTM | Included | Included |
| SmartCell™ | Included | Included |
| Communications | Ethernet LAN and RS232 Serial (requires RS232 connector kit) | Ethernet LAN and RS232 Serial (requires RS232 connector kit) |
| Linear and 2D Bar Codes | Included | Included |
| I/O Ports and Control | Product Detect Input, Encoder Input, Beacon (Alarm light) Output, Relay Output, USB 2.0 (x2) | Product Detect Input, Encoder Input, Beacon (Alarm light) Output, Relay Output, USB 2.0 (x2) |
| Display (User Interface) | SIMPLICiTY™ based 8 inch color touchscreen | SIMPLICiTY™ based 8 inch color touchscreen |
| Workflow Modules (Optional) | Scan2Print | Extended Speed Workflow Module max Speed 278 m/min, Scan2Print |
| Positive Air | NA | Optional |
| Dry Air Kit | Optional | Optional |
# Optional
(1) Based upon single line, 10 characters per inch
Benefits
Designed to run longer — fewer stoppages, lower service cost:
- Leveraging proven and innovative technologies from Videojet legacy models
- Modular wear parts enable easy and reliable replacement by the customer, therefore reducing downtime
- Ability to connect to optional VideojetConnect™ Remote Service for direct access to our technical experts
Easy to operate from day one — 8-inch touchscreen with guided workflows:
- 8” touchscreen display is intuitive to the operator without the need for extensive training
- On-board ‘How to’ videos greatly reduce the need for having an operator manual to hand
- The Videojet SmartCell™ design allows for simple, user-performed preventative maintenance
Fewer coding errors — automated message rules and simplified operator interface:
- Tablet-like functionality enhances an operator’s ability to learn the interface to reduce coding errors
- The Videojet SIMPLICiTY™ user interface greatly reduces operator printer interactions, helping to eliminate potential user errors through an intuitive, 8” touchscreen display
- User definable message rules can automate code content without need of operator interaction
More output per shift — workflow modules and automated message management:
- No mess, no waste, no mistake Videojet Smart Cartridge™
- Reduce waste and rework with the step-by-step guides in the easy-to-use operator interface
- Workflow modules expand functionality
- Automated message rules reduce operator interaction
“Videojet inkjet technology has revolutionized what used to be a very dirty job. It is the best equipment on the market. Coding can be that easy.”
James Macsween – Managing Director, Macsween of Edinburgh (case study)
“It’s just very simple. Since the printhead stays clean, we don’t need to spend any time cleaning it.”
Josh Biederwolf – Extruder Operator, Bell Laboratories (case study)
“The printers work in the background which is good news. I never really hear about any problems from them. They offer the reliability factor that I need without any headaches. They do exactly what you want them to do which is what you want from an engineering and production perspective.”
Neil Hackney – Group Engineering Manager, Bokomo Foods (case study)
FAQ
The Videojet 1280 is a high-speed CIJ printer used for batch coding, expiry date printing, MRP marking, and barcode printing on glass, PET bottles, flexible film, plastic, metal, and paper — at production line speeds up to 278 m/min. Widely used by FMCG, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, and wire & cable manufacturers in India.
The Videojet 1280 price in India varies based on configuration, umbilical length, ink type, and optional modules. Contact Videojet India on 7506345599 or request a quote online for a model-specific price based on your production requirements.
The Videojet 1280 offers a higher maximum line speed (278 m/min vs 162 m/min for the 1240) and a longer 3m umbilical (vs 2m). The 1280 also supports the Extended Speed Workflow Module for maximum throughput. Both use the same SIMPLICiTY 8-inch touchscreen and SmartCartridge system. The 1240 is suited to moderate-speed single-shift operations; the 1280 is designed for high-speed, demanding production lines.
The Videojet 1280 prints a single line at a maximum speed of 278 m/min (914 ft/min). It supports up to 5 lines of text and stores more than 250 complex messages.
Yes. The Videojet 1280 is widely used on Indian beverage, dairy, water, and FMCG packaging lines for high-speed expiry date, MFD, batch code, and MRP printing on PET bottles, glass, flexible pouches, and cartons. Its IP55-rated enclosure and SmartCartridge system make it suited to high-humidity and high-throughput Indian production environments.
Applications
Resources
Documents
1280 Brochure
1280 Specification Sheet
1240 Brochure
1240 Specification Sheet
SIMPLICiTY printers brochure
SIMPLICiTY Print Sample Guide
Videos
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| Shared specs | – Continous inkjet (CIJ) technology is extremely versatile and can print on virtually any shape, size, and material – SIMPLICiTY series, the third and current generation of Videojet CIJ printers – Print up to 5 lines – Store 250+ complex messages – WYSIWYG message editing | ||
| Max line speed | 162 m/min (533 ft/min) | 278 m/min (914 ft/min) | |
| User interface | 8” high-response TFT-LCD touch screen | 10.4” 16:9 high-response TFT-LCD touch screen | |
| Environmental protection | – IP55, no plant air required, stainless steel cabinet | – IP55, no plant air required, stainless steel cabinet – IP65, protected electronics (optional with dust protection kit) | |
| Qualified inks | 18 core inks | 18 core inks 21 specialty inks | 4 core inks |
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