DOTshrink/FCM System
DOTshrink/FCM SYSTEM
The LUL approved DOT-FCM Flexible Cable Markers, which are made from a high quality LSOH (Low Smoke Zero Halogen), UV Stable and Fire Retardant material, are an easy to print alternative to the DOTcard System.
Complimented by our range of DOTshrink Heat shrink Tubing and allows users to produce over 3,550 cable markers per hour. All are printed via the reliable and easy to use DOT-FCM / Shrink System thermal transfer printer, which provides accurate printing of all sizes of our DOT-FCM Flexible Cable Markers, DOTshrink Heat shrink Tubing and DOTwrap4x2 wraparound self-adhesive labels.
DOT Group International
EngraveCo has teamed with a UK based company DOT group International for the in house use, supply and distribution of Thermal Printers that are specifically designed to provide the most cost effective and time efficient labeling solutions for the Electrical and Industrial market.
DOTgroup International is the UK’s leading independent manufacturer and supplier of Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechanical and Safety Labeling and Identification Solutions. DOTgroup International have supplied and supported some of the most high profile projects around the world and has regularly been selected as the nominated, preferred or specified supplier to an enviable list of Blue Chip clients.
Tested Accreditation's
The following Test Accreditation’s have been attained from an independent UKAS certified Test House for the full range of DOT-FCM Flexible Cable Markers:
DOT-FCM / DOTshrink System Thermal Printers
The DOT-FCM / DOTshrink System Printer is a reliable, easy to use thermal transfer printer, which offers users high speed, high performance printing at a low cost. It provides accurate printing of our DOT-FCM range of Flexible Cable Markers, DOTshrink Heat shrink Tubing and DOTwrap4x2 wraparound self-adhesive labels whenever it is required with the minimum of operator training and maintenance. Please contact us for full technical specifications.Key features & specifications include:
Print speeds of up to 125mm per second
Prints DOT-FCM Flexible Cable Markers, DOTshrink Heat shrink Tubing & DOTwrap4x2 wraparound self-adhesive labels
Adjustable label guides which keep all widths of continuous media centrally aligned (4-105mm)
Large, easy to use navigation pad and LCD screen to front of printer
Solid dye-cast aluminium chassis with easy folding cover
All popular font types, character sets, graphics and linear barcodes supported
Power – 100-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz, PFC. Consumption 300W max.
Serial RS232 C and high-speed USB ports fitted as standard
Print – Thermal Transfer
Printer size – H: 274mm x W: 242mm x D: 446mm
Printer weight – 9 kg
Resolution – 300 dpi
Approvals – CE, FCC Class A, CB, CCC and UL
DOT-FCM – Flexible Cable Markers
Print over 3,550 cable markers per hour (using 75mm/s standard print speed)
Two label widths (13mm & 27mm) and lengths (76mm & 102mm) available ex-stock
Two standard colours yellow and white available ex-stock
DOT-FCM black ribbon provides superior resistance to scratching and solvents
Cable markers produced with easy to tear perforation
Quick and easy to install cable markers using cable ties
Centralised gap in cable markers and gap sensor in printer mean no lining up required, minimising label wastage
Cable markers attached in continuous format – no more losing loose labels
DOT-FCM Flexible Cable Markers bend to shape of round cables
Spool quantities of either 245 or 325 (approx) – less frequent changing required
Solid thermal transfer printer made for industrial environments
Pre-formatted DOT-FCM templates in user friendly DOTlabel Software, which can import information direct from Word and Excel
DOT-FCM / Shrink System prints all sizes of DOT-FCM Flexible Cable Markers, all sizes of DOTshrink Heatshrink Tubing and DOTwrap4x2 wraparound self-adhesive labels
Pre-print service available on requestDOT-FCM 1376 Cable Markers are 76mm x 13mm in size and packaged 325 Cable Markers per spool
DOT-FCM 13102 Cable Markers are 102mm x 13mm in size and packaged 245 Cable Markers per spool
DOT-FCM 2776 Cable Markers are 76mm x 27mm in size and packaged 325 Cable Markers per spool
DOT-FCM 27102 Cable Markers are 102mm x 27mm in size and packaged 245 Cable Markers per spool
DOTshrink Heatshrink Tubing
Manufactured from flame retarded military grade Polyolefin, DOTshrink Heatshrink Tubing meets the requirements of a wide range of industrial and high technical standards and are also very versatile through excellent balance of chemical, electrical and mechanical properties.
The operating temperature range of DOTshrink Heatshrink Tubing is –55˚C to +135˚C, they are unaffected by water and offer excellent resistance to commonly encountered industrial chemicals.
DOTshrink Heatshrink Tubing is supplied on continuous spools of up to 30 metres and printed via our DOT-FCM / DOTshrink System thermal transfer printer. The pre-formatted, user-friendly DOTlabel Software allows information to be imported direct from Word and Excel, as well as having an automatic sequencing feature.
The advantage of producing DOTshrink Heatshrink Tubing on a continuous spool is twofold. Firstly, it allows clients to change the length of each individual marker sleeve without changing the spool each time by simply selecting another template in DOTlabel Software, and more importantly, it’s more cost effective.
DOT-FCM / DOTshrink System Perforator / Cutter
The DOT-FCM / DOTshrink System Perforator / Cutter is specially designed for perforating or cutting the range of DOTshrink Heat shrink Tubing. Cutter options include a choice of cut after each label, cut after a specific quantity of labels or cut at the end of a print job (batch cut) and the cutters have a durability of more than 500,000 cuts depending on the thickness of material.
Quick and easy to install – simply unscrew front panel using the on-board tool, plug lead into peripheral connection, tighten screw to secure then you’re ready to go. Full details available on request.
Key features & specifications include:
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Excellent blade durability
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Self-sharpening blades
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Performs circular cut
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Optional cutter tray available
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Low maintenance
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Removable blades
DOTwrap4x2 self-adhesive wraparound labels
The features and benefits of our DOTwrap4x2 self-adhesive wraparound labels are as follows:
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Ideal for identifying cables already connected
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Quick and easy to install
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Print area protected by long transparent tail
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Large 49mm x 26mm print area - ideal for large text or multiple lines of text
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High strength adhesive for long term identification
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Labels supplied on continuous rolls – no more wasted labels
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Any size or colour can be made to order (MOQ will apply)
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Labels can be manufactured with company logo’s (MOQ will apply)
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Printed via same DOT-FCM / Shrink System Printer which prints both the full range of DOT-FCM Flexible Cable Markers as well as all sizes of DOTshrink Heat shrink Tubing
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Printed via DOTlabel Software which has DOTwrap4x2 templates pre-installed
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Print over 2,600 DOTwrap4x2 self-adhesive wraparound labels per hour
DOTwrap4x2 are 98mm x 49mm in size and have a printable area of 49mm x 26mm and are packaged 1,000 labels per roll.
