Next generation legend printing system, JetRite, launched at Productronica 2007

KLG and PTL, both leaders in their fields, have jointly developed JetRite, the new UV inkjet system for PCB legend printing.

Based on digital technology, JetRite offers numerous advantages over more conventional legend printing techniques.  By eliminating time-consuming processes, it enables significant reduction of turnaround times even on small series and prototype work.  Its two-colour print option enables the system to deliver these benefits to more production jobs by seamlessly switching colour between batches.

For PCB manufacturers who compete on service levels and turnaround times of specialist, high technology and prototype boards, JetRite is the natural choice.  Its unique advantages include very fast print speeds at high resolution allowing consistent high quality printing on all production jobs. PTL’s CEO Rob Haslett explains: “As real estate on boards is increasingly scarce, it is essential that legend follow the trend towards accuracy and miniaturisation.  JetRite produces the smallest inkjet drops in the industry, enabling it to print high quality, well-defined characters that are just 0.5mm high”.

The technology also allows significantly improved product traceability by automatically printing variable data such as progressive serial numbers and barcodes onto each individual PCB.   Manufacturers can furthermore change legend easily and quickly on the fly, and where necessary, automatically X-out failed PCBs.  It is also far less wasteful of printing materials.

Wherever time to market is key, JetRite is the answer.   KLG’s excellent production engineering, global distribution and technical support, together with PTL’s technical development skills, combine to provide PCB manufacturers with an unbeatable inkjet legend printer and a real competitive edge.