Skip to Content

ArrowJet Aqua 330R Lite

High-Resolution Digital Pigment Inkjet Label Printer

The ArrowJet Aqua 330R Lite brings the power of Memjet’s DuraFlex® pigment inkjet technology to an affordable, compact label-printing solution.

Designed for short- and medium-run production, the Aqua 330R Lite prints in full CMYK color at up to 1600 × 1600 dpi, delivering vivid, durable results ideal for labels and flexible packaging.

Using water-based pigment inks, it’s ideally suited for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications, ensuring compliance and exceptional quality.

This system offers true plug-and-play simplicity, seamless integration with digital finishers, and the versatility to print on pre-die-cut or pre-printed materials — making it the perfect choice for businesses entering or expanding into digital label production.

0.00 Ft 0.00 Ft Tax Excluded













This combination does not exist.

Core Features


  • Memjet DuraFlex® Technology: CMYK single-pass inkjet engine for sharp, vibrant 1600 × 1600 dpi output.
  • High-Speed Performance: Prints at up to 150 ft/min (45 m/min) with field-upgrade options.
  • Flexible Media Handling: Supports substrates from 2 mil (0.05 mm) to 13.75 mil (0.35 mm).
  • Compact Roll-to-Roll Design: Handles rolls up to 19.7 inches (500 mm) in diameter with 3-inch (76 mm) cores.
  • Food-Safe Pigment Inks: Compliant with Nestlé Guidance for indirect food packaging.
  • Variable Ink Tanks: Choose between 2 L or 10 L CMYK ink systems.
  • Inline Finishing Compatibility: Works seamlessly with inline lamination and NIR dryer options.
  • Durable Aqueous Pigment Platform: Long-lasting, water-resistant prints suitable for industrial and consumer labels.


Benefits


  • Affordable Digital Entry: Bring professional-grade digital printing in-house at a fraction of the cost.
  • Exceptional Print Quality: Crisp text, smooth gradients, and brilliant color density up to 1600 dpi.
  • Production Flexibility: Easily adapts to both short-run and continuous label workflows.
  • Sustainable Solution: Water-based inks minimize VOC emissions and reduce the environmental footprint.
  • Simple Operation: Intuitive controls, fast job setup, and minimal maintenance.
  • Expandable System: Integrates with a wide range of digital finishing and converting units.


Ideal Applications


  • Pressure-sensitive labels
  • Food and beverage packaging
  • Pharmaceutical and healthcare labels
  • Industrial and chemical labeling
  • Flexible and shrink packaging
  • Variable-data and custom short-run jobs


Operational Advantages


  • Compact & Efficient: Ideal for small to medium-scale production environments.
  • Field-Upgradeable Speed: Start at 21 m/min and scale up to 45 m/min as production grows.
  • Stable Output: Precision-engineered for consistent color and registration accuracy.
  • Eco-Friendly Operation: Utilizes water-based pigment inks and energy-efficient drying.
  • Integrated Workflow: Compatible with Arrow’s full range of digital label finishers for complete end-to-end production.


Technical Specifications


Manufacturer

Arrow Systems, Inc.

Printing Color

CMYK Single Printhead – Memjet DuraFlex® Technology

Printing Resolution

1600 × 1600 dpi / 1600 × 954 dpi / 1600 × 640 dpi

Printing Speed

90 ft/min (27.4 m/min), 150 ft/min (45.7 m/min)*

Max Media Width

15.75″ (400 mm)

Max Printing Width

12.75″ (324 mm)

Max Roll Diameter

19.7″ (500 mm)

Core Size

3″ (76 mm)

Substrate Thickness Range

2 mil (0.05 mm) – 13.75 mil (0.35 mm)

Supported Materials

Coated Paper, PP, PET, PVC, BOPP, Mylar, Tyvek, and more

Ink Capacity

2 L or 10 L CMYK Tank Options

Printing Platform

High-Durability Pigmented Aqueous Inkjet

Web Speed

Up to 50 m/min

Inline Features

Inline Lamination and NIR Dryer (Option)

Operating Temperature

68–86 °F (20–30 °C), RH 30–50% Non-Condensing

Storage Temperature

50–104 °F (10–40 °C), RH ≤ 65% Non-Condensing

Dimensions (L × W × H)

71.8″ × 56.1″ × 57.9″ (1825 × 1425 × 1471 mm)

Power Requirements

Three-Phase 220 V AC, 30 A, 50/60 Hz

Air Source

6 Bar

Optional Modules

Inline Rotary Slitter / Lamination, High-Speed Gap & BM Sensor, RIP Software, Inline NIR Dryer, Additional Flexo Stations, Speed Upgrade (150 mpm)


Key Features of Chirip RIP Software


High-Speed Rasterisation Engine

As of now, Chirip processes PDFs into high-quality raster output with optimised multi-core performance, reducing processing time in production environments.

Advanced Colour Management (ICC-Based)

Supports full ICC workflows, including:


  • Device-link profiles
  • Grayscale and black preservation
  • Spot colour and named colour (like Pantone and RAL) replacement


Ensures consistent and predictable colour output across different print jobs and devices.

RIP Software for Multiple Printing Technologies

Chirip is designed to work across:


  • Industrial inkjet printing systems
  • Digital printing environments
  • Professional printing solutions

This flexibility allows long-term scalability and compatibility with evolving printing technologies.

Headless RIP Engine for Automation

The core RIP engine operates via command-line interface (CLI), enabling:


  • Full automation
  • Server-side processing
  • Integration into production pipelines


Ideal for OEMs and automated print systems.

Modular and Scalable Architecture

Chirip can be deployed as:


  • A standalone RIP system
  • A fully integrated OEM component
  • A scalable multi-system solution

Is It for You?

Chirip is designed to meet the industry’s current and future requirements while maximizing quality and productivity.

Discover more Contact us

Use Cases for RasterMaster

OEM & Integration Use Cases

(Primary)

Embedding a RIP engine into new printer systems

Replacing or upgrading legacy RIP components

Building automated print workflows

Developing custom printing solutions

Production Use Cases

(Secondary)

Increasing print throughput

Improving color consistency

Reducing manual workflow steps

Supporting complex print jobs

Who Should Use Chirip?

Printer manufacturers (OEMs)


Industrial print service providers


Engineering and R&D teams


System integrators


Software developers working with printing technologies


Product Packages

Chirip packages are designed to scale across different printing technologies and operational needs, from integration-focused OEM environments to fully managed production workflows.

Discover more Contact us

Chirip Core

The foundation for high-performance rasterization and automated workflows. Best suited for OEMs, developers, and system integrators who require a headless, integration-ready RIP engine.

Chirip Pro

Extended functionality with user interfaces and workflow control. Best suited for print environments that require both performance and operational control through a user interface.

Chirip Fusion

Customized solution designed to meet specific integration requirements. Best suited for OEMs and partners with specific technical or architectural needs.


Features of the Product Packages​

Output & Verification
  • Flexible composing and sending printer-compatible data streams
  • Bilevel data preview and verification
Platform support
  • Linux (Debian-based distributions)
  • Windows (10 and above)
Color Management
  • Advanced color profile management and assignment (ICC)
  • DeviceLink profile support and generation (ink limiting, color mapping)
  • Open spot color system with custom color libraries and flexible mapping workflows
  • Color profiling workflow support (measurement-based)
  • Grayscale and black channel preservation

Chirip Core

High-performance rasterization and automation for OEMs, developers, and integrators needing a headless, integration-ready RIP engine.

Integration
  • Command-line interface for easy automation and integration across standalone devices and server environments
  • Full offline operation
Processing & Performance
  • High-performance processing (multi-threaded, hardware-accelerated)
  • Advanced variable data printing (VDP) engine with layered composition and blending support
  • Deterministic rendering and full reproducibility
Adaptive media size handling for cut-sheet and continuous printing
Color matching and color replacement
Cost estimation (ink, printhead usage, media)
Printer presets (device configuration)
Flexible copy and collation handling
Advanced print layout and imposition tools (positioning, scaling, rotation, bleed)
Desktop application for print project preparation
Full-featured REST API for workflow automation and integration

Chirip Pro

Enhanced functionality with UI and workflow control for high-performance print environments.

Advanced support agreement (dedicated support, SLA, maintenance)
Advanced job management, storage, and queueing
Print engine supervisor for integrated hardware control
Production analytics and reporting
Vision system integration
Custom OEM and system-level integration

Chirip Fusion

Customized solution for OEMs and partners with specific integration and technical requirements.

Service and Customer Experience

Besides delivering the software, we provide a structured and transparent collaboration model.


 

Technology

Direct technical support

 

Accessability

Transparent issue tracking

 

Availability

Continuous communication throughout integration and operation



Directives

Guidance during implementation.


 

Conversations

Technical consultation.



Personalization

Custom development when required

Next Steps

Ready to integrate Chirip into your workflow?


Contact with our team

Technical Specifications

For those interested in more detail, the full technical specifications are available below.


Discover more Contact us

Core Capabilities


  • High-quality rasterization in RGB and CMYK
  • ICC-based color management with device-link support
  • Custom dithering and screening engine
  • PDF-optimized processing
  • Multi-layer composition with blend modes

System Architecture


  • Modular and scalable design
  • Multi-threaded processing
  • CLI-based headless operation
  • REST API and service-based orchestration
  • Full offline operation

Supported Formats


  • Input:
    • PDF (Grayscale, RGB, CMYK, mixed)
  • Output:
  • Bi-level data
    • ORF (Ophrys Raster Format)
    • BMP (visualization)
  • Continuous tone
    • TIFF
  • PNG

System Capabilities


  • Operating Systems:
    • Windows 10+
    • Linux (kernel 6.0+)
    • macOS (planned)
  • Minimum hardware:
    • x64-based system
    • Dual-core CPU @ 2.0 GHz (AVX2)
    • 32GB RAM
    • 512 GB SSD
  • Recommended hardware:
    • x64-based system
    • Octa-core CPU @ 4.5 GHz (AVX-512)
    • 64 GB+ RAM
    • 1 TB NVMe SSD
  • Performance optimization tips:
  • RamDisk usage

Performance Security


  • Optimized for SIMD instructions
  • Multi-core scaling for high-speed processing
  • Hardware-bound licensing for secure and stable deployment