Konica Minolta · KM1024i Series · Water-based printhead
Konica Minolta KM1024i MAE-C Printhead
Genuine Konica Minolta KM1024i MAE-C for aqueous inks – 1,024 nozzles in 4 lines with all-nozzle independent drive at up to 45 kHz.
- 100% original & brand new
- Made in Japan
- Worldwide shipping by DHL / FedEx
Wholesale price · USD per piece
1 – 4 pcs
$2,150
5 – 9 pcs
$2,140
10+ pcs
$2,129
- 1,024nozzles
- 14 pldroplet size
- 45 kHzmax. frequency
- Aqueousink type
Konica Minolta KM1024i MAE-C Printhead Overview
Konica KM1024i MHE-C
Konica Minolta KM1024i MAE-C Printhead
The Konica Minolta KM1024i MAE-C features a robust shear-mode piezoelectric drop-on-demand design with a high-density 4-line nozzle structure (256 nozzles per line, 1024 nozzles total). Precise nozzle alignment delivers superior positioning accuracy, producing high-definition image quality even at high printing speeds.
Unlike conventional three-cycle drive systems, the KM1024i MAE-C runs a fully independent drive system that fires all 1024 nozzles simultaneously. This dramatically boosts productivity, making it an excellent platform for single-pass, high-speed inkjet printer development.
Optimised for aqueous inks, the KM1024i MAE-C operates at a maximum drive frequency of 45 kHz — striking the ideal balance between speed, resolution, and long-term reliability.
Version Compatibility Notice
All KM1024i MAE-C printheads currently in stock are the new 3-dot variant (identifiable by three dots printed on the head label). The earlier dot-free version has been discontinued and is no longer available.
Please be aware that certain Liyu and Agfa printers originally equipped with the dot-free version may not automatically recognise the 3-dot head. If this occurs, the printer’s head driver board will need to be upgraded to a version compatible with the current Konica Minolta printhead generation.
If you are unsure whether your machine is affected, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
New 3-dot version
All stock is the current 3-dot variant; the dot-free version is discontinued.
Check older machines
Some Liyu and Agfa printers may need a head-board upgrade.
Single-pass ready
Independent drive fires all 1,024 nozzles at once.
8-level greyscale
Variable drop sizes for smooth gradients and fine detail.
Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Technology | Piezoelectric Drop-on-Demand |
| Native Resolution | 360 dpi |
| Droplet Size | 14 pl |
| Maximum Grayscale Levels | 8 levels |
| Total Nozzles | 1024 (256 nozzles × 4 rows) |
| Print Width | 72 mm |
| Jetting Frequency | 45 kHz |
| Ink Compatibility | Aqueous inks |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 131 × 18 × 94 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 150 g |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
Not sure this is the right head for your printer?
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