Argox F1: Innovative Commercial Printer with Industrial Durability
The Argox F1 is a breakthrough in desktop printers, combining user-friendly features with industrial durability. It offers economical, highly efficient, and cost-effective printing solutions.
Key Features
- Up to 15,000 labels output per day
- 32-bit CPU, up to 6ips printer speed, 203 dpi direct thermal/thermal transfer printer
- 4 MB Flash, 8 MB DRAM memory standard
- Multiple communication interfaces: Parallel, Serial (baud rate is up to 115,200 bps), USB and PS/2 Keyboard
- Movable reflective and transmissive sensor, and Buzzer Warning System button
- Built-in CD display for 60-bit button operation/feedback displayer
- Twin-Eyed Sensor System, Ribbon Inside/Outside Auto-Switching, Auto-Form functions for user's friendly design
- Enhanced Cutter and Peeler module design for quick maintenance
- 360M ribbon & 8-inch media compartment
- Stand-alone operation through PS/2 interface
- Support 1D/GS1 Data Bar and 2D/Composite codes, QR code
- Full range of options: Cutter, Peeler, Stacker, font card, RTC card and PC keyboard / ArgoKee for stand-alone operation
- Printer Server external for Ethernet/Wireless or Bluetooth options
Twin-Eyed Sensor System: Allows for precise label detection and alignment, ensuring high-quality prints.
Unique Media Guze Lock: Secures media in place for consistent feeding and printing, preventing misalignments.
Ribbon Inside/Outside Auto-Switch: Automatically detects and adapts to ribbon installation, simplifying setup.
BUZZER Indicator: Provides audible alerts for printer status and errors, enhancing user experience.
Quick Maintenance: Features like the enhanced cutter and peeler module, along with easy ribbon access, facilitate swift maintenance.
User Friendly: With features like a movable sensor and intuitive interface, the F1 is designed for ease of use.
Connectivity: Supports various interfaces including Centronics Parallel, RS-232 Serial, USB 2.0, and PS/2 Keyboard.
Product Description
The Argox F1 is a versatile commercial printer designed for both commercial and industrial use. It excels in high-volume printing environments, capable of producing up to 15,000 labels daily. Its robust construction and advanced features ensure reliable performance and high-quality output. The printer supports multiple communication interfaces, making it adaptable to various system setups. The F1 is ideal for applications requiring durable and efficient barcode printing.
Image Description: The first image shows the Argox F1 printer with a keyboard connected, displaying "F1" on its screen. The second image shows the printer with its cover open, revealing the ribbon and media path, with labels being printed.
General Specifications
| Model name | F1 |
|---|---|
| Printing method | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer |
| Printing resolution | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) |
| Printing speed | Up to 6 ips (152 mm/s) |
| Printing length | 0.5" - 90" (13mm - 2286mm) |
| Printing width | Max 4.09" (104 mm) |
| Memory | 8MB DRAM (7MB user available)/ 4MB Flash ROM (3MB user available) |
| CPU type | 32 bit RISC microprocessor |
| Media sensor | Reflective (movable)/ See-through x 2 |
| Display | 2x16 LCD display/ LED indicators x 2 |
| Operation interface | Button x 6 |
| Communication interface | Centronics Parallel/ RS-232 Serial (baud rate 1200 - 115200 bps), USB 2.0 (full speed)/ PS/2 Keyboard |
| 1D Barcodes | PPLB: Code 128 UCC, Code 128 auto, Code 128 subset A/B/C, UCC/EAN 128, Interleaved 2 of 5, Interleaved 2 of 5 with check sum digit & human readable check digit, German Postcode, Matrix 2 of 5, UPC Interleaved 2 of 5, Code 39, Code 39 with check sum digit, Code 93, EAN-8 & EAN-13, 2&5 digit add-on, Codabar, Postnet, UPC-A 2&5 digit add-on, UPC-E 2&5 digit add-on, GS1 Data Bar |
| 2D Barcodes | PPLB: Maxicode, PDF-417, Data Matrix (ECC 200 only), QR code, Composite code |
| Fonts | Internal character sets standard: 5 alpha-numeric fonts with height from 0.049"-0.23". Internal fonts are expandable up to 24x 24. 4 direction 0°-270° rotation. Soft fonts are downloadable (up to 72 points). |
| Graphic | PCX bitmap, GDI, Binary raster |
| Software | ARGOX PPLB, Windows Driver (Win7/Win8/Win10/Win11), LINUX Driver, macOS Driver, Raspberry Pi Driver. Label editing software - ArgoBar Pro/ Print Utility/ Bartender/ Font Utility. |
| Maximum label roll diameter | 8" (203 mm) outside diameter/ Core size 1" and 3" (25.4mm-76 mm) ID |
| Media type | Roll-feed, die-cut, continuous, fan-fold, tags, thermal ticket, plain paper and fabric label. Max width 4.3" (110 mm), Min width 0.79" (20 mm). Thickness .0025"-.01" (.0635mm -.254mm). Max OD 8" (203mm). ID width 1" (25.4mm) (3" ID can be installed by media core adapter). |
| Ribbon | Wax, Wax/Resin, Resin (Inside Ribbon & Outside Ribbon available). Ribbon width - 1"- 4.3" (25.4mm - 110mm). Ribbon roll - max OD 2.9" (74 mm). Ribbon length - max 1182' (360 M). Core size - ID 1" core (25.4 mm). |
| Compact size | W390 x L309 x H255 mm |
| Weight | 16.5 lbs (7.5 kgs) |
| Power source | 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, internal universal power supply |
| Operation environment | 40°F - 104°F (4°C-40°C) / 10-90% non condensing/ Storage temperature -4°F-140°F (-20 °C-60 °C) |
| Optional items | Cutter, Dispenser, Stacker, RTC card, 2MB Asian Font card (Simply Chinese, Tradition Chinese, Japanese, Korean), ArgoKee |
| Safety Approval | CE, FCC, RoHS ? |
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