The Xaar Irix is a compact industrial inkjet printhead designed for straightforward integration into OEM systems. It can support coding and marking, functional fluid printing, graphics, product printing and 3D printing, subject to fluid, substrate and system requirements. Its wide operating window gives increased reliability and uptime when OEMs and manufacturers need a compact, reliable printhead that can support different inks, fluids and production environments
Xaar Irix
Compact design. Precise output. Dependable performance
Deliver accurate, reliable industrial printing with a compact printhead that is simple to integrate and easy to use. Xaar Irix combines precise drop placement, excellent uniformity and a wide operating window to help OEMs bring dependable inkjet systems to market quickly.
Applications
Compact, reliable inkjet for coding, marking and product printing
Designed for applications where accuracy, easy integration and dependable performance matter
From coding and marking and functional fluids to graphics, product printing and 3D printing, Xaar Irix provides a compact, robust platform for oil, solvent-based and UV fluids. Core supports coding, marking and functional-fluid applications, while Pro is designed for more demanding applications where print quality is paramount.
Is the Xaar Irix right for you?
The Xaar Irix is ideal if you need to
The challenge
Compact industrial systems still need accuracy, reliability and easy integration
Coding, marking and product-printing systems often have limited installation space, varied print orientations and changing distances to the substrate. Inconsistent drop volume, velocity or placement can affect print quality and reduce the usable operating window.
OEMs also need a practical route to market, avoiding unnecessary fluid-system complexity and frequent printhead replacement.
Xaar Irix is designed to combine accurate output, robust operation and straightforward integration in a compact platform.
How the Xaar Irix solves it
Accurate, reliable and easy to integrate
Individually optimised nozzles | Each nozzle is individually lasered and optimised for accurate drop placement using Xaar manufacturing techniques. |
AcuDrp Technology | Calibrates each individual nozzle for drop volume and velocity, providing excellent uniformity across every printhead. |
AcuChp Technology | Calibrates banks of 64 nozzles for drop volume and velocity to support uniform print quality. |
Optimised drive signals | The drive signal is tuned for performance and reliability across different fluids, images and print frequencies. |
Wide operating window | Enhanced factory calibration supports consistent printing across different images and fluids, improving reliability and uptime. |
Long-distance accuracy | Accurate drop placement at print distances helps maintain quality and reduce the likelihood of media clashes. |
Compact, lightweight design | A 17mm print width and 15.5g mass support a wide range of compact print-engine configurations. |
Simple architecture | Straightforward fluid and electrical connections support easy integration, fast start-up and maintenance. |
Multiple orientations | Prints reliably in vertical, horizontal or skyscraper modes, providing flexibility for system designers. |
Key benefits of inkjet printing with Xaar Irix...
Frequently asked questions...
What is the Xaar Irix used for?
How can the Xaar Irix support coding and marking applications?
The Xaar Irix can support coding and marking applications where manufacturers need to apply variable data, batch information, traceability marks or product identification within a production process. Producing excellent print quality thanks to its highly accurate drop placement and drop uniformity, even at long print distances. Suitable for packaging lines and industrial marking systems where the ink, substrate, line speed and required mark quality are compatible.
Can the Xaar Irix be used for functional fluid printing?
The Xaar Irix is ideal for functional fluid printing where inkjet is used to deposit specialist fluids rather than conventional graphic inks. This may include materials used for coatings, product functionality or other industrial processes, subject to fluid compatibility, waveform development and production requirements
What types of graphics and product printing applications can use Xaar Irix?
Xaar Irix can support graphics and product printing applications where manufacturers need compact digital inkjet capability for decorative marks, information, branding or functional print. Potential uses include industrial graphics, direct-to-product print and smaller integrated digital print systems, depending on substrate, ink, quality and speed requirements.
Can the Xaar Irix be used in 3D printing applications?
The Xaar Irix can be used for 3D printing applications where inkjet is used to deposit materials or fluids as part of an additive process. Suitability depends on the fluid, drop size, material behaviour, system architecture and production objective. Xaar can help OEMs and developers assess whether the Xaar Irix is suitable for a specific 3D Printing workflow, including fluid behaviour, drop size, system architecture and production objectives.
Why do OEMs choose the Xaar Irix?
The Xaar Irix offers a fast and cost-effective route to market for anyone wishing to move into inkjet technology. As a long-life, low-cost, non-disposable, compact printhead, it reduces environmental impact of manufacturing, while minimising the need for replacement units and service visits. Compact and lightweight, with a 17mm print width and a
mass of just under 16g. This makes the Xaar Irix relevant for OEMs evaluating compact inkjet integration across applications such as coding and marking, functional fluid printing, graphics, product printing and 3D printing.
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