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DY-8 Manual Date Coding Machine

Core Abstract: The DY-8 is an entry-level manual ribbon date coding machine designed for small-scale processing plants, retail shops, and low-volume production. It utilizes thermal ribbon technology to print production dates, batch numbers, and expiry dates on plastic bags, paper boxes, and labels. Its primary advantages include its extreme portability (4.5kg), ease of use without the need for an air compressor, and low cost. It is most suitable for industries like food, pharmaceuticals, and agricultural products where simple, clean, and smudge-resistant coding is required on flat, flexible packaging materials.

1. Product Overview

Item Details
Product Name Manual Ribbon Date Coder
Model DY-8
Usage Printing production dates, batch numbers, and weights on plastic bags, paper cards, and labels.
Operation Purely manual press-down operation.
Target Industries Small factories, retail shops, artisanal workshops for small-batch production.

2. Core Advantages

  1. Thermal Ribbon Technology: Uses ribbon instead of ink, eliminating messy spills. Provides clear, high-adhesion prints that are hard to erase.
  2. Manual Operation: Plug-and-play. Operates independently without needing an air compressor.
  3. Flexible Typesetting: Supports 1-2 rows of characters. The printing position can be adjusted freely.
  4. Versatile Materials: Works effectively on plastic films, empty paper boxes, aluminum foil bags, and adhesive labels.
  5. Standard Font Set Included: Comes with a full set of brass digits (0-9) and letters (EXP/LOT/MFG) for most daily needs.
  6. Compact & Portable: Weighing only 4.5 KG, it takes up minimal desk space.

3. Technical Specifications

Parameter Value
Model DY-8
Voltage 110V / 220V, 50/60Hz
Power 60 W
Speed Up to 100 times/min (depending on operator)
Operation Manual
Ribbon Width 25mm / 30mm / 35mm
Dimensions 20 × 28.5 × 27 cm (7.87" × 11.22" × 10.62")
Weight 4.5 KG (9.92 lb)

4. Operation Process

  1. Install Fonts: Use tweezers to arrange the copper digits/letters into the print head and lock them.
  2. Thread Ribbon: Follow the roller path to install the thermal coding ribbon.
  3. Pre-heat: Plug in, turn on the switch, and adjust the temperature. Wait a few minutes for the head to reach working temperature.
  4. Position Material: Place the bag or paper on the silicone pad of the base.
  5. Manual Print: Press the handle down firmly. The heat transfers the characters to the package. Release to finish.

5. Sales Advice & FAQ

Sales Advice

  1. Target Startups: Best for startups or companies needing to correct dates on existing stock.
  2. Consumable Bundling: Encourage customers to buy extra "Thermal Coding Ribbons" to increase repeat purchase rates.
  3. Material Check: Ensure customers know it is for flat, thin materials. Not suitable for filled cartons.

FAQ

Q1: Does this machine need ink? A1: No. It uses thermal transfer ribbon, which is cleaner and easier to change than traditional liquid ink.

Q2: Does it require an air compressor? A2: No. This is a purely manual electrical device. It only needs a standard power outlet.

Q3: How many prints can one ribbon do? A3: A standard roll can provide thousands of prints, depending on the number of rows used.

Q4: Can I print "Expiry Date"? A4: Yes. The kit has "EXP", "LOT", and "MFG" letters along with numbers to create formats like "EXP 2025/12/31".

6. Media & Materials

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