Konica KM512 Printhead | MN, LN, LNX, LH, MH Industrial Inkjet Printhead
Product Description
Konica KM512 Printhead | MN, LN, LNX, LH, MH Models
The Konica KM512 Printhead Series is a reliable, industrial-grade inkjet printhead designed for super-wide and large-format printers. While modern desktop and mid-range wide format printer printheads like the i3200 epson are highly popular for DTF and eco-solvent applications, the Konica Minolta KM512 remains the undisputed heavyweight champion for rugged, continuous industrial environments. Available in five distinct variants — KM512 MN, KM512 LN, KM512 LNX-35, KM512 LH, and KM512 MH — this printer printhead series offers specialized droplet sizes, grayscale capabilities, and integrated heating options to match exact production requirements.
Built with advanced piezo on-demand technology, the KM512 printhead delivers consistent jetting without the sensitivity often associated with a standard epson print head. Its robust nozzle plate resists the scratches and abrasions common in high-speed roll-to-roll production. Unlike a standard hp printer head that is often sealed and restricted to specific proprietary inks, the Konica KM512 supports aggressive UV, solvent, and oil-based inks. Whether you are replacing an hp printer head in a legacy HP Designjet, upgrading an older inkjet printhead, or specifying parts for a new industrial line, the KM512 series is the trusted choice for signage printing, packaging printing, and textile printhead applications.
Key Advantages of the Konica KM512 Printhead Series
✔ Superior Industrial Durability
Unlike the delicate micro-nozzles of an i3200 epson or standard consumer epson print head, the KM512 features a ruggedized nozzle plate designed to withstand the physical demands of continuous, heavy-duty industrial printing.
✔ Advanced Piezo On-Demand Jetting
Utilizes shear-mode piezo actuation for precise, consistent ink droplets. This inkjet printhead technology ensures lower power consumption while maintaining high jetting accuracy across 512 nozzles.
✔ Aggressive Ink Compatibility (UV, Solvent, Oil)
Outperforms many sealed hp printer head models by accepting highly aggressive chemical inks. This printer printhead handles harsh solvents and UV curable inks that would degrade standard water-based print heads.
✔ 5 Specialized Model Variants
Choose between 14pl (MN/MH) for high detail, 42pl (LN/LH) for high coverage, or 35pl (LNX-35) for optimized solvent jetting. LH and MH models feature integrated heaters up to 55°C for high-viscosity inks.
✔ Grayscale Printing Capability
The MN and MH models support 4-level grayscale printing (up to 3 drops per pixel). This allows the printhead to produce smoother gradients and finer details compared to binary-only industrial heads.
✔ Broad Multi-Brand Printer Compatibility
A universal inkjet printhead solution trusted by major OEMs. It serves as a direct replacement for printheads in Agfa, Canon Océ, legacy hp printer head machines (Designjet), Oki, and numerous Chinese wide-format printers.
Konica KM512 Printhead Technical Specifications
| Specification | KM512 MN | KM512 LN | KM512 LNX-35 | KM512 LH | KM512 MH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Printing Mode | Binary & 4-Level Grayscale | Binary Only | Binary Only | Binary Only | Binary & 4-Level Grayscale |
| Droplet Size | 14 pl | 42 pl | 35 pl | 42 pl | 14 pl |
| Max Drops (Grayscale) | 3 Drops | – | – | – | 3 Drops |
| Firing Frequency | 12.8 kHz | 7.6 kHz | 10 kHz | 7.6 kHz | 12.8 kHz |
| Ink Compatibility | Oil, Solvent, UV | Oil, Solvent, UV | Solvent | Oil, Solvent, UV | Oil, Solvent, UV |
| Integrated Heater | No | No | No | Yes (Up to 55°C) | Yes (Up to 55°C) |
| Alternate Name | KM512 MNX | KM512 LNX | KM512 LNX-35 | KM512 LHX | KM512 MHX |
| Native Resolution | 360 dpi | ||||
| Total Nozzles | 512 (256 x 2 lines) | ||||
| Print Width | 36.1 mm | ||||
Konica KM512 Compatible Printer Models
| Brand | Compatible Printer Models |
|---|---|
| Agfa | Anapurna M, M4f, Mv, Mw |
| Allwin | C8 |
| Anhui Liyu | Maxima PZ3204-KM, PZ3206-KM |
| Canon Océ | CS6060, CS6100 |
| DGI | OrionJet OR-1806, SaturnJet ST-1806 |
| Dilli | Neo Titan UVT-1606S, UVT-1606W |
| DYSS Apollo | PTP18/3202-KC, PTP18/3204-KC, PTP18/3206-KC, PTP1804-KL, PTP1806-KL, PTP1808-KL, PTP3204-KL, PTP3204-KM, PTP3206-KL, PTP3208-KL, PTR3204-KL |
| Flora | HJ 3200 Turbo |
| HP Designjet | 9000s, 10000s (Legacy hp printer head replacement) |
| Icontek | 3306 |
| JHF | Vista H8 3304FN, Vista H8 3306FNS |
| Myjet | LB3208KM42, LE3208KM42, WB3208KM42, WC3208KM14 |
| Oki | ColorPainter 64S, ColorPainter 100S |
| Rodin | K4320-A, K4320-B, K6164-B, K8320-B |
| Skynet | HS-Series, PC-Series |
| Sun Innovations | Neo Da Vinci |
| Taimes | T5, T7 |