Konica KM1024a SHE Printhead

The Konica KM1024a SHE Printhead is a high-performance industrial inkjet print head with the following key features: it has 1024 nozzles, a drop size of 6 picoliters (pL) in binary mode, and a print width of 72 mm. It supports jetting frequencies of up to 40 kHz in binary mode and works with solvent, UV, oil-based, and water-based inks. The print head includes an internal heater, is compact with dimensions 131.2mm (W) x 17.6mm (D) x 97mm (H), and weighs approximately 150 grams.

It offers up to 8 grayscale levels for versatile printing quality. The nozzle plate is highly scratch-resistant, and the print head is designed for reliability and precision in high-speed production environments. It is compatible with certain Allwin printers and other compatible models used in signage, labeling, packaging, and textile printing industries.​

Konica KM1024a SHE Printhead key details as follows:

• Nozzles: 1024 aligned in 4 rows of 256 nozzles each, enabling high-definition print quality.

• Drop Size: 6 picoliters in binary mode, suitable for sharp, precise printing.

• Print Width: 72 mm maximum print width in a single pass.

• Jetting Frequency: Up to 40 kHz in binary mode and lower frequencies in grayscale mode.

• Ink Compatibility: Works with solvent, UV-curable, oil-based, and water-based inks.

• Ink Viscosity: Compatible with inks having viscosity between 7 to 10 mPa·s.

• Jetting Temperature Range: Room temperature up to 55°C (some models up to 83°C).

• Internal Heater: Available to maintain optimal ink jetting conditions.

• Drive Mode: Uses analogue waveform with an independent channel, on-demand piezoelectric driving method.

• Dimensions: Approximately 131.2 mm (W) x 17.6 mm (D) x 97 mm (H).

• Weight: About 150 grams.

• Grey Scale Levels: Up to 8 levels for variable drop sizes.

• Special Features: Robust, scratch-resistant nozzle plate, compact and lightweight design ideal for high-speed industrial printing applications, including signage, packaging, textile printing, and product decoration.

• Drop Velocity: Around 7.0 m/sec, optimized for high printing accuracy.

• Applications: Compatible with printers such as Allwin UV and eco-solvent models and others suited for solvent, UV, and oil-based inks.

This Konica KM1024a SHE Printhead is favored for its high precision, durability, flexibility in ink types, and compact size making it suitable for diverse industrial printing uses requiring high quality and productivity.