BestCode 88S Opaque Date Code Inkjet Printer
SKU: 1684915054
PRINT LINES — 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 lines of text, graphics, and barcodes on dark substrates
IMAGE HEIGHT – CHARACTER HEIGHT — From 0.06″ (1.5 mm) to 0.75″ (19 mm)
NON-CONTACT PRINTING — Printhead distance from 0.5” (12 mm) to 2” (50 mm)
PRINT SPEED — Up to 1500 ft/min (470 m/min) for single-line printing; up to 345 ft/min (108 m/min) for two lines; up to 173 ft/min (54 m/min) for three lines; up to 119 ft/min (36 m/min) for four lines; and up to 114 ft/min (35 m/min) for five lines
BestCode Model 88S Opaque Date Code Inkjet Printer
The BestCode 88S Opaque continuous inkjet printer is a high-speed printing system capable of printing 4–5 lines of text, barcodes, and graphics.
Print real-time “Best by”, “Lot code”, “Sell by”, “Expiration Codes” and identification marks on virtually any product surface, especially on dark substrates such as wires and cables, PVC pipes, automotive parts, cosmetics, and more.
Supports multiple ink colors – white for dark substrates, and light blue, blue, silver/gray, and pink—allowing printing on both dark and light surfaces with a single system.
The machine is capable of operating two to three shifts per day or 24/7, five to seven days per week, with an average operating time of 4,000 to 8,760 hours per year.
Supports Unicode multilingual printing, manufacturing date (MFG) and expiry date (EXP), shift functions and pre-formatting, counters and batch numbers, remote counter reset, logo and image printing, continuous and repeat printing, automatic reverse printing, and barcode printing (QR code, Data Matrix, etc.).
Detailed Specifications
Technical Specifications
Applications
Detailed Specifications
BestCode Model 88S Opaque Date Code Inkjet Printer – Fast, Accurate, and Cost-Efficient for Businesses
The BestCode 88S Opaque continuous date code inkjet printer is a high-quality printing solution specifically designed for modern industrial production lines. This date code inkjet printer is capable of continuous, fast, and accurate product coding on various surfaces such as paper, plastic, metal, glass, wood, rubber, and plastic packaging materials including PP, PE, OPP, and HDPE.
With advanced printing technology, the BestCode 88S Opaque date code inkjet printer can print manufacturing date (MFG), expiry date (EXP), lot codes, barcodes, QR codes, Data Matrix codes, logos, images, and other identification information clearly and durably, meeting the demands of industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, chemicals, beverages, industrial packaging, and construction materials.
The continuous date code inkjet printer is equipped with a 10.4-inch color touchscreen featuring an intuitive icon-based interface for easy operation and reduced setup time. Additionally, with RS232 communication, the system allows input/output programming for remote control and easy integration into automated production lines. This date code inkjet printer can be seamlessly combined with other equipment such as filling machines, capping machines, shrink wrapping machines, and round or square bottle labeling machines to form a synchronized and optimized packaging system.
1. Simple and Easy Operation
The BestCode 88S Opaque date code inkjet printer is designed with a 10.4” color touchscreen and simple icon display, enabling users to operate the machine easily during production.
The date code inkjet printer utilizes an RS232 communication port, allowing flexible input/output programming for remote control operations.
The system can store up to 1,000 messages, with a WYSIWYG display list and drag-and-drop file formatting.
With an IP65 protection rating, the BestCode 88S Opaque date code inkjet printer is resistant to moisture, dust, and environmental factors, ensuring reliable operation in industries such as food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, industrial manufacturing, and construction.
The BestCode 88S Opaque date code inkjet printer can be easily integrated into production line systems within manufacturing plants.
2. Ink System – Industrial Standard
The ink system of this date code inkjet printer is designed for easy replacement by simply opening the external ink compartment, ensuring the safety of the internal electronic boards.
The date code inkjet printer uses fast-drying inks based on MEK, Acetone, Ethanol, and blends, preventing smudging during production, transportation, and usage. The printed information is highly durable, maintaining clarity over time without fading or degradation.
3. Electronic Board – Continuous and Durable Operation
The electronic board of the BestCode 88S Opaque date code inkjet printer is manufactured using advanced technology, ensuring high stability and durability for continuous long-term operation.
This date code inkjet printer controls printheads, manages printing data, regulates the ink supply system, and provides power management and other essential functions to ensure consistent print quality and overall system performance.
The CleanAir Kit / air barrier system protects the date code inkjet printer against dust and moisture ingress, minimizing the risk of circuit damage. It also cools critical components such as the processor, memory, controllers, and other electronic parts.
4. Premium Printhead
The CleanStart™ system automatically cleans the printhead of the date code inkjet printer, reducing daily and weekly maintenance requirements.
The printhead of this date code inkjet printer is made of high-grade stainless steel with a solid, durable structure, offering excellent impact resistance and suitability for industrial environments. It is easy to install and supports multi-directional adjustment to match various product positions.
Key Features:
- CleanStart™ – Automatic daily and weekly printhead cleaning
- 10.4″ Color Touch Screen – Large display for easy operation and monitoring
- OneTouch™ – Icon-based interface minimizing operation steps
- Large Volume Ink Tanks – Reduces frequency of ink and solvent refilling
- AutoOff™ Go Home Button – One-touch automatic flushing and shutdown
Benefits of Using the BestCode 88S Opaque Date Code Inkjet Printer
1. Easy Operation, Time-Saving
The BestCode 88S Opaque date code inkjet printer is designed with a user-friendly interface featuring a 10.4” touchscreen with intuitive icon display (OneTouch™), enabling fast operation without requiring extensive technical expertise. The CleanStart™ system automatically cleans the printhead, while the AutoOff™ Go Home Button allows flushing and shutdown in a single step—reducing daily cleaning and maintenance efforts and optimizing production efficiency.
2. High Performance, Continuous Operation
This continuous date code inkjet printer is capable of operating for extended hours at high capacity, supporting 2–3 shifts per day or 24/7 operation in industrial environments. The advanced electronic board ensures stability, durability, and reduced risk of failure, making it suitable for manufacturing plants in food, bottled beverages, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, industrial packaging, and consumer goods.
3. Superior Print Quality
The date code inkjet printer uses fast-drying inks (MEK, Acetone, Ethanol, and blends), ensuring clear, smudge-free, and long-lasting print quality on various materials. The CleanAir Kit system protects the electronic board from dust and moisture while cooling critical components, maintaining consistent print quality and extending equipment lifespan.
4. Flexible and Easy Integration into Production Lines
The BestCode 88S Opaque date code inkjet printer can be easily integrated into automated packaging lines, with the ability to store up to 1,000 messages, WYSIWYG display, and drag-and-drop file formatting. The system is compatible with packaging machines, labeling machines, shrink wrapping machines, and filling machines to create a complete, synchronized production line—reducing errors and improving operational efficiency.
5. High-Quality and Durable Printhead
The date code inkjet printer features a solid stainless steel printhead with high impact resistance and flexible multi-directional adjustment, suitable for various packaging types. The CleanStart™ automatic cleaning system reduces maintenance requirements and ensures the printer is always ready for operation.
Target Users
The BestCode 88S Opaque date code inkjet printer is an ideal solution for medium to large-scale manufacturers, including food processing plants, bottled beverage producers, powdered food manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, cosmetics manufacturers, chemical producers, and industrial packaging businesses requiring accurate and durable product coding.
This date code inkjet printer is also suitable for facilities aiming to automate packaging processes, optimize operational time, increase productivity, and reduce errors compared to manual coding. Additionally, it meets the needs of F&B brands, beverage companies, and frozen food manufacturers, helping standardize production processes and improve product quality.
CVM Group – Authorized Distributor of BestCode and Integrated Packaging Solutions
CVM Group is the official distributor of the BestCode 88S Opaque date code inkjet printer in Vietnam, providing comprehensive printing and packaging solutions for all types of production lines. With extensive experience serving hundreds of businesses in industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, chemicals, electronics, and industrial packaging, CVM Group offers tailored configuration consulting to optimize costs, enhance efficiency, and ensure products meet domestic and export standards.
In addition to BestCode continuous date code inkjet printer systems, CVM Group supplies a full range of packaging and end-of-line equipment, including:
- Bottle labeling machines
- Front-and-back labeling machines (Sabuka)
- Industrial packaging machines (Sabuka)
- Carton erecting machines
- Automatic and semi-automatic carton sealers
- Filling and capping machines, shrink wrapping machines, bundling machines
CVM Group Commitment
- Genuine products – full warranty
- On-site installation and operation training
- 24/7 fast technical support
- Readily available inks, solvents, and spare parts
- Optimized packaging solutions tailored to each industry
With CVM Group as a partner, businesses can build modern, accurate, and stable printing and packaging lines—enhancing productivity, reducing costs, and strengthening brand value in both domestic and export markets.
Technical Specifications
| Model | BestCode 88S Opaque |
| Technology | Continuous Inkjet, single printhead |
| Interface | 10.4” (264 mm) color touchscreen, icon-image display |
| Printhead Orientation | Multi-directional |
| Number of Print Lines | 1–5 lines, 32 pixel |
| Fonts | 5, 7, 9, 12, 16, 19, 25, 32 |
| Character Height | 1.5 mm (0.06”) – 19 mm (0.50”) |
| Print Speed | Up to 1500 ft/min (470 m/min) for single line, up to 345 ft/min (108 m/min) for two lines, up to 173 ft/min (54 m/min) for three lines, up to 119 ft/min (36 m/min) for four lines and up to 114 ft/min (35 m/min) for five lines |
| Throw Distance | 2.0 mm (0.5”) – 50 mm (0.75”) |
| Hardware | 32 Bit ARM 9, 208 MHz Processor |
| Memory | 4 Gbyte Solid State Drive, 16 Mbyte Flash, 128 Mbyte RAM, USB Interface |
| Communication Ports | USB, RS232, Ethernet |
| Inputs | 1 Photocell, 1 Photocell or Programmable Input, 1 Shaft Encoder, 8 Field Programmable Inputs, Remote Message Selection option – 256 possible selections |
| Outputs | 4 status indicator lights |
| Enclosure | Stainless steel |
| Protection Rating | IP65, operates in harsh environments: humidity, dust, etc. |
| Operating Conditions | Temperature: 32° – 122°F (0° – 50°C), Humidity: 10 – 90% |
| Power Supply | 100 – 240 VAC (3 Amp), Frequency: 50 – 60Hz, Power: 50W |
| Certifications | CE Certified, RoHS Compliant |
| Printing Functions | Stores 1000 messages, WYSIWYG display list, drag/drop file formatting, Unicode multilingual printing, manufacturing date (MFG) and expiry date (EXP), shift function and pre-formatting, counters and batch numbers, remote counter reset, logo and image, continuous and repeat printing, automatic reverse printing, barcode (QR code, data matrix, …) |
| Operating Features | Icon display, one-touch start button, one-touch stop/power off button, password function, auto calibration, error display and error table, maintenance reminder, data upload and download function, software update via USB, multilingual (Vietnamese, English, French, Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Thai, …) |
| Capacity | Ink tank: 32 oz (946 ml), SmartFill™ solvent tank: 32 oz (946 ml) |
| Ink Type | Fast drying, base: MEK, Acetone, Ethanol and Blends |
| Ink Colors | White, green, blue, yellow, silver, gray, pink |
| Printhead Cable | 3.0 meters (10 feet), optional 4.5 meters |
| Weight | 45 lbs (20 kg) |
| Optional Equipment | Printhead adjustment, warning light, encoder, external air for printhead, printhead cleaning kit, L-type printhead |
Applications
The BestCode 88S Opaque continuous date code inkjet printer is specifically developed for printing on dark substrates, where conventional inks often fail to deliver clear visibility. With high-opacity ink technology and strong adhesion, this date code inkjet printer ensures accurate printing of critical information such as manufacturing date (MFG), expiry date (EXP), barcodes, batch numbers, technical markings, and traceability data on a wide range of industrial materials.
This date code inkjet printer is widely used in industries such as wire and cable, PVC pipes, automotive components, cosmetics, chemicals, electronics, and construction materials, where coding is required on dark, curved, small, or continuously moving surfaces at high speeds. It delivers sharp, high-contrast prints on materials including rubber, dark plastics, powder-coated metals, textured surfaces, and curved surfaces, ensuring consistency and durability of printed information under demanding production conditions.
With stable operation and high precision, the BestCode 88S Opaque date code inkjet printer helps minimize errors, reduce labor costs, and meet stringent printing requirements in high-speed production lines. It supports businesses in standardizing product information, improving quality control efficiency, and enhancing the professionalism of finished packaging.
Thanks to its superior performance on dark backgrounds, the BestCode 88S Opaque date code inkjet printer is an ideal solution for manufacturers requiring coding on cables, components, plastic pipes, and dark cosmetic packaging, ensuring high contrast, durable prints, and excellent readability in all operating conditions.
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