Shachihata TAT Ink Date Rotating Stamp NFD-3GT / NFD-4GT / NFD-5GT
The Shachihata date rotating stamp designed for TAT ink is an essential marking tool for printing manufacturing dates (MFG), expiration dates (EXP), shipment dates, and inspection timelines directly on products, packaging materials, and internal records across manufacturing facilities, export processing zones, and enterprises. Engineered to maintain rubber band resilience when paired with Shachihata TAT industrial specialty inks, the unit ensures stable imprint quality across challenging, non-porous surfaces.
Key Advantages of Shachihata TAT Date Rotating Stamps
Solvent Resistance for Specialized TAT Inks
The core advantage of model codes with the "GT" suffix lies in their chemical-resistant synthetic rubber bands. Industrial TAT ink is a fast-drying formulation containing volatile solvents that can cause standard rubber bands to harden, swell, or deteriorate. Through Shachihata's rubber processing technology, the stamp bands retain their elasticity and durability without losing shape during prolonged contact with TAT inks.
Flexible Date Adjustment Mechanism
The stamp features independently rotating bands containing digits from 0 through 9 alongside dot separators, enabling clear and organized date formatting (such as day.month.year). The adjustment wheels turn smoothly while positive detents hold the bands securely in place, minimizing the risk of characters shifting during repetitive stamping.
Industry-Standard Gothic Font for Clean Imprints
Characters are molded in a clean Gothic typeface characterized by uniform, sharp strokes. This layout prevents excessive ink buildup along character edges, producing crisp impressions that are easy to read visually and well-suited for automated optical inspection systems.
Sturdy Impact-Resistant Metal Frame
The outer frame is built from durable, corrosion-resistant metal to protect the internal adjustment mechanisms and withstand mechanical pressure during high-frequency assembly line stamping. The ergonomically molded plastic handle provides a comfortable, secure grip that distributes downward force evenly across the target surface.
Detailed Specifications of Shachihata TAT Date Rotating Stamps
Item Code | Character Size | Dimensions | Order Code | Packaging Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NFD-3GT | 5 mm | W38.3 x L28.5 x H97.6 mm | 007709 | Piece |
| NFD-4GT | 4 mm | W34.4 x L28.5 x H94.1 mm | 007710 | Piece |
| NFD-5GT | 3 mm | W29.9 x L26.0 x H82.7 mm | 007711 | Piece |
Note: Dimensions follow Width (W) x Length (L) x Height (H). Digits range from 0 to 9, used in combination with an external stamp pad.
Practical Industrial and Enterprise Applications
Industrial Manufacturing and Fabrication: Mark production and dispatch dates directly onto electronic components, plastic enclosures, metal parts, tubing, or plastic films.
Food, Pharmaceutical, and Packaging Lines: Stamp expiration (EXP) and manufacturing (MFG) dates onto aluminum bottle caps, glass jars, shrink films, or coated glossy labels.
Logistics and Record Management: Mark receiving dates, pallet audit schedules, and incoming/outgoing shipping documents.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Does the Shachihata NFD date rotating stamp include built-in ink?
No. This is a non-inked mechanical rotating stamp that requires a separate external stamp pad. For industrial non-porous surfaces, it should be paired with a dedicated Shachihata TAT ink pad and compatible TAT ink.
2. What is the difference between NFD-3GT, NFD-4GT, and NFD-5GT?
The primary distinction is the character height:
NFD-5GT (3 mm character height): Suited for compact stamping spaces, small labels, component tags, or small table cells.
NFD-4GT (4 mm character height): Standard balanced size suitable for most product packaging, cartons, and production routing tags.
NFD-3GT (5 mm character height): Larger character size suited for bulk shipping cartons or markings requiring visibility from greater distances.
3. How should the rubber bands be cleaned after using fast-drying TAT ink?
Use dedicated TAT solvent. If dry ink builds up on the rubber bands, apply a small amount of TAT solvent to an absorbent paper or clean lint-free cloth and stamp repeatedly to soften and remove residue, keeping impressions sharp and extending product lifespan.
