Formax AP4 Monochrome Digital Address Printer

The Formax AP4 High-Volume Monochrome Digital Address Printer is a robust and versatile solution for high-speed, in-line address printing. Designed to meet the demands of commercial printers, quick-print operations, and in-plant print shops, the AP4 offers exceptional print quality, speed, and user-friendly features.

Key Features:

• High-Speed Printing: Prints up to 26,000 #10 envelopes per hour and up to 34,000 postcards per hour.
• Wide Print Area: Industry-leading 4-inch print height with a 2+4+2 head configuration, allowing for a maximum print range of 12.75”.
• User-Friendly Touchscreen: 4.5” color touchscreen with adjustable backlight for easy operation and control.
• Versatile Print Options: Capable of printing addresses, return addresses, indicia, and custom taglines in a single pass.
• Integrated Feeder: Holds up to 500 #10 envelopes and accommodates materials up to 1/2” thick.
• Advanced Print Technology: Utilizes 8 high-capacity thermal inkjet cartridges for variable print resolutions up to 600 DPI.
• Flexible and Compatible: Available as a stand-alone model or combined with the AP12 Heavy-Duty Friction Feeder for increased capacity.

Enhanced Functionality

The AP4 Address Printer is equipped with three independent print head banks, providing a total 4-inch print height. The infeed transport deck with positionable transport belts and guides ensures precise print registration at high speeds. The user-friendly color touchscreen interface allows for job preview, output speed adjustment, troubleshooting, and cost estimation before printing.

Efficient and Cost-Effective

Designed for high-volume printing, the AP4 processes up to 1,250,000 pieces per month. Its robust construction and advanced features, including on-screen ink monitoring and job memory, ensure reliable performance and minimal downtime. The optional 3-foot conveyor stacker facilitates easy handling of printed pieces, enhancing productivity.

Flexible Printing Options:

The AP4 prints on a variety of coated and uncoated stocks, including UV paper, and supports TrueType fonts and spot color capabilities. This flexibility makes it ideal for addressing and labeling tasks in diverse printing environments.

Specifications:

• Print Technology: Thermal inkjet, 8 high-capacity cartridges
• Addressing Speed: Up to 26,000 #10 envelopes/hour; Up to 34,000 postcards/hour
• Print Quality: Up to 600 x 600 DPI
• Image Area: Up to 4” x 50”
• Material Size: Min: 5” L x 3” W; Max: 50” L x 15” W
• Material Thickness: Up to 12.7mm / 1/2”
• Duty Cycle: Up to 1,250,000 per month
• Memory: Up to 16GB
• Counters: Batch, job, lifetime
• Print Head Layout: 2-pen + 4-pen + 2-pen stitched design
• Feeder Capacity: Up to 500 #10 envelopes with optional AP12 Feeder
• PC Interface: USB 3.0, Ethernet
• Dimensions: 34” L x 25” D x 12” H
• Weight: 96 lbs
• Power: 115V 50/60 Hz