Thermal Printer Head

Product specification：

Product name	Thermal Printhead
MOQ	1PCS
Conditional	New original/Compatible
Packaging	Anti Static Bag+Bubble bag+foam box+Carton box
Warranty	1 years

 

The Operating Principle

A thermal printhead creates an image or text by heating certain portions of a coated thermal paper. The paper used in thermal printing contains a heat-sensitive coating. The printhead is made up of a row of heating elements arranged in a pattern that corresponds to the picture or text to be printed. When an electric current is passed via the heating element, heat is produced, causing the thermal paper to darken in the affected areas.

 

Thermal Printhead Varieties

Thermal printheads are classified into two types: direct thermal printheads and thermal transfer printheads.

Thermal Direct Printhead

Direct thermal printing applies heat directly from the printhead to the thermal paper to print an image or text. Ribbons or any other intermediary for the printing process are not required. The direct thermal printhead can only print black-and-white images or text and is best suited for printing barcode labels, tags, and receipts.

 

Printhead for Thermal Transfer

In thermal transfer printing, ink is transferred from a ribbon to thermal paper. The printhead heats the ribbon, causing the ink to melt and transfer to the paper, where it is absorbed. Thermal transfer printing yields high-quality images and text, making it ideal for printing content that demands high-resolution or color printing.

 

Thermal Printhead Components

The printhead is composed of several components that work together to create the desired output. A thermal printhead's key components are:

1. Heating Components

The heating components are small resistors that convert electrical energy into heat energy, which is then used to generate images or text. A printhead's heating components can range from 200 to 2000.
 

2. Circuits of Control

The control circuits are in charge of controlling the flow of electricity to the heating components. The circuitry might be built inside the printhead itself or attached via a separate board.

Ceramic Substrate 3

The heating components are housed in the ceramic substrate, which is a thin piece of ceramic material. It helps to insulate and support the heating elements.

 

4. contact pads

Contact pads are tiny metal sensors that connect the printer's printhead to the rest of the machine. They are required for electrical signal transmission from the printer to the printhead.

 

Thermal Printhead Applications

Thermal printheads are employed throughout a wide range of industries and applications. Among the most common applications are:

1. Commercial

Thermal printers are widely used in retail to print price tags, barcode labels, and receipts.

2. Medical care

In the healthcare industry, thermal printers are commonly used to print patient identifying wristbands, admission labels, and medication labels.

3. Logistics and transportation

Thermal printers are used to print shipping labels, tracking tags, and package labels in the transportation and logistics business.

4. Production

In the industrial industry, thermal printers are used to print lot numbers, product information labels, and barcodes.

Thermal Printhead Maintenance

Regular maintenance is necessary to guarantee that the printhead functions optimally and lasts as long as possible. The following tips for maintaining thermal printheads may be useful:

1. Organizing

Cleaning the printhead using a lint-free cloth and isopropyl alcohol on a regular basis aids in the removal of dust and debris that can obstruct the printing process.

2. Adjustment

To ensure that the heating components are properly aligned, the printhead should be calibrated on a regular basis. Misalignment can result in poor print quality and printhead damage.

3. Make Use of High-Quality Thermal Paper

The use of high-quality thermal paper guarantees that the printhead works well and that the print quality is consistent.

Conclusion

The thermal printhead is an important part of the printing process. It is critical to choose the correct type of printhead based on the printing application. Proper maintenance is required to guarantee that the printhead functions properly and lasts as long as possible. By following the guidelines outlined above, you can ensure that your thermal printhead lasts a long time and consistently delivers high-quality prints.

Q1. Will you do Inspection before shipment? A1. 100% QC inspection , each function will be tested qualified before packaging.
Q2. What is your minimum order quantity? A2. We accept sample order. Our customers will order sample before batch order
Q3. How to place an order? A3. First of all,you can get in touch with us through Email,TM,Skype or whatapp. We will provide you photos,specification and other related information of the product which your are interested in. Our sales-person will follow up your requirements and provide you the quotation,PI,CI step by step.
Q4. What is your payment term? A4. 1.100% TT in adv ance. 2.30% deposit paid to start the order , 70% balance paid before shipping.3.100% LC at sight.
Q5. What is you shipping way? A5. We chose fast and convenient delivery way, Express(door to door. DHL ,TNT, Fedex,UPS),sea transportation,air transport
Q6. How about your After-sales Service? A6. We will provide the free SDK and necessary technical support to your secondary development. we will provide technical support for maintenance. You can also contact with our sale stuff when you need repair service.
Q7. Can you do customize service? A7. Yes,sure. We have both the hardware and software departments in our company. We have many experience in doing custom service. we can customize producst according to the requirement of customers.
Q8:What about lead time? A8:Sample, 1-2 days Bulk: 3-5 days (100-300pcs), 5-7 days(300-500pcs), 7-10 days(500-1000pcs)

Product name	Printhead for Epson
Model	XP600
Conditional	New original
Packaging	Anti Static Bag+Bubble bag+foam box+Carton box
Warranty	3 months/30 kilometers

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