Linx 9940 Spectrum
High Contrast Pigmented CIJ for Tough Production
The Linx 9940 Spectrum is designed for manufacturers who need high-contrast pigmented coding in challenging environments.
Built for difficult applications, it combines the speed and durability of the 9940 platform with pigmented ink performance for dark substrates. It is designed to help maintain legible, high-contrast codes while reducing the maintenance burden typically associated with pigmented printing.
With up to 6 lines of print, speeds up to 9.1 m/s and IP65 protection, the Linx 9940 Spectrum is built to make pigmented coding more reliable, easier to manage and better suited to demanding production lines.

Key Benefits of Linx 9940 High Speed CIJ Printer
High-Contrast Coding on Dark and Difficult substrates
- Positioned for high contast pigmented inkjet printer, the Linx 9940 Spectrum is suited to applications where strong contrast and durable coding are essential.
- It is designed for coding on:
- dark surfaces
- cables
- extrusions
- other applications requiring pigmented inks and high visibility
- It is designed for coding on:
- IP65 rated: Designed for harsh and washdown environments.
- Long shutdown capability: Can be powered down for up to one month without flushing or draining, then resume printing immediately.



Reduce Spectrum Maintenance Burden
- Weekly cleaning rather than daily cleaning: The Spectrum section states only weekly cleaning is required, unlike other pigmented printers that require daily cleaning.
- Service intervals up to 12 months: Twice that of other pigmented printers
- Reliable restart after shutdown: Supports immediate return to printing after longer shutdown periods.
Easy to Use in Production
The Linx 9940 high contast pigmented inkjet printer also includes features designed to support efficient day-to-day operation.
- On-board metre marking: Useful for extrusion and cable applications.
- Live code editing: Allows flexible coding changes during production.
- Remote monitoring with PrinterNet:
Supports line visibility and remote status monitoring.

Compatible with MK11 Mini Printhead
For applications that require smaller, high-quality codes, the Linx 9940 Spectrum can be specified with the optional MK11 Mini printhead.
- MK11 Mini printhead highlights for the Linx 9940 Spectrum
- Optional 50 μm precision nozzle for small, high-contrast codes
- Supports small QR and Data Matrix codes
- Compatible with selected, white-pigmented Spectrum ink options
- Up to 48% lower ink consumption, depending on application
- Up to 3 lines of print with MK11 Mini fitted
- Straight or right-angled Spectrum printhead options
- 2 m or 4 m conduit length options

Linx 9840 High Contrast Pigmented CIJ Applications
Food Packaging Coding
Apply best-before dates, expiry dates, batch numbers, lot codes and traceability information onto food packaging.
Beverage Coding
Apply high-speed date and batch coding on glass bottles, PET bottles, cans, caps and other packaging formats.
Packaging Coding
For flexible film, cartons, paperboard and rigid containers, apply clear product codes, batch information and traceability details onto packaging.
Wire and Cable Marking
Linx 9000 Series can support sequential coding, specification marking, metre marking and high-contrast identification.
Dairy Product Coding
Linx 9000 supports reliable date, lot and traceability coding for bottles, cartons and other dairy packaging in chilled, wet or fast-moving environments.
Metal Marking
The Linx 9000 support product identification, serial numbers, barcodes and compliance data on metal parts, cans and industrial components.
Technical Specifications

Printing Capability
- Up to 6 lines of print
- Print height range: 1.2 to 17 mm
- Maximum print speed: up to 9.1 m/s
- Designed for pigmented inks and high-contrast printing
- Suitable for dark surfaces, cables and extrusions

Programming Features
- 10” colour touchscreen platform
- On-board metre marking
- Live code editing
- Remote monitoring with Linx PrinterNet compatibility
- Real-time line visibility and status monitoring

Physical Characteristics
- IP65 rated
- Built to handle longer shutdowns without flushing
- Weekly cleaning rather than daily cleaning
- Vortex mixing tank for continuous pigment re-dispersion
- PureFlow 5x filtration
- Service intervals up to 12 months
Could the Linx 9940 High Contast Pigmented Inkjet Printer be the Right Fit for your Line?
Simple to run, easy to manage, and ready for changing coding needs.
Reach out — whether you call, chat, or fill in the form, our team will guide you toward the ideal setup for your line.
