Ricoh – GEN4 Series: Precision and Reliability Redefined

Unleash the power of precision printing with the Ricoh GEN4 Series printhead, designed to deliver exceptional performance and reliability for a wide range of printing applications. With its innovative design and advanced features, the GEN4 Series sets a new standard for quality and efficiency in printing.

Compact and Versatile Design

The Ricoh GEN4 Series printhead features a compact size of 63(W) x 63(D) x 16.2(H)mm (excluding cables), making it ideal for integration into various printing systems. Its versatile design allows for seamless integration into different printing setups, providing flexibility and convenience for a wide range of applications.

Advanced Head Materials

Crafted with high-quality materials including SST, Ni, and epoxy adhesive, the other Ricoh GEN4 Series Printheads ensures durability and longevity, even in demanding printing environments. Its non-coated SST head plate surface allows for reliable ink delivery and consistent performance, ensuring optimal print quality with every job.

Precision Engineering

Equipped with two printheads, each featuring 192 channels, the Ricoh GEN4 Series offers unparalleled precision and accuracy in printing. With head spacing carefully calibrated to 0.1693 mm (1/150”) for row-to-row offset and 0.0846 mm (1/300‘’) for row-to-row distance, this printhead delivers crisp and sharp prints, even in the most intricate designs.

Innovative Ink Management

Featuring dual ink inlet ports, the Ricoh GEN4 Series ensures efficient ink delivery and distribution for consistent and reliable printing. Its piston pusher with metallic diaphragm plate drop ejection mode enables precise control over ink droplet formation, resulting in smooth gradients and vibrant colors in every print.

Integrated Temperature Control

With integrated heater and thermistor technology, the Ricoh GEN4 Series maintains optimal operating temperatures of up to 60°C, ensuring consistent print quality and reliability in various printing environments. This temperature control mechanism provides enhanced ink viscosity and flow, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.

Exceptional Performance

Powered by D33 stacked PTZ piezo technology and low-voltage serial to high-voltage parallel integrature electronics, the Ricoh GEN4 Series delivers exceptional performance and reliability, even in high-volume printing applications. Its robust construction and advanced features make it the ideal choice for demanding printing environments.

Ink Compatibility

Compatible with a wide range of jetting fluids including water-based, solvent, oil, and UV curable inks, the Ricoh GEN4 Series offers versatility and adaptability for diverse printing requirements. With a viscosity range of 10-12 cP (at operating temperature) and surface tension of 28-35 dynes/cm, this printhead ensures optimal ink performance and compatibility across different ink types.

Unlock Your Printing Potential with Ricoh

Experience the next level of precision and reliability in printing with the Ricoh GEN4 Series printhead. Whether you’re printing signage, textiles, or packaging materials, trust Ricoh to deliver superior print quality and performance with every job.

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Ricoh – INK
Compatible jetting fluids	Water base, solvent, oil, UV curable
Viscosity range	10-12 cP (at operating temp.)
Surface tension	28-35 dynes/cm
Ricoh – GEN4 Series PERFORMANCE
Native drop volume	7 pico liter
Drop volume range/variation	5-25 pico-liter with grey-scale ±10%
Drop velocity nominal/variation	8 m/sec/±10%
Crosstalk	10% or less with channels firing
Jet straightness 1 sigma	＜3.5 milli-radian from head centerline
Operating jetting frequency	Native drop: Up to 30kHZ / Grey-scale: Up to 20kHZ
Life	100 billion actuations per head
Ricoh – GEN4 Series Design Features
Number 1	384 channels
Number 2	30 kHz
Number 3	Grey scale capability
Number 4	Two color support