Date coding printers.
MFG & EXP dates.
Built for your line.
Choose CIJ, TIJ, laser or handheld inkjet printing for your bottles, cartons, pouches and production line. Better Code helps select the printer and ink, with sample testing before you decide.
Find the right coding technology
Make every product identifiable
Bottles, cartons, pouches and films need different coding solutions. We assess your material, line speed and print requirements before recommending a model.
Mark PET bottles and non-metals
FASTJET F7100C Series
CO2 laser marking for non-metal materials. Match the wavelength to coated cartons, PET bottles and other applications through sample testing.
Explore F7100C CO₂ lasers
Which date coding printer fits your application?
Start with the material and workflow: continuous production-line printing, batch coding or ink-free marking. Compare the four options before choosing a model.
| Type | Best suited to | Materials / selection | Check before choosing | Models and details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIJ | Continuous production-line coding | Bottles, pouches, cartons and surfaces compatible with the ink | Ink type, line speed, print position and distance | Explore CIJ printers → |
| TIJ | Text, barcodes and QR codes on packaging | Cartons, labels and films with suitable ink | Cartridge, printhead distance and product movement | Explore TIJ printers → |
| Laser | Permanent marking without ink | Select CO2, UV or fiber for the material and tested result | Mark quality, speed, guarding and fume extraction | Explore laser marking → |
| Handheld inkjet | Batch work or bringing the printer to the product | Cartons, labels and surfaces tested with the selected ink | Surface flatness, message size and consistent hand movement | Explore the S510 → |
Material, colour, coatings, speed and message size affect print quality. Test actual products before selecting a printer and ink. Need a printer with a conveyor? Explore the S500 coding package.
Send product photos, material details, print content and daily output to Better Code for assessment.
Go beyond coding
Connect your production line
Reduce repetitive tasks, connect machines and use production data to support decisions. Start with the bottleneck, then scale to fit your business.
Understand your application
Your product, process and production challenge
Design around your line
Space, speed and connection requirements
Install and test
Verify operating conditions before handover
Train and support
Help your team operate with confidence
Understand your options
Invest in the right solution
Practical guides and answers to help you discuss your application, compare technologies and assess operating costs.
Questions
before you invest
Not sure where to begin?
Better Code can assess your product samples and production process.
Are date coders and date printers the same thing?
Yes. Both terms describe equipment that prints manufacturing dates, expiry dates and lot numbers. Better Code offers handheld TIJ printers for batch work, conveyor-mounted systems such as FASTJET CIJ and TIJ F3500 and laser marking systems for ink-free marking. Choose according to material, line speed and code content, then test your actual product before deciding.
Should I choose CIJ or TIJ for date coding?
Consider the material, ink, printing distance, line speed and operating hours together. Test an actual sample to check print quality and adhesion before selecting a model.
How do I choose between CO2 and UV lasers?
The F7100C uses CO2 laser technology with wavelengths selected for substrates such as coated paper and PET. The F7100U uses 355 nm UV technology for suitable plastics and polymers. Test the mark on your actual material before choosing a system.
What should I test before buying?
Print your actual message on the actual material. Check clarity, drying time, adhesion and print position, then assess line speed and installation requirements.
How much does a date coding printer cost?
Price depends on the technology, model, number of printheads, ink or laser type, and installation accessories. Share your material, message size and line speed or daily output so we can recommend a suitable configuration and quotation. Compare operating costs as well as the initial purchase price.
What operating costs should I consider beyond the printer price?
Consider ink and consumables, maintenance, replacement parts, downtime and after-sales support against your print volume and operating pattern.
Does an SME need to automate the entire production line?
You can start with a bottleneck or repetitive process, assess the results and expand later. Consider output, available space and budget together.
Can existing machinery connect to production software?
We first need to check the machine models, communication interfaces and accessible data. These determine the appropriate dashboard, integrations and functions.
What information do I need for a quotation?
Prepare site photos or videos, product samples, materials, dimensions, print content, line speed, installation space and the improvements you want to achieve.
Where can I buy manufacturing and expiry date printers?
Better Code Co., Ltd. supplies handheld date printers, S500 conveyor packages and FASTJET CIJ, TIJ and laser systems for production lines. Call +66 2 170 9611, contact LINE @bettercode or use the quotation button on this website. Product samples can be submitted for print testing before selection.
How do handheld, conveyor-package and production-line printers differ?
Handheld printers suit batch work where the printer is brought to the product. The S500 package supports handheld use or conveyor mounting with sensor-triggered printing. Production-line CIJ, TIJ and laser systems code products as they move continuously past the print position. Select the technology according to material, speed and code content.
How does daily print volume affect printer selection?
A handheld printer or S500 package may suit intermittent or batch work. Continuous all-day conveyor production generally calls for a line-mounted system. Achievable speed depends on the model, message size and substrate. Share your daily output, conveyor speed and product samples for assessment and print testing.
Start with your production challenge
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Send product photos, print requirements or a short video of your production line.
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