Xaar · 128 · Coding & marking printhead
Xaar 128/40L Printhead (40 pl)
Original Xaar 128/40L – the proven 128-nozzle head with 40 pl drops at 8.3 kHz and 360 dpi for coding & marking and wide-format graphics with oil-based and solvent inks.
- 100% original & brand new
- Genuine Xaar printhead
- Worldwide shipping by DHL / FedEx
Wholesale price · USD per piece
1 – 4 pcs
$390
5 – 9 pcs
$380
10+ pcs
$380
- 128nozzles
- 40 pldrop volume
- 8.3 kHzfiring frequency
- 360 dpiresolution
Xaar 128/40L Printhead Overview
The Xaar 128 remains one of the most trusted 17 mm piezoelectric drop-on-demand printheads, widely used in Coding & Marking (CM) and Wide-Format Graphics (WFG) markets. With over 20 years of proven performance, it is a benchmark in reliability, print quality, and ease of integration.
Key Features
- Compact & lightweight: Weighs only 16 grams, ideal for lightweight carriages where space and size are critical.
- Versatile drop sizes: Available in 40 pL or 80 pL variants to suit different print quality and speed requirements.
- High firing frequency: Operates at up to 8.3 kHz for fast and efficient throughput.
- Durable construction: Designed for industrial reliability, even in harsh environments.
- Programmable circuit: Advanced tuning and ink control for consistent print quality.
Integration Benefits
- Simple electronic interface for quick and easy system integration.
- Industry-standard ink fittings with straightforward priming ensure secure ink connections.
- Compatible with a wide range of oil-based and solvent inks, offering maximum flexibility.
- A proven and cost-effective route to market for OEMs entering digital inkjet technology.
Approved Inks
Xaar works with leading ink manufacturers to ensure compatibility with a wide range of oil-based and solvent inks, making the Xaar 128 suitable for outdoor and indoor graphics, barcode printing, carton coding, and large-format posters.
40 pl drops
The finer of the two Xaar 128 drop sizes.
15.5 g
Light enough for small, fast carriages.
20+ years proven
A benchmark head in coding & marking and graphics.
Oil & solvent inks
Works with a wide range of Xaar-approved inks.
Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | Xaar 128/40L |
| Active Nozzles | 128 |
| Nozzle Pitch | 137.1 µm (185 npi) |
| Print Swathe Width (at angle) | 9.0 mm (31.0°) |
| Nozzle Plate | Non-wetting |
| Drop Volume | 40 pl |
| Drop Velocity | 7 m/s |
| Pixel Resolution (single pass) | 360 × 360 dpi |
| Typical Firing Frequency | 8.3 kHz |
| Printhead Weight (dry) | 15.5 g |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 37.2 × 11.3 × 40.8 mm |
| Ink Type | Oil-based and solvent inks |
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