Inside the CoPilot Max LT: Long-Throw Coding for Demanding Applications
The CoPilot® Max LT from Squid Ink isn’t just another printing system—it’s a powerful, cost-effective solution built for real-world manufacturing challenges. Designed to deliver consistent, high-quality results in demanding environments, the CoPilot Max LT features advanced capabilities that set it apart from the rest.
Space-Saving Design, High-Impact Results
With up to 2.8” of print height per printhead, a throw distance of up to 0.5″ (12mm), and print speeds reaching 440 feet per minute, the CoPilot Max LT offers serious throughput and flexibility. For operations needing more coverage, the system supports dual printheads from a single controller, enabling more data to be printed in a single pass—ideal for maximizing productivity on high-volume lines.
Unique Throw Distance: Who Benefits and Why
One of the most impressive features of the CoPilot Max LT is its extended throw distance. This enhanced capability allows for accurate printing even when products aren’t perfectly aligned—a game-changer for:
- Overfilled or bulging cartons
- Recessed, curved, or angled surfaces
- Products with irregular shapes
- Lines with inconsistent product handling or spacing
This flexibility gives manufacturers peace of mind that their product codes, logos, or barcodes will be crisp and readable—even when operating conditions are less than perfect.
Prints That Perform on Any Surface
The CoPilot Max LT delivers razor-sharp, high-resolution prints on both porous and non-porous substrates, including cardboard, plastic, metal, and more. For non-porous materials that require instant drying, the printer supports UV LED curable inks, ensuring fast cure times without sacrificing image quality or print speed.
Powered by Squid Ink’s Active Ink System
At the heart of the CoPilot Max LT is Squid Ink’s revolutionary active ink delivery system, which offers a new level of operator convenience and printing flexibility:
- Print in any direction—tilt or rotate the printhead without adjusting the height of the ink cartridge.
- Print sharp barcodes, logos, and alphanumeric text at resolutions up to 360 dpi vertically.
- Optimize line speed with adjustable horizontal resolution—print at 440 fpm at 150 dpi, or 220 fpm at 300 dpi, depending on your application needs.
Easy Operation with Intuitive Controls
The CoPilot Max LT is equipped with a 4.3” full-color touchscreen for easy access to messages and system controls. Users can create and edit messages using Squid Ink’s Orion™ PC Software, then transfer them via USB, Ethernet, wireless network, or an optional Windows® tablet. The tablet provides additional flexibility for real-time message creation and updates—right on the production floor.
Conclusion
Whether you’re coding irregular packaging, printing at high speeds, or switching between substrates, the CoPilot Max LT is built to meet the challenge. With its powerful feature set, intuitive interface, and adaptable design, it’s the ideal long-throw printing solution for manufacturers who demand quality, efficiency, and reliability.
