Inkjet Printers

UX Specialty Series
40µm | 55µm | 100µm | Pigmented

Hitachi Industrial Equipment Product Brochure

 Hitachi
UX HEART OF RELIABILITY
THE
series

Increased Ink Integrity

Unlike a gear pump, a diaphragm pump does not shear the
ink passing through it. Ink shearing results in lower viscosity
and can adversely affect print quality. Hitachi diaphragm
pumps provide a consistent supply of ink to the print head.

Hitachi Competition

Designed & Built by Hitachi Heavy on Quality

The diaphragm pump is the heart of each Hitachi diaphragm pumps are one of the heaviest
Hitachi printer. For this reason, Hitachi components in each printer. This weight is due to the
doesn’t use an off-the-shelf product. Each high-quality components used in the manufacturing
pump is designed and built by Hitachi to of each pump. Quality is never compromised. You
the highest standards. create superior products. You should have a partner
who does too.

Quad Chamber Design Individual Pump Replacement

Each pump is designed with four By allowing each ultra-reliable pump to be replaced
chambers allowing pump load to be individually, the Total Cost of Ownership for a UX
distributed. Subsequently, the life span of Series printer is minimized.
each printer is significantly improved over
single chamber pump designs.
 UX Specialty Key Features
Hitachi’s UX Series continuous inkjet printers represent the pinnacle of
innovation in marking and coding technology, all while showcasing Hitachi’s
reputation for Reliability, Efficiency, and Ease of Use.

Efficient Ink Recovery

Reduced Makeup Consumption and

Running Cost
Featuring Pulse Recovery Technology
Hitachi’s ink recovery technique and motor

30% reduction compared speed control, that is based on environmental

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conditions, suppresses makeup evaporation,

to former models * thus achieving industry levels of low makeup
consumption.

Traditional Fluid Recovery Systems Hitachi’s Pulse Recovery System

Ink passes through a channel of air increasing the Ink is recovered using a pulsating system, which reduces
evaporation rate and, consequently, fluid makeup the evaporation rate and makeup consumption, thus
consumption. increasing your bottom line.
* As compared to Hitachi's current models with 1067K ink at 20°C.
About 30% reduction for UX-B and UX-D.

Worry Free Integration

IP–65
The UX Dynamic model printer is IP-65 rated,
meaning it can be integrated into a variety of High–Temperature Dusty Environment
production environments without worry or up to 50℃ (122℉)
modification to current production processes such
as wash-down procedures. Hitachi UX Series
printers can operate in High and Low temperature
environments as well as dusty environments, Low–Temperature Wash–Down
allowing them to be placed close to the action. down to 0℃ (32℉)
UX Basic machines are IP-55 standard.
 Simple Fluid Management

Mess-Free, Mistake-Proof Fluid Refills Tool–less Filter Replacement

Intelligent fluid cartridges reduce the possibility Ink Filters can be replaced without the use of
of hazardous fluid spills during refill. Being two tools or a technician, resulting in virtually zero
different shapes, the Ink and Makeup cartridges downtime for simple maintenance. No more
are easily identifiable as well as sized to fit in each mandatory, time based failure due to machine
respective receptacle. operation. These printers provide the lowest
total cost of operation on the market.
Smart Cartridge
Error reduction is key to increased uptime and Simple, Economical Disposal
that’s why the UX Series now features RFID Ink and Makeup cartridges can be used
Recognition for ink and makeup replacement. A right up to the last drop, and drain fully into
quick scan of each bottle allows the system to their respective reservoirs. Complete fluid
identify the ink or makeup in question and instruct evacuation allows ink and makeup containers
the operator based on compatibility. to be disposed of through conventional means
instead of costly hazardous disposal methods.

Makeup Cartridge 800 mL Ink Cartridge 500 mL

Note: Does not apply to UX Pigmented

 Intuitive Print Control

Intuitive User Interface Troubleshooting Guide

A 10.4-inch TFT LCD touch-panel screen The UX Series features an integrated, easy to
provides a wide, easy-to-see viewing angle access troubleshooting guide, helping operators
and intuitive operation. In addition, when easily find answers to common issues and
changing print messages, a preview function reducing downtime due to simple problems.
allows the operator to verify on screen what
message will be changed to help avoid
erroneous printing.

Easy USB Message Transfer Informative Icons

Messages can be easily backed up onto a Icons on screen provide simple, visual
USB flash drive for convenient transferring feedback to an operator. Ink and Makeup
to other printers. level gauges show the current fluid level
and indicate when it’s time to replace each
cartridge. This allows for more efficient
ink usage, reduces waste, and further
contributes to cost reduction.
 40µm (Small Characters)

Application Photos

Print Samples (Approx. Full Scale)

 Model
Item
UX-D140W
Nozzle Size 40μm

Max. # of Print Lines Up to 4 lines

Max. # of Print Characters Up to 1,000 characters

4x5 �

5x5 �

5 x 7(8), 9 x 7(8) �

7 x 10 �
Font
(horizontal x vertical)
11 x 11 � (Chinese Only)

12 x 16 �

18 x 24 �

24 x 32 �

Character Height 1 - 5 mm

WYSIWYG Design
Display & Input Device Display: TFT LCD (10.4” color), backlight provided
Input Device: Touch Panel, Input Sound Provided

English, Chinese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, German, French, Dutch, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Swedish, Danish, Greek,
Screen Language (2 languages selectable)
Russian, Czech, Polish, Arabic, Serbian, Turkish, Hungarian, Bulgarian, Catalan, Romanian, Finnish, Norwegian, Slovenian

Max. Print Rate

Up to 3,030
(Characters per second) (Font 5x5, Space 1, 1 Line)

Standard Characters Alphanumeric (A-Z, a-z, 0-9), Symbols (27) and Space: Total 90

User Pattern 200 patterns each for dot matrix

Print Functions Calendar, Count, Font mixture, Password

Barcode Printing code39, ITF, NW-7, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, code128/EAN-128, GS-1 DataBar

2D Code Printing Data Matrix (Alphabet: 49 characters/Numerals: 98 characters), QR *1, Micro QR code

Message Storage Capacity 300 messages [Option : Up to 2,000 messages (Depends on data content)]

Print target detection, Printing stop, Rotary encoder pulse, Reciprocative printing, Remote control (Run, Stop,
Input Signal
High-voltage ON / OFF, Reset), (NPN / PNP Selectable)

Output Signal Print in progress or Print complete, Online (NPN / PNP Selectable), Print ready, Fault, Warning (NPN Only)

Data Interface RS-232C at baud rates selectable up to 115,200bps

Ethernet (Modbus communication) IEEE802.3, 100BASE-T

External Memory USB for user data storage

Print Head Cable Length/Angle 4m (in-line/90 degrees)

Operating Temperature Range 0-35℃ (1067K Ink)

Operating Humidity Range 30-90% RH (no condensation)

Power Supply (Automatic Voltage Selection) AC100-120/220-240V±10% 50/60Hz 120VA

Approval CE, UL, cUL, C-Tick, FCC, ICES

Dimensions (W x D x H) 400 x 320 x 527 mm

International Protection IP65

Approximate Weight 27kg

*1
Please consult your nearest sales representative when "18x24 font" or "QR code" is required with UX-D for High-speed printing.

40mm

219mm
40mm
 55µm (High Speed)

Application Photos

Print Samples (Approx. Full Scale)

 Model
Item
UX-D150W
Nozzle Size 55μm

Max. # of Print Lines Up to 4 lines

Max. # of Print Characters Up to 1,000 characters

4x5 �

5x5 �

5 x 7(8), 9 x 7(8) �

7 x 10 �
Font
(horizontal x vertical)
11 x 11 ­­―

12 x 16 �

18 x 24 � *1

24 x 32 ­­―

Character Height 2 - 8 mm

WYSIWYG Design
Display & Input Device Display: TFT LCD (10.4” color), backlight provided
Input Device: Touch Panel, Input Sound Provided

English, Chinese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, German, French, Dutch, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Swedish, Danish, Greek,
Screen Language (2 languages selectable)
Russian, Czech, Polish, Arabic, Serbian, Turkish, Hungarian, Bulgarian, Catalan, Romanian, Finnish, Norwegian, Slovenian

Max. Print Rate

Up to 3,173
(Characters per second) (Font 5x5, space 1, 1 Line)

Standard Characters Alphanumeric (A-Z, a-z, 0-9), Symbols (27) and Space: Total 90

User Pattern 200 patterns each for dot matrix

Print Functions Calendar, Count, Font mixture, Password

Barcode Printing code39, ITF, NW-7, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, code128/EAN-128, GS-1 DataBar

2D Code Printing Data Matrix (Alphabet: 49 characters/Numerals: 98 characters), QR code*1, Micro QR code

Message Storage Capacity 300 messages [Option : Up to 2,000 messages (Depends on data content)]

Print target detection, Printing stop, Rotary encoder pulse, Reciprocative printing, Remote control (Run, Stop,
Input Signal
High-voltage ON / OFF, Reset), (NPN / PNP Selectable)

Output Signal Print in progress or Print complete, Online (NPN / PNP Selectable), Print ready, Fault, Warning (NPN Only)

Data Interface RS-232C at baud rates selectable up to 115,200bps

Ethernet (Modbus communication) IEEE802.3, 100BASE-T

External Memory USB for user data storage

Print Head Cable Length/Angle 4m (in-line/90 degrees)

Operating Temperature Range 0-40℃ (1067K Ink)

Operating Humidity Range 30-90% RH (no condensation)

Power Supply (Automatic Voltage Selection) AC100-120/220-240V±10% 50/60Hz 120VA

Approval CE, UL, cUL, C-Tick, FCC, ICES

Dimensions (W x D x H) 400 x 320 x 527 mm

International Protection IP65

Approximate Weight 27kg

*1
Please consult your nearest sales representative when "18x24 font" or "QR code" is required with UX-D for High-speed printing.

40mm

40mm 235mm
 100µm (Large Characters)

Application Photos

Print Samples (Approx. Full Scale)

 Model
Item
UX-D110W
Nozzle Size 100μm

Max. # of Print Lines Up to 4 lines

Max. # of Print Characters Up to 1,000 characters

4x5 �

5x5 �

5 x 7(8), 9 x 7(8) �

7 x 10 �
Font
(horizontal x vertical)
11 x 11 ­­―

12 x 16 �

18 x 24 �

24 x 32 ­­�

Character Height 3 - 15 mm

WYSIWYG Design
Display & Input Device Display: TFT LCD (10.4” color), backlight provided
Input Device: Touch Panel, Input Sound Provided

English, Chinese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, German, French, Dutch, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Swedish, Danish, Greek,
Screen Language (2 languages selectable)
Russian, Czech, Polish, Arabic, Serbian, Turkish, Hungarian, Bulgarian, Catalan, Romanian, Finnish, Norwegian, Slovenian

Max. Print Rate

Up to 468
(Characters per second) (Font 5x5, space 1, 1 Line)

Standard Characters Alphanumeric (A-Z, a-z, 0-9), Symbols (27) and Space: Total 90

User Pattern 200 patterns each for dot matrix

Print Functions Calendar, Count, Font mixture, Password

Barcode Printing code39, ITF, NW-7, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, code128/EAN-128, GS-1 DataBar

2D Code Printing Data Matrix (Alphabet: 49 characters/Numerals: 98 characters), QR *1, Micro QR code

Message Storage Capacity 300 messages [Option : Up to 2,000 messages (Depends on data content)]

Print target detection, Printing stop, Rotary encoder pulse, Reciprocative printing, Remote control (Run, Stop,
Input Signal
High-voltage ON / OFF, Reset), (NPN / PNP Selectable)

Output Signal Print in progress or Print complete, Online (NPN / PNP Selectable), Print ready, Fault, Warning (NPN Only)

Data Interface RS-232C at baud rates selectable up to 115,200bps

Ethernet (Modbus communication) IEEE802.3, 100BASE-T

External Memory USB for user data storage

Print Head Cable Length/Angle 4m (in-line/90 degrees)

Operating Temperature Range 0-35℃ (1067K Ink)

Operating Humidity Range 30-90% RH (no condensation)

Power Supply (Automatic Voltage Selection) AC100-120/220-240V±10% 50/60Hz 120VA

Approval CE, UL, cUL, C-Tick, FCC, ICES

Dimensions (W x D x H) 400 x 320 x 527 mm

International Protection IP65

Approximate Weight 27kg

*1
Please consult your nearest sales representative when "18x24 font" or "QR code" is required with UX-D for High-speed printing.

40mm

40mm 243mm
 Pigmented - High Performance for High Contrast

Easy Automated Nozzle Cleaning Airless Stirring System

Nozzle cleaning is as simple as pressing a Most pigmented inkjet systems require air to
button. Once nozzle cleaning is completed the prevent settling and agglomeration, but the
printer will be set to stop mode automatically. UX Series Pigmented inkjet printer relies on a
The UX Series Pigmented printer also supports simple, yet highly effective Magitate system.
nozzle backwash functions, which allows This system reduces filter and nozzle clogging
cleaning fluid to be ingested through the nozzle, and eliminates the need for costly modifications
quickly and easily clearing any clogs. to your compressed air system.

Magnet + Agitate = Magitate

Worry-Free Standby Circulation
The UX Series Pigmented inkjet printer
also incorporates an ink circulation control
method that allows ink to circulate even in
standby mode. This helps to prevent ink fixing,
increasing operational efficiency and further
reducing potential downtime.
Application Photos
Print Samples (Approx. Full Scale)
 Model
Item
UX-P160 W / S
Nozzle Size 65μm

Max. # of Print Lines Up to 6 lines

Max. # of Print Characters Up to 1,000 characters

4x5 �

5x5 �

5 x 7(8), 9 x 7(8) �

7 x 10 �

11 x 11 � (Chinese Only)
Font
10 x 12 �
(horizontal x vertical)
12 x 16 �

18 x 24 �

24 x 32 �

30 x 40 �

36 x 48 �

Character Height 2 - 10 mm

WYSIWYG Design
Display & Input Device Display: TFT LCD (10.4” color), backlight provided
Input Device: Touch Panel, Input Sound Provided

English, Chinese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, German, French, Dutch, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Swedish, Danish, Greek,
Screen Language (2 languages selectable)
Russian, Czech, Polish, Arabic, Serbian, Turkish, Hungarian, Bulgarian, Catalan, Romanian, Finnish, Norwegian, Slovenian

Max. Print Rate

Up to 2,083 (JP-W89 Ink)
(Characters per second) (Font 5x5, space 1, 1 Line)

Standard Characters Alphanumeric (A-Z, a-z, 0-9), Symbols (27) and Space: Total 90

User Patterns 200 patterns each for dot matrix

Print Function Calendar, Count, Font mixture

Barcode Printing code39, ITF, NW-7, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, code128/EAN-128, GS-1 DataBar

2D Code Printing Data Matrix (Alphabet: 49 characters/Numerals: 98 characters), QR code, Micro QR code

Message Storage Capacity Up to 2,000 messages (depends on data content)

Print target detection, Printing stop, Rotary encoder pulse, Reciprocative printing, Remote control (Run, Stop,
Input Signal
High-voltage ON / OFF, Reset), (NPN / PNP Selectable)

Output Signal Print in progress or Print complete, Online (NPN / PNP Selectable), Print ready, Fault, Warning (NPN Only)

Data Interface RS-232C at baud rates selectable up to 115,200bps

Ethernet IEEE802.3, 100BASE-T

External Memory USB for user data storage

Print Head Cable Length/Angle 4m (in-line/90 degrees)

Operating Temperature Range 0-40℃ (JP-W89 Ink)

Operating Humidity Range 30-90% RH (no condensation)

Power Supply (Automatic Voltage Selection) AC100-120/220-240V±10% 50/60Hz 120VA

Approval CE, UL, cUL, RCM, FCC, ICES

Dimensions (W x D x H) 400 x 320 x 527 mm

International Protection IP65

Approximate Weight 27kg

40mm

40mm 235mm
• Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co., Ltd. (Hitachi) shall not be liable for any manufacturing loss, or
any product damage due to trouble or malfunction of the ink jet printer.
• Hitachi continually improves products. The right, therefore, is reserved to alter the designs and/or
specifications without giving prior notice.
• Information in this brochure is subject to change without notice.

For more information, please contact your nearest sales representative.

Visit www.hitachi-america.us/inkjetprinters/
or call (866) 583-0048 Hitachi Industrial Equipment

Registration number: JQA–QMA12087

Registration date: April 1, 2005
The Marking Systems and Hoist Systems Division (Taga Division) of Hitachi
Industrial Equipment Systems Co., Ltd. obtained international standard ISO
9001 certification for the quality assurance of the Ink Jet Printer contained
in this brochure.