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Formax AP2 Entry Level Address Printer

Formax AP2 Entry Level Address Printer

Compact and User Friendly
The AP2 Monochrome Digital Address Printer with Integrated Feeder combines user-friendly features in a rugged, compact machine. This tabletop solution prints up to 22,000 #10 envelopes per hour, with variable print resolutions up to 600 DPI, and the capability to print on a variety of coated and uncoated paper stocks.

Its 4.5” color touchscreen features an adjustable backlight, and allows users full control of functions, including the ability to store and recall common print jobs, up to 16GB. The integrated feeder holds up to 500 #10 envelopes at a time, and can handle materials up to 1/4” thick. The fixed print head uses 4 thermal inkjet cartridges simultaneously to produce an image area up to 2” x 15”, and can be adjusted to a maximum vertical print range of 10.75”.

Additional user-friendly features include on-screen ink monitoring for both percentage used and approximate pieces remaining, USB 3.0/LAN/WiFi connectivity, the ability to print any TrueType font, spot color capability, and batch/job/lifetime counters. Options include a conveyor stacker for easy handling after printing, and an infrared dryer.

The AP2 Address Printer provides a durable, affordable and intuitive solution for schools, small offices, churches, associations and entry-level mailers.

Operating Features

  • User-Friendly Touchscreen: 4.5” color touchscreen with adjustable backlight
  • Fast: Prints up to 22,000 #10 envelopes per hour, up to 30,000 postcards per hour
  • Fixed Head: 4-pen stitched single-head design
  • Job Memory: Store and recall common print jobs, up to 16GB
  • Integrated Feeder: Holds up to 500 envelopes
  • USB 3.0 / LAN / WiFi Connectivity: Easily connect to your print source
  • Batch / Job / Lifetime Counters: Keep an accurate count of addressed pieces
  • On-Screen Ink Monitor: Displays ink status (% used and approximate pieces remaining)

    • Printing Features

  • Inkjet Technology: Uses 4 thermal inkjet cartridges
  • Variable Print Resolution: 150 DPI (600 x 150) up to 600 DPI (600 x 600)
  • Image Area: Up to 2” high by 15” long
  • True Type Enabled: Print any True Type font installed on a PC
  • Spot Color Capability: Blue, Red, Green, Invisible
  • Versatile Print: Prints on a variety of coated and uncoated stocks

    • Options / Supplies

  • AP10 3-foot Conveyor/Stacker with Tabletop Legs and Catch Tray: Neatly holds printed pieces for easy removal
  • Infrared Dryer: Provides quicker drying time
  • Bulk Mailer Software: PAVE/CASS presorting, data management, Intelligent Mail barcode support
  • Thermal Inkjet Cartridges: Available in various formulations for UV coated, non-coated, quick-drying, color, and invisible security inks

    • Technical Specifications

    Print Technology:

    Thermal inkjet, 4 high capacity cartridges
    Addressing Speed: Up to 22,000 #10 envelopes/hour
    Up to 30,000 postcards/hour
    Print Quality: Up to 600 x 600 DPI
    Imaging Area: Up to 2” x 15”
    Material Size: Min: 5” L x 3” W
    Max: 15” L x 13.5” W
    Material Thickness: Up to 6.3mm / 1/4”
    Duty Cycle: Up to 500,000 per month
    Memory: Up to 16GB
    Counters: Batch, job, lifetime
    Print Head Layout: 4 pen stitched design
    Fonts: All TrueType fonts available on PC
    Ink Monitor: Intelligent cartridge tracking
    Feeder Capacity: Up to 500 #10 envelopes
    Print Orientation: Right to left
    Software: Drivers for Windows 7 and higher
    PC Interface: USB 3.0, Ethernet, WiFi
    Diagnostics: Built into firmware
    Dimensions: 23” L x 22” D x 19” H
    Weight: 60 lbs.
    Power: 115VAC 50/60 Hz

    Additional Information

    Formax AP2 Brochure