Kappa 180

Kappa 180

Kappa 180

Product catalog summary
Introduction
Kappa 180 is a cutting-edge digital textile printer by Durst, offering significant ecological and economic advantages over traditional systems. It eliminates pre-printing processes, optimizes resource use, and allows for direct order reproduction, enhancing flexibility and customer satisfaction.

Technological Advancements
The Kappa 180 features Durst's proprietary Quadro printhead technology, specifically adapted for textiles with the QuadroZ system. It supports water-based inks and offers high-resolution printing up to 1680 dpi. The printer supports eight colors and includes an automatic nozzle cleaning system for uninterrupted operation.

Inks
Durst has developed Kappa Inks for various textile fibers, including:
  • Kappa Ink R for cotton and cotton blends.
  • Kappa Ink D for synthetic fibers and polyester blends.
  • Kappa Ink A for silk and silk blends.
These inks are environmentally friendly, offering deep black, vibrant colors, and excellent stability.

Software and Support
The GrandRIP+ software, developed with Caldera, enhances the printing process with features like tiling, color profiles, and multitasking control. The Kappa 180 also includes Durst Advanced Remote Diagnostics (DARD™) for monitoring and maintaining production efficiency.

Environmental and Economic Benefits
The Kappa 180 reduces water consumption by up to 90% and minimizes chemical use. It eliminates pre-printing processes, reducing setup times and costs. The Durst Costview software provides detailed cost and environmental impact analysis for each order.

Technical Specifications
The Kappa 180 supports a maximum printing width of 1950 mm and thickness up to 10 mm. It offers various printing modes with speeds up to 620 m²/h. The printer requires specific environmental conditions and connections for optimal operation.

Conclusion
The Durst Kappa 180 represents a significant advancement in digital textile printing, combining high performance, flexibility, and environmental responsibility, making it a valuable asset for modern textile production.
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Catalog excerpts

Kappa 180-1

durst Kappa 180 The New Benchmark in Digital Textile Printing

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Kappa 180-2

Durst is regarded as a pioneer in the field of photographie technology and has launched a host of innovations on the market in the course of its 80-year history. Over the past ten years Durst has played a decisive role in the adaptation of digital printing technologies in the wood, glass, ceramics and large-format printing sectors. In 2010 Durst brought out the Rhotex 320, a dye sublimation textile printer which immediately set new standards of quality in the industrial soft signage segment. With Kappa 180, Durst is now introducing a high-performance inkjet printer for the textile industry that...

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Benefits: High-performance, high-productivity digital printer Օ Alternative to flatbed screen printing Speedy response to market developments Օ Unlimited choice of designs and colors Substantially reduced setup times Օ Lower production costs Lower space requirements Օ Greener" technology ĕ Everything from a single source New market opportunities Օ Speedier return on investment

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Kappa 180-4

Durst Kappa 180 - everything from a single source Optimal image quality, coupled with genuine value added, has top priority for Durst customers. Accordingly, every effort has been - and is - made at the development stage to increase quality standards still further. Printheads Durst's proprietary Quadro printhead technology has been developed further for the Kappa 180 at the company's Kufstein Development Center, so that the specific requirements of the textile sector could be fulfilled with QuadroZ". The modified Durst QuadroZ Array system makes it possible to print on textiles with water-based...

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Durst Kappa 180 - Greener technology In addition to the impressive technical data, the Durst Kappa 180 is also innovative economically and ecologically, since it reduces water and power consumption compared with conventional methods, while at the same time offering total flexibility. Compared with conventional printing methods, the system is ready for printing within a few hours, water consumption is reduced by up to 90 percent, and only a fraction of the chemicals normally used are required. In addition to these environmentally friendly and cost-efficient innovations, the production of printing...

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Technical Data Printing width, material width, material thickness: Max. width 1950 mm, thickness up to 10 mm Feed-in: Integrated material input for roller diameter up to 300 mm optional: Corino feed-in with bar roller Օ optional: additional A-frame with center winder Printing blanket: With permanent adhesive and integrated washing facility Dryer: Hot-air dryer up to 150°C, steam or electric, with integrated rewinder; optional: plaiter Printheads: 32 Durst QuadroZ heads, 8 colors (4 heads each) Printing modes: Binary (7pl) and variable drop size (7-14-21 pl) Resolution: Standard 1056 x 600 dpi,...

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