Spectra Nova JA 256/80 AAA Industrial Piezo Printhead

The Spectra Nova JA 256/80 AAA is a highly durable, piezoelectric drop-on-demand printhead engineered specifically for heavy-duty industrial inkjet applications.
- price:
- ≥1: 2800–US dollar
- ≥5:2770–US dollar
- ≥10:2770–US dollar



Product Overview
The Spectra Nova JA 256/80 AAA is a highly durable, piezoelectric drop-on-demand printhead engineered specifically for heavy-duty industrial inkjet applications. Featuring a substantial 80 pL calibrated droplet volume, this printhead is designed for production environments that demand exceptional material coverage, high fluid deposition, and reliable handling of high-viscosity or heavily pigmented fluids—such as industrial UV white inks, varnishes, and outdoor solvent-based inks.
Key Technical Specifications
- Active Nozzles: 256 independent channels arranged in a precise single-line array
- Nominal Drop Size: 80 pL (Adjustable range: 75–85 pL)
- Nozzle Spacing (Pitch): 279 microns (0.011 inches — Note: Please distinguish this from the Galaxy series’ 254-micron spacing when ordering)
- Maximum Firing Frequency: 20 kHz
- Operating Temperature: Supports up to 90°C
- Fluid Compatibility: Fully compatible with UV-curable, solvent-based, and aqueous industrial fluids
Core Features & Advantages
- Exceptional Opacity & Coverage: The large 80 pL drop size rapidly deposits dense layers of ink, providing superior color saturation and hiding power. It remains an industry standard for solid background blocks, outdoor wide-format graphics, and white ink undercoats.
- Precise Nova-Architecture Standard: Engineered with a 279-micron nozzle pitch, it offers flawless mechanical alignment with classic high-end industrial printer carriages built on the Nova hardware framework.
- Powerful Thermal Control: Integrated high-precision heating elements allow stable operation at temperatures up to 90°C. By efficiently lowering fluid viscosity, it ensures smooth, continuous jetting without clogging.
- Heavy-Duty Operational Lifespan: The internal fluid paths are constructed using robust, anti-corrosive, and wear-resistant materials capable of enduring harsh industrial chemical inks, significantly extending the component life.
Printer Compatibility
VUTEk: UltraVu II 3360, UltraVu II 5330, and UltraVu II 2360 wide-format solvent printer series
Industrial Coding & Integration: Buskro inkjet systems and Scitex-based industrial architectures
Wide-Format Graphics Platforms: Classic premium configurations from brands like JHF, Flora, Wit-Color, and DGI
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | Up to 450 dpi |
| Nozzle Count | 256 (4 × 64 channels) |
| Drop Size | 75 picoliters |
| Nozzle Spacing | 0.011 inch |
| Jetting Mode | Binary (individual/simultaneous firing) |
| Fluids Supported | Solvent, UV-curable, aqueous |
| Fluid Interface | Dual-ported (priming, flushing) |
| Operating Temp | Up to 90°C (194°F) |
| Orientation | Independent (horizontal or vertical) |
| Options | Temperature control, deaeration hardware |
| Design | Compact, durable, long service life |

