Matthews CT1000 Thermal Inkjet Printer

The CT1000 from Matthews Marking Systems is a compact and powerful thermal inkjet printer designed to bring flexibility, precision, and ease of use to production lines. This high-resolution printer delivers superior print quality on both porous and non-porous surfaces, making it a reliable solution for a wide range of coding and marking applications in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and industrial packaging environments.

Equipped with a 3.5” LCD screen and an intuitive WYSIWYG message editor, users can quickly create and adjust print messages directly from the device. Its lightweight, compact design allows for fast and flexible installation, making it easy to integrate into existing production lines with minimal disruption. The CT1000 is designed for low maintenance and dependable performance, keeping your operation efficient and on schedule.

Included

• Printer with integrated LCD Screen and built-in photoeye
• Wireless USB keyboard for printer control
• Mounting posts and brackets

Features

• High-resolution printing – Delivers crisp text, logos, and barcodes with print heights up to 0.5” and speeds up to 249 ft/min at 300 DPI.
• Compact, lightweight design – Weighs just 1.4 lbs and fits easily into tight spaces for seamless integration into any production line.
• Instant message editing with WYSIWYG interface – 3.5” LCD screen makes it easy to create, preview, and modify print jobs.
• Multicode support for full traceability – Prints 1D/2D barcodes, QR codes, Data Matrix, GS1 codes, and custom graphics.
• Remote connectivity and control – Monitor printer status and job progress from any standard web browser.
• Optimized ink performance – Reduce operational costs with efficient ink usage and minimal maintenance requirements.

The CT1000 supports 2D barcode printing, including GS1 DataMatrix and QR codes, making it a smart choice for compliance with upcoming labeling standards. Read our blog on GS1 Sunrise 2027 to learn what steps your business should take now.