CW-C6500A Color Inkjet Label Printer (Gloss)

KEY FEATURES

Epson CW-C6500A Color Inkjet Label Printer with Auto Cutter.

Reliability you can count on — engineered by Epson for demanding applications; backed by industry-leading service and support.
The first printer specifically designed as a color upgrade to black-and-white thermal transfer printers¹ — with similar media handling capabilities, speed, features, and connectivity options, all at a comparable price point.
Enhanced productivity — eliminate the need to pre-print; speeds up to 5″ per second³; fast time to first label.
Astounding image quality — up to 1200 dpi resolution with various droplet sizes; crisp images comparable to pre-printed labels.
Seamless integration — compatible with ZPL II, major middleware, SAP, Windows^®, Mac^®, and Linux.
Remote printer management — for managing large fleets over the network.
Auto cutter included — ideal for fast, on-demand applications.
Applicator I/O control port for truly automated workflow — supports I/O commands; can be integrated into nearly any workflow.
Low cost — comparable to existing thermal transfer printers.²
Durable, high-quality labels — meets BS 5609 certification.⁴

8-inch Auto Cutter
With an 8″ built-in auto cutter covering the full spectrum of label sizes to create variable-length labels and enable easy job separation, these new ColorWorks models offer cost and inventory reductions compared to using pre-printed labels.

High-quality Printing
Epson-engineered PrecisionCore^® TFP^® printhead technology delivers ultra-sharp text and precise barcodes. It also produces varying droplet sizes that, coupled with a 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution, can produce a huge gamut of vibrant, accurate colors, smooth gradations, and fine image details. So, whether the challenge is to produce complex informational labels or high-quality product labels, the CW-C6000 series is up to the challenge.

ESC/Label and ZPL II Interface Languages
ZPL II capabilities allow you to experience the advantages of Epson inkjet technology without reprogramming existing systems. ESC/Label command extensions can be added to unlock the power of color. Leverage color for color-coded fields, product pictures, logos and marketing messages to improve overall business processes and brand image.

Remote Management Tools
Epson made the CW-C6000 family for large-scale enterprise environments. To support these high-volume scenarios, a wide range of remote management tools are available. These allow IT and support teams to remotely monitor the status of large fleets of printers, generate email alerts on items needing attention, remotely deploy firmware updates, set up complex network environments, and view or modify settings from any computer browser or Android^™ or Apple^® powered smartphone.

General-purpose I/O Port
Designed for mission-critical production, all CW-C6000 family printers come equipped with a general-purpose I/O port. This gives automation developers all the control they need to seamlessly integrate the printer into their automated workflow. The port provides all the necessary information on supply levels, status, faults, and readiness. Inputs enable users to pause, clean, and print.

Versatile Ink Types
The CW-C6000 family uses highly durable pigment-based inks with both gloss and matte versions available to best suit the labeling application. The gloss black ink can print on a wider variety of substrates. The matte black ink offers a darker, sharper black text and images on matte media. Both have been BS5609 certified⁵.

¹ The CW-C6000/C6500 family is the first to bring to market the combination of features of direct ZPL II printing, peel-and-present, remote printer management, companion four- and eight-inch models, applicator I/O interface, broad middleware support, and comparable price points.
² Printers and consumable costs are similar when comparing similarly featured leading brand thermal transfer printers and supplies for similar high-durability images on similar media.
³ In Max Speed Mode, 300 x 600 dpi, 3.5″ (89 mm) print width. Print speeds are based on the print engine speed only. The total throughput time for any label depends on factors including label size, file size, print resolution, speed of data transmission, etc.
⁴ ColorWorks CW-C4000 inkjet printer with UltraChrome^® DL pigment ink, used in combination with Neenah Kimdura™ poly media, has been BS-5609 certified.