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How to reduce the scratch of the print head of the bar code machine

Release Time:2017-06-16

Factors that cause premature damage to the print head of the barcode printer: scratch-the long-term movement of the label/ribbon through the print head will wear the protective layer of the ceramic coating, exposing the print head needle (dot) and eventually damage it.

The normal maintenance method of bar code machine printer

The print head is the most fragile and vulnerable device of the bar code printer. It is a worn-out product like a car and will eventually be damaged. However, constant attention to maintenance can extend the life of the print head.

In order to play the best role, when each with a roll of ribbon or a roll of thermal paper to clean the print head. Note that when cleaning the print head, take off the ring to prevent scratching the print head, and use grounded metal tape or anti-static damage to the print head.

1. Use a cotton swab soaked in 70% alcohol, turn off the power of the printer and turn on the print head, brush the mechanical part of the printer with a small amount of cotton cloth, or gently blow off the floating dust (e. g. roller: paper/ribbon sensor and print head)

2. Do not use any hard metal or wear tools (such as screwdrivers) to grind the print head of contaminants.

3. Use a cotton swab with alcohol to press the print head to wipe it from the beginning to the end, then rotate the roller and wipe it while rotating. If the cotton swab is dirty, don't use it again.

How to reduce the scratch of the print head of the bar code machine

1. Always clean the print head and use a high-quality smooth and backed thermal transfer ribbon to reduce friction.

2. Minimize the print head pressure and print temperature.

3. Ensure that the ribbon width is wider than the label to prevent the exposed print head from being scratched by the label.

Dirty caused by the back layer of the ribbon-the print head is contaminated by thermal paper and thermal transfer ribbon, which requires high setting values such as high temperature, high pressure and high speed. Contaminants build up on the printhead needles to cause thermal transfer impediments that affect printed image quality, and increased contamination gradually degrades the print quality to look matte or damage the printer needles. contamination and make it difficult to clean a soaked cotton swab.

In order to avoid dirty ribbon back layer

Use a thermal transfer ribbon that is already protected by a backing layer. This ribbon should be referenced to a non-tacky ribbon that also has static and more lubricating effects.

Do regular print head maintenance

Use our protective print head film to quickly and easily remove print head garbage accumulation.

Wynn barcode print head warranty

It is recommended to use the label and carbon tape provided by the supplier to achieve the best printing effect and reduce the wear on the print head.

The supplier is not responsible for damage to the print head caused by the use of labels and ribbons not supplied by the supplier.

The barcode print head is guaranteed for three months, and the other warranty agreements for barcode printers are one year.