Printer AND AD-8118C

Printer AND AD-8118C

The Printer AND AD-8118C Dot Matrix Printer combines advanced functionality with exceptional durability. This compact, high-performance printer provides reliable data output with a wide range of connectivity options, intuitive controls, and powerful memory features—making it ideal for measurement systems, production lines, and analytical environments.

Technical Specifications

• Print Type: Dot matrix impact printing

• Number of Characters per Line:

  • Standard mode: 24 characters (5 × 7 dot)

  • Enlarged mode: 12 characters (10 × 7 dot)

• Character Size:

  • Standard: 1.7 mm (W) × 2.6 mm (H)

  • Enlarged: 3.4 mm (W) × 2.6 mm (H)

• Printing Speed: Approx. 1.7 lines/second (excluding processing time)

• Print Color: Black

• Ink Ribbon Life: Approx. 200,000 characters (subject to environment)

• Printer Paper: AX-PP137-S, 57.5 mm wide, approx. 8,000 lines per roll

• Reliability: 1,000,000 printed lines

• Data Communication: RS-232C / Current loop (switchable via slide switch)

• Control I/O:

  • Input: Print, Feed paper, Batch print, Lot print

  • Output: Busy, Printing (Open collector output)

• LCD Display: 16 characters × 2 lines, 2.15 mm (W) × 4.35 mm (H)

• Power Supply: 100–240V AC (85–264V operational), 50/60 Hz

• Power Consumption:

  • With AD-8118C-02: Approx. 17 VA

  • With AD-8118C-02 and AD-8118C-10: Approx. 20 VA

• Weight: Approx. 2.0 kg (shipping weight: approx. 3.5 kg)

• Operating Environment: 0°C to 40°C, 80% RH max (non-condensing)

• External Dimensions: 192 (W) × 185 (D) × 96 (H) mm

• Panel Cut Dimensions: 186 (+1.0/-0.0) × 92 (+0.8/-0.0) mm

Key Features

• Built-In Clock & Calendar: Enables accurate date/time printing for each data log

• Cumulative Memory Function: Retains data even when power is turned off, with internal battery backup lasting up to 10 years

• Versatile Printing Modes: Supports Random, Dump, Interval, and Batch printing for tailored data output

• Customizable Print Formats: Users can adjust formats directly using operation keys during random print mode

• Multi-Device Connectivity: Connect up to 4 output devices, including indicators (using optional AD-8118C-02)

• Flexible Input Methods: Accepts input via current loop (up to 100m) or RS-232C (up to 15m)

• Statistical Processing: Provides cumulative/statistical calculations by code or input channel

• External Display Support: Can connect to up to 3 external display units (via channel 1 current loop output)

Additional Functions

• Reliable Long-Term Operation: Engineered for continuous use in harsh environments

• Compact Design: Ideal for integration into control panels with minimal space requirements

• Easy Maintenance: Long ink ribbon life and accessible paper roll mechanism simplify upkeep

• User-Friendly Interface: Clear LCD screen and responsive buttons support easy operation

Applications

• Industrial automation systems

• Laboratory test environments

• Data acquisition and logging for weighing or measurement instruments

• Quality control documentation

• Factory production line monitoring

• Statistical analysis in research settings