Gongzheng Thunderjet AQ1602 UV
Entry-Level 1.6m RTR LED-UV Printer | 2× Epson I3200 U1 | GZ REI-3 UV Ink | 3-Year Outdoor | Built-in Head Heating | Water Cooling Platen | Anti-Collision | GREENGUARD Gold
OVERVIEW
The ThunderJet AQ1602UV is the entry-level 1.6m roll-to-roll LED-UV printer in the ThunderJet range — a compact, cost-effective introduction to LED-UV printing technology with professional-grade output. Powered by 2× Epson I3200 U1 PrecisionCore MicroTFP printheads and GZ-specific REI-3 UV ink (UL GREENGUARD Gold certified, 3-year outdoor durability), it delivers production-quality UV printing on banner, vinyl, coated PP, backlit textile, PVC film, and PET film. The unique Built-in Head Mount Heating System ensures reliable cold-weather performance, while the Water Cooling Platen, Anti-Collision Unit, Adjustable Stepping System, and White Ink Recirculation & Stirring System provide production-grade reliability in an accessible package.
- TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- WHY CHOOSE Gongzheng Thunderjet AQ1602 UV?
| Model | ThunderJet AQ1602UV |
| Technology | LED-UV Roll-to-Roll Printer — Entry-Level 1.6m |
| Print Heads | 2 × Epson I3200 U1 — PrecisionCore MicroTFP, 600 npi |
| Curing System | Dual Water Cooling LED UV Lamps |
| UV Ink | GongZheng REI-3 UV Ink — UL GREENGUARD Gold certified, 3-year outdoor durability |
| Color Configurations | 2×KCYM (color) 1×KCYM + W (color + white) W + 1×KCYM (white + color) |
| Ink Supply System | Bulk Ink Supply + White Ink Recirculation & Stirring System |
| Ink Tank Volume | 1,000 ml per channel |
| Printing Width | Max 1,600 mm (1.6 m) |
| Media Types | Banner, Coated PP, Vinyl, Backlit Textile, PVC Film, PET Film |
| Max Roll Diameter | 300 mm Max roll weight: 50 kg |
| Core Diameter | 3 in. (76.2 mm) or 2 in. (50.8 mm) |
| Print Speed — 2×KCYM Draft | 720 × 1200 dpi 204.51 ft²/hr |
| Print Speed — 2×KCYM Production | 720 × 1200 dpi 182.99 ft²/hr |
| Print Speed — 2×KCYM Hi-Res | 720 × 1800 dpi 139.93 ft²/hr |
| Print Speed — 2×KCYM Photo | 720 × 1800 dpi 118.40 ft²/hr118.40 ft²/hr |
| Print Speed — W+KCYM Draft | 720 × 1200 dpi 113.02 ft²/hr |
| Print Speed — W+KCYM Production | 720 × 1200 dpi 91.49 ft²/hr |
| Print Speed — W+KCYM Hi-Res | 720 × 1800 dpi 64.58 ft²/hr |
| Print Speed — W+KCYM Photo | 720 × 1800 dpi 53.82 ft²/hr |
| Platen System | Water Cooling Platen — prevents heat-sensitive substrate deformation |
| Safety Feature | Anti-Collision Unit — protects printhead carriage from misfeed damage |
| Stepping System | Adjustable Stepping System — serrated roller + individual adjustable pinch rollers |
| Head Heating | Built-in Head Mount Heating System — for cold-season stable jetting performance |
| Data Interface | External: Ethernet Internal: Fiber Optical |
| Software | FlexiPRINT TX22 / ONYX RIPCenter (optional) + GZ Printer Manager |
| Working Environment | Temperature: 23°C–29°C Humidity: 50%–80% |
| Power | Single Phase, 50Hz/AC, 220V±10%, 5.7A (Printer + UV Controller) |
| Packed Size | 2920 × 1050 × 750 mm |
| Installed Size | 2790 × 870 × 1520 mm |
| Gross Weight / Net Weight | 378 kg / 278 kg |
Description
Epson I3200 U1 — PrecisionCore MicroTFP
- Genuine Epson I3200 U1 — UV-specific variant with PrecisionCore MicroTFP technology and original 600 npi
- PrecisionCore MicroTFP (Thin Film Piezo) technology: thinner piezo films, faster actuation, more precise droplet control
- Delivers beautiful and smooth printing at high speed — particularly for gradient and fine-detail signage applications
- Built-in Head Mount Heating System — unique to AQ1602UV — warms printheads for reliable cold-season performance
- Capping & Wiping System: keeps printheads in good status for consistent output
- 2-head configuration with 3 selectable layouts: 2×KCYM (color) | 1×KCYM+W (color + white) | W+1×KCYM (white + color)
GZ REI-3 UV Ink — 3-Year Outdoor Durability
- GZ-specific REI-3 UV ink — purpose-developed for the ThunderJet AQ1602UV
- UL GREENGUARD Gold certified — low chemical emissions for indoor display and retail environments
- 3 years outdoor durability — suitable for car wrapping, outdoor banners, exterior signage, and vehicle graphics
- Wide color gamut for vibrant, high-impact signage applications
- Reliable output with optimised printhead life — formulated for the Epson I3200 U1
- Bulk ink supply system + White Ink Recirculation & Stirring System — 1,000 ml ink tanks per channel
White Ink Recirculation & Stirring System
- White ink is circulated at regular intervals during idle time — prevents UV white ink pigment sedimentation
- Dedicated ink stirring unit ensures smooth ink flow at all times — dual protection beyond simple recirculation
- Prevents printhead malfunctions caused by settled white ink — the primary white channel failure mode in UV printing
- Smooth ink flow essential for consistent white channel opacity across all printing configurations
- Critical for W+1×KCYM (white underflood before color) and 1×KCYM+W (color + white overcoat) configurations
Adjustable Stepping System & Media Handling
- One-piece roller with serrated texture for positive grip across all media types
- Individual adjustable pinch rollers — calibrated for different media thicknesses without tools
- Ensures accurate and wrinkle-free media stepping — critical for precise registration on multi-pass prints
- Water Cooling Platen — prevents heat-sensitive substrate deformation during LED UV curing
- Anti-Collision Unit — protects the printhead carriage from misfeed damage on production runs
- Max roll diameter: 300 mm | Max roll weight: 50 kg | Core: 3 in. (76.2 mm) or 2 in. (50.8 mm)
