Description
12.7mm Premium Pharma Blue Solvent Cartridge
High-Contrast Blue TIJ Ink for Pharmaceutical and Medical Packaging
Overview
Precision, legibility, and durability are critical in pharmaceutical packaging, where coding mistakes can lead to serious compliance issues. The 12.7mm Premium Pharma Blue Solvent Cartridge is a specialized thermal inkjet (TIJ) cartridge developed for pharmaceutical and medical manufacturers who demand extreme reliability and superior print clarity.
This cartridge is loaded with premium-grade blue solvent-based ink, designed specifically for non-porous and semi-porous surfaces such as blister foils, glass ampoules, laminated cartons, plastic bottles, and shrink wraps. It delivers vivid, fast-drying blue text that is highly visible against metallic or white backgrounds—ideal for regulatory data like batch codes, expiry dates, and serialization.
Compatible with all TIJ 2.5 / HP 45 thermal inkjet printers, this cartridge ensures clean, maintenance-free operation, making it the ideal solution for pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, and healthcare OEMs that require consistent quality with minimal operator effort.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Ink Type | Solvent-based pigment ink (Pharma Blue) |
| Technology | HP 45 Compatible (TIJ 2.5) |
| Color | Pharma Blue |
| Print Width | 12.7 mm (0.5 inch) |
| Ink Volume | ~42 ml |
| Drying Time | 1–3 seconds (on non-porous surfaces) |
| Resolution Support | Up to 600 x 600 DPI |
| Print Yield | Approx. 60,000–80,000 characters |
| Shelf Life | 12 months (sealed) |
| Surface Compatibility | Foil, plastic, glass, laminated paper, coated cartons |
| Ideal For | Blister packs, pharma cartons, ampoules, vials |
Key Benefits
High Visibility Blue Ink
The Pharma Blue pigment stands out against metallic foils and light-colored substrates, enhancing the readability of expiry dates, batch numbers, QR codes, and serialization data—essential for FDA, CDSCO, and global GMP compliance.
Fast-Dry Performance
Designed for high-speed packaging lines, the solvent formula dries instantly on foil, plastic, and laminate, ensuring smooth operations with no smearing or ink transfer.
Precision Printing for Compliance
With 600 DPI output, this cartridge supports barcodes, small text, logos, and GS1 DataMatrix serialization, which are now mandatory under many pharma regulations.
Plug-and-Print Operation
No ink maintenance. No leaks. No priming. Just plug the cartridge into your compatible TIJ printer and start printing—ideal for 24/7 batch coding applications.
Medical-Grade Durability
Once printed, the ink is smudge-proof, fade-resistant, and solvent-resistant, ensuring that traceability data remains intact through packaging, transport, and handling.
Ideal Applications
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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Batch & lot code printing on blister foil
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Expiry date and serial number printing
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Compliant marking on white or metallic background packs
Medical Device Packaging
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Accurate coding on medical device cartons, syringes, vials
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High-resolution printing for logos and labels on coated paper
Healthcare & OTC Brands
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High-contrast branding and tracking on laminated cartons and foil pouches
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Extended readability in storage and transit conditions
Compatible Surfaces
| Surface Material | Use Cases | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminum Foil | Blister packs, sachets | Excellent |
| PET/HDPE Plastic | Bottles, jars, containers | Excellent |
| Glass | Ampoules, vials, small jars | Good |
| Laminated Cartons | Medicine boxes, medical labels | Excellent |
| Shrink Films/BOPP | Multi-pack pharma products | Very Good |
Use Cases
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Regulatory Data Printing (MFG, EXP, LOT, MRP)
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GS1 Serialization & QR Codes
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Smudge-Proof Logos & Branding on Foil Packs
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Moisture-Resistant Ink for Export Pharma Boxes
Performance Advantages
| Feature | Business Impact |
|---|---|
| Pharma Blue Output | Vivid, clean contrast for compliance and legibility |
| Quick Drying | Prevents ink transfer during packing |
| No Smudging | Reduces returns, rejection, or legal risk |
| Durable Against Handling | Maintains print integrity during shipping |
| Sharp Output | Ideal for small barcodes and data printing |
FAQs
Q1: Is the blue ink readable on foil?
Yes. It’s specially formulated for pharma-grade visibility on aluminum and metallic foil, making batch and expiry info stand out clearly.
Q2: Can I use it for barcodes?
Absolutely. It supports 600 DPI and is GS1-compliant for barcode and QR code applications.
Q3: Will it print on blister packs?
Yes. It’s designed specifically for blister foils, pouches, and other coated pharma packaging.
Q4: Is this compatible with my printer?
If your printer uses HP 45 TIJ 2.5 cartridges, then this will work—regardless of brand (Sonic, Anser, Rynan, Meenjet, Sojet, etc.).
Q5: What is the shelf life?
12 months sealed. Once opened, use within 30–45 days for best results.
What’s in the Box?
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1 × 12.7mm Pharma Blue Solvent Cartridge
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Tamper-proof vacuum-sealed packaging
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Product label with batch & expiry
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User guide for storage & usage
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Optional: OEM/private label version (for dealers)


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