Performa Sapphire QSR-256 10PL industrial inkjet printhead, designed for high‑precision, high‑speed printing in wide‑format and industrial applications such as graphics, signage, packaging and textiles. Built on the proven Sapphire QS/QSR platform with VersaDrop™ jetting, it delivers best‑in‑class drop placement accuracy and smooth grayscale output for sharp, vibrant, and consistent prints.
The head is brand new, never used and supplied in its original sealed factory packaging, making it ideal as an OEM replacement in professional printing systems. It supports a wide range of ink formulations including UV‑curable, solvent/organic and aqueous inks (depending on the host printer and ink system).
Key Features
- 256‑channel industrial inkjet printhead for single‑colour operation.
- Native 10 picoliter drop size with adjustable droplet volume (approx. 10–30 pL in binary mode, system‑dependent).
- VersaDrop™ binary and grayscale jetting modes for flexible image quality and throughput.
- Resolutions up to 1200 dpi achievable with suitable printer architecture and RIP.
- Drop velocity around 8 m/s, optimized for typical industrial ink viscosities.
- Durable silicon nozzle plate and rugged construction for long service life.
- Integral temperature sensor for stable operation over a wide temperature range (up to about 90 °C).
- Dual‑ported ink interface to facilitate priming, flushing and recirculation in compatible systems.
Technical Specifications
- Model: Performa Sapphire QSR-256 10PL (QS‑class platform).
- Channels / nozzles: 256 in a single inline row.
- Native drop size: 10 pL.
- Adjustable droplet range: approx. 10–30 pL in binary mode (printer‑dependent).
- Print width: 64.77 mm (2.55").
- Nozzle spacing: 254 microns (100 dpi per channel).
- Firing frequency: up to 50 kHz (around 16 kHz for larger 30 pL drops).
- Operating temperature: up to about 90 °C.
- Ink compatibility: UV‑curable, organic solvent and aqueous inks, plus associated maintenance fluids (subject to printer/ink OEM specs).
- Jetting modes: Binary and grayscale VersaDrop™.
Compatibility Disclaimer
- This printhead is part of the Sapphire QS/QSR‑256 10 pL family and is used in various high‑end wide‑format and industrial printers, including selected Durst Rho, Fujifilm, Inktec and other systems that specify Sapphire QS/QSR‑256 heads.
- However, compatibility is not universal: some printers require recirculating QSR heads, while others use non‑recirculating QS‑256 variants, and installing the wrong type can defeat the ink management design.
- It is the buyer’s responsibility to verify the exact part number, revision, and type (QSR vs QS, 10 pL variant, connector and ink interface) against their printer’s service manual or manufacturer before purchase.
- No returns will be accepted for incompatibility or incorrect part selection once the sealed packaging has been opened or the head has been installed.
- If you are unsure, please consult your printer manufacturer or service provider with your printer model and existing printhead part number before buying.
Condition
- Condition: New
- Packaging: Original sealed factory packaging, unopened, never installed.
- Source: Professional replacement part suitable for service technicians, integrators and end‑users with compatible equipment.
Shipping
- Handling time: Ships within 1–2 business days after cleared payment.
- Domestic shipping: Tracked and insured service (e.g., courier or postal) with full value declared.
- International shipping: Available to select countries; buyer is responsible for all customs duties, taxes, and import fees charged by their local authorities.
- Packaging: Carefully packed to protect the original sealed box; shipped in a sturdy outer carton with appropriate cushioning.
Returns
- Return period: 14–30 days from delivery (set the exact period based on your store policy).
- The item must be returned in the same condition received: factory seal intact, unused, not installed, and in original packaging.
- Opened, installed, or ink‑contaminated printheads cannot be returned or refunded due to their nature as precision electronic components.
- Buyer pays return shipping unless the item is damaged in transit or significantly not as described; any damage must be reported immediately with photos.
Warranty
This is an OEM‑style replacement printhead. As a seller, you provide a DOA (dead on arrival) guarantee only, typically covering the first 7–14 days from delivery.
Any extended warranty or manufacturer support is strictly subject to the policies of the original equipment manufacturer and may require installation by an authorized technician and proof of purchase.
- The DOA guarantee covers a printhead that is non‑functional out of the box, not damaged by incorrect installation, misuse, contamination, or incompatible inks.
- Warranty is void if the head has visible physical damage, has been opened, tampered with, or used with non‑approved inks or cleaning fluids.
- Replacement or refund under DOA is at the seller’s discretion after inspection; any replacement may be new or refurbished, consistent with typical industry practice.
