Argox Industrial Label Printer: X-Series & G-Series
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Product Overview
Argox offers a range of industrial label printers designed for demanding environments. The X-Series (X-1000VL, X-2000V) and G-Series (G-6000) provide robust performance, versatility, and ease of use for various labeling needs.
Features
- Suitable for heavy-duty labeling demands.
- Available in 300dpi high and 203dpi low resolution models.
- Equipped with a 32-bit CPU, LCD display, up to 6ips printing speed, and enlarged memory.
- Adjustable reflective and transmission double sensor system for precise label detection.
- Versatile connectivity with Centronics parallel, RS-232, and USB interfaces. PS/2 interface allows for standalone operation by connecting a PC keyboard.
- Industrial-strength media management with a 360M ribbon capacity and 8" media compartment.
- Easy media loading and ribbon installation.
- External switch allows the printer to be used with either ink-side in or ink-side out ribbons.
- Durable and easy to maintain with easily replaceable cutters and peelers.
- Supports 1D/GS1 Data bar, 2D/Composite codes, and QR barcodes.
- A full range of optional accessories are available, including cutters, peelers, media stackers, memory cards, font cards, RTC, and standalone keyboards (Argokee).
- Optional external printer server for Ethernet/Wireless/Bluetooth connectivity.
Applications
- Shipping & receiving
- Inventory labeling
- Retail tags
- Shelf labeling
- Packaging
- Cargo tracking
- Luggage labeling
- Logistic labeling
- Work in process
- Parts marking
- Product labeling
- Compliance labeling
- Pallet labeling
- Electronics parts labeling
Product Specifications
| Specifications | X-1000VL | X-2000V | G-6000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Printing Method | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer |
| Printing Resolution | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) |
| Printing Speed | 2~4 ips (51~102mm/s) | 2~6 ips (51~152mm/s) | 2~6 ips (51~152mm/s) |
| Printing Length | Max 50" (1270mm) | Max 30" (762mm) | Max 6.6" (168mm) |
| Printing Width | Max 4.09" (104mm) | Max 4.09" (104mm) | Max 6.6" (168mm) |
| Memory | 2MB DRAM, 1MB Flash ROM | 8MB DRAM (7MB user available), 4MB Flash ROM (3MB user available) | 2MB DRAM, 1MB Flash ROM |
| CPU Type | 32 bit RISC microprocessor | 32 bit RISC microprocessor | 32 bit RISC microprocessor |
| Media Sensor | Reflective sensor x 1 (Movable) & Transmissive sensor x 1 (Movable) / Head open switch / Ribbon end sensor | Reflective sensor x 1 (Movable) & Transmissive sensor x 1 (Movable) / Head open switch / Ribbon end sensor | Reflective sensor x 1 (Movable) & Transmissive sensor x 1 (Movable) / Head open switch / Ribbon end sensor |
| Display | LED indicator x 3 (Ready/Media/Ribbon) | Back-lit LCD Display 16 x 2-line, LED indicator x 3 (Ready/Media/Ribbon) | Back-lit LCD Display 16 x 2-line, LED indicator x 3 (Ready/Media/Ribbon) |
| Operation Interface | Button x 3 (Feed/Pause/Cancel) | Button x 3 (Feed(Config.)/Pause(Calibr.)/Cancel(Reset)) | Button x 3 (Feed(Config.)/Pause(Calibr.)/Cancel(Reset)) |
| Communication Interface | Centronics Parallel (Baud rate 2400~115200 bps), RS-232, USB | Centronics Parallel (Baud rate 2400 ~ 115200 bps), RS-232, USB, PS/2 keyboard | Centronics Parallel, RS-232 |
| Fonts | 5 alpha-numeric fonts from 0.049"H ~ 0.23" H (1.25mm~6.0mm). Internal fonts are expandable up to 24x24. Soft fonts are downloadable. 4 direction 0°~ 270° rotation. | 5 alpha-numeric fonts from 0.049"H ~ 0.23" H (1.25mm~6.0mm). Internal fonts are expandable up to 24x24. Soft fonts are downloadable. 4 direction 0°~ 270° rotation. | 5 alpha-numeric fonts from 0.049"H ~ 0.23" H (1.25mm~6.0mm). Internal fonts are expandable up to 24x24. Soft fonts are downloadable. 4 direction 0°~ 270° rotation. |
| 1D Barcodes | PPLA/PPLB: Code 39, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 128 subset A/B/C, EAN-13, EAN-8, HBIC, Codabar, Plessey, UPC2, UPC5, Code 93, Postnet, UCC/EAN-128, etc. GS1 Data bar (RSS). | PPLA/PPLB: Code 39, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 128 subset A/B/C, EAN-13, EAN-8, HBIC, Codabar, Plessey, UPC2, UPC5, Code 93, Postnet, UCC/EAN-128, etc. GS1 Data bar (RSS). PPLZ (X-2000V zip only): Code39, UPC-A, UPC-E, Postnet, Code 128 subset A/B/C, Interleave 2 of 5, etc. GS1 Data bar (RSS). | PPLA:Code 39, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 128 subset A/B/C, EAN-13, EAN-8, HBIC, Codabar, Plessey, UPC2, UPC5, Code 93, Postnet, UCC/EAN-128, etc. GS1 Data bar (RSS). |
| 2D Barcodes | PPLA:MaxiCode, PDF417, Data Matrix (ECC 200 only), QR code, Composite Codes, Aztec Barcode, Micro PDF417. PPLB: MaxiCode, PDF417, Data Matrix (ECC 200 only), QR code, Composite Codes, Aztec Barcode. | PPLA:MaxiCode, PDF417, Data Matrix (ECC 200 only), QR code, Composite Codes, Aztec Barcode, Micro PDF417. PPLB: MaxiCode, PDF417, Data Matrix (ECC 200 only), QR code, Composite Codes, Aztec Barcode. | PPLA/PPLZ:MaxiCode, PDF417, Data Matrix (ECC 200 only), QR code, Composite Codes, Aztec Barcode, Micro PDF417. |
| Graphics | PPLA: PCX, BMP, IMG and HEX formats. PPLB: PCX and binary raster. | PPLA: PCX, BMP. IMG and HEX formats. PPLB: PCX and binary raster. PPLZ: GRF, Hex and GDI. | PPLA: PCX, BMP. IMG and HEX formats. |
| Emulation | PPLA/PPLB | X-2000V: PPLA/PPLB. X-2000V Zip: PPLZ | PPLA |
| Software - Label editing | Windows Driver Win7/Win8/Win10/Win11, LINUX Driver, macOS Driver, Raspberry Pi Driver | Windows Driver Win7/Win8/Win10/Win11, LINUX Driver, macOS Driver, Raspberry Pi Driver | Windows Driver Win7/Win8/Win10/Win11, LINUX Driver, macOS Driver, Raspberry Pi Driver |
| Software - Utility | Printer Utility, Font Utility | Printer Utility, Font Utility | Printer Utility, Font Utility |
| Media Type | Roll-feed, die-cut, continuous, fan-fold, tags, ticket in thermal paper or plain paper and fabric label | Roll-feed, die-cut, continuous, fan-fold, tags, ticket in thermal paper or plain paper and fabric label | Roll-feed, die-cut, continuous, fan-fold, tags, ticket in thermal paper or plain paper and fabric label |
| Media | Max Width: 4.4" (112mm) Min Width: 1" (25.4mm). Thickness: 0.0025"~0.01" (0.0635~0.254mm). Max roll capacity (OD): 8" (203mm) Core size: 3" (76mm) / Max roll capacity (OD): 7" (177.8mm) Core size: 1.5" (38mm) | Max Width: 4.4" (112mm) Min Width: 1" (25.4mm). Thickness: 0.0025"~0.01" (0.0635~0.254mm). Max roll capacity (OD): 8" (203mm) Core size: 1.5"-3" (38~76mm) ID | Max Width: 6.3" (160mm) Min Width: 1" (25.4mm). Thickness: 0.0025"~0.01" (0.0635~0.254mm). Max roll capacity (OD): 8" (203mm) Core size: 1.5"-3" (38~76mm) ID |
| Ribbon | Ribbon Width: 1"~4" (25.4mm~101.6mm). Ribbon roll - max OD: 3" (76mm). Ribbon Length: max 360m wax, 300m Semi-Resin. Core size - ID: 1" (25.4mm) Wax, Wax/Resin, Resin (Ribbon Wound Ink-side in and Ink-side out) | Ribbon Width: 1"~4" (25.4mm~101.6mm). Ribbon roll - max OD: 3" (76mm). Ribbon Length: max 360m wax, 300m Semi-Resin. Core size - ID: 1" (25.4mm) Wax, Wax/Resin, Resin (Ribbon Wound Ink-side in) | Ribbon Width: 1"~6.1". Ribbon roll-max OD: 2.5" (63mm). Ribbon Length: max 360m. Core size - ID: 1" (25.4mm)Wax, Wax/Resin, Resin (Ribbon Wound Ink-side in) |
| Dimensions | W 250mm x H 263mm x L 418mm | W 310mm x L 445mm x H 260mm | W 310mm x L 445mm x H 260mm |
| Weight | 13 kgs | 14.5 kgs | 14.5 kgs |
| Power Source | Internal Universal Power supply 100~240 VAC, 5A, 50/60 HZ | Internal Universal Power Supply 100~240 VAC, 2.5A, 50/60 Hz | Internal Universal Power Supply 100~240 VAC, 2.5A, 50/60 Hz |
| Operation Environment | Operation Temperature: 40°F~100°F (4°C~38°C), 0%~90% non-condensing, Storage Temperature: -4°F~122°F (-20°C~50°C) | Operation Temperature: 40°F~100°F (4°C~38°C), 0%~90% non-condensing, Storage Temperature: -4°F~122°F (-20°C~50°C) | Operation Temperature: 40°F~100°F (4°C~38°C), 0%~90% non-condensing, Storage Temperature: -4°F~122°F (-20°C~50°C) |
| Optional Items | Guillotine cutter, Rotary cutter, Dispenser Kit, Media Stacker, RTC Card, 2MB Asian Font Card (Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean and Japanese), ArgoKee | Cutter, Dispenser Kit, Stacker, RTC Card, 2MB Asian Font Card (Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean and Japanese), ArgoKee | Cutter, Dispenser Kit, Stacker, RTC Card, 2MB Asian Font Card (Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean and Japanese), ArgoKee |
| Agency Listing | CE, FC, ULUS, ROHS | CE, FC, ULUS, ROHS | CE, FC, ULUS, ROHS, BSMI (G-6000) |
Product Value Proposition
X-1000VL & X-2000V
The X-1000VL and X-2000V industrial barcode printers offer outstanding performance and value in an all-metal housing suitable for harsh environments. Their 32-bit RISC microprocessor, ample memory (4MB Flash, 8MB SDRAM), and plug-and-play parallel, serial, and bi-directional USB interfaces ensure smooth operation and high reliability. The user-friendly print mechanism allows for easy adjustment of ribbon pressure and print quality. The X-1000VL is economical and easy to use, while the X-2000V features a multilingual LCD display for simplified installation and configuration. The X-2000V also supports standalone operation via a PS/2 keyboard interface for direct data input without a PC.
G-6000
The G-6000 provides an industrial standard 6-inch width for high-speed performance and a larger printing area. It includes a built-in LCD display, 1MB flash memory, and a PS/2 interface for PC keyboard connectivity, enabling Plug and Play standalone operation. Its durable metal case is designed to withstand rough treatment, heat, and dust, ensuring continuous quality operation. The G-6000 is simple to operate and facilitates easy adjustments and maintenance.
