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What Is a Continuous Inkjet Printer and How Does It Work?

Updated: Jun 24

In today’s fast-paced manufacturing and packaging industries, efficient, high-speed, and non-contact printing solutions are essential. One of the most trusted technologies for product coding and marking is the Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) printer— and Cyklop stands out as a reliable name in this space.

In this blog, we’ll explore what a CIJ printer is, how it works, and why Cyklop CIJ printers are ideal for various industrial applications.


✅ What Is a Continuous Inkjet (CIJ) Printer?

A Continuous Inkjet Printer is an industrial printing device used to print variable information like expiry dates, batch numbers, barcodes, QR codes, serial numbers, and logos directly onto products or packaging surfaces.

Unlike traditional printers, CIJ technology is designed for high-speed, nonstop production lines, making it perfect for sectors like FMCG, pharmaceuticals, food & beverages, cosmetics, automotive, and more.


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🔬 How Does a CIJ Printer Work?

The CIJ printing process is based on a simple yet ingenious principle:

  1. Ink Circulation: The printer continuously pumps ink through a high-pressure system into a nozzle.

  2. Droplet Formation: Inside the nozzle, the ink stream is broken into tiny droplets using ultrasonic vibrations (via a piezoelectric crystal).

  3. Charge & Deflection: The desired droplets are electrically charged and then passed through an electrostatic field that deflects them toward the product surface — forming the desired text or code.

  4. Unused Ink Recovery: The droplets that are not required for printing are recycled back into the ink system for reuse, ensuring minimal waste.

This continuous circulation and fast droplet generation allow printing speeds of thousands of characters per second — even on moving products.



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Cyklop Continues Inkjet Printer

🏭 Where Are Cyklop CIJ Printers Used?

Cyklop’s Continuous Inkjet Printers are designed for versatility and rugged performance. They can print on a wide range of materials including:

  • Plastic bottles & containers

  • Glass jars

  • Aluminum cans & pouches

  • Paper cartons

  • Laminated and metallic films

From primary packaging to secondary packaging, Cyklop CIJ printers ensure permanent, readable, and smudge-proof coding in real time.



💡 Key Features of Cyklop CIJ Printers

  • ✔️ High-speed printing for continuous production

  • ✔️ Non-contact printing from various angles and distances

  • ✔️ Fast-drying, solvent-based inks for different substrates

  • ✔️ Long run time with minimal maintenance

  • ✔️ Integration-ready with existing production lines and conveyors


🔧 Why Choose Cyklop for CIJ Printing?

Cyklop is a globally trusted name in packaging automation and marking technologies. With robust German engineering and a focus on industrial reliability, Cyklop CIJ printers are built for 24x7 operations, even in harsh environments.

By choosing Cyklop, you get:


  • 🎯 Precise and consistent print quality

  • 🛠️ Reduced maintenance costs

  • 🔁 Efficient ink usage

  • 🌍 Support and service network across India


📝 Final Thoughts

Whether you’re printing batch codes on medicine packs or expiry dates on beverage bottles, Cyklop’s Continuous Inkjet Printers deliver unmatched performance, reliability, and speed.

If you’re looking for a proven solution to enhance your packaging and traceability process, consider investing in a Cyklop CIJ printer — the choice of professionals across industries.


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