Genuine Epson DX2 Solvent Black Printhead
Revitalize your solvent-based printing with the 100% genuine OEM Epson DX2 Solvent Black Printhead, designed for Mutoh, Mimaki, and select Epson printers, including Mutoh RJ-4000, Mimaki JV2-130, and Epson Stylus Color 1520. This factory-made printhead delivers high-resolution prints with exceptional color accuracy, ideal for professional signage, graphics, and durable outdoor prints. Delivered in a sealed Epson package with a head ID, this solvent-resistant printhead ensures seamless compatibility, robust durability, and easy installation, outperforming refurbished or generic alternatives that risk clogs or early failure.
Need a reliable printhead replacement for your solvent-based printer? The genuine Epson DX2 Solvent Black Printhead (Epson part number F056011, Mutoh part number DE-49733, Mimaki part number IJ1280A-001) is engineered for superior wide-format printing performance. Featuring Epson’s advanced MicroPiezo® technology with drop-on-demand inkjet delivery, this solvent-resistant printhead delivers sharp, vibrant prints on media like vinyl and banners, making it ideal for printing shops and advertising companies. It supports solvent-based inks for a single black color channel, optimized for high-quality monochrome or spot color applications. Delivered in a sealed Epson original package with a head ID for authenticity, it is highly recommended to replace head cables with a new printhead to ensure optimal performance. Pair with our maintenance kits to keep your printer in peak condition.
Key Highlights and Features
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100% OEM Genuine Quality: Factory-made by Epson in Japan, delivered in sealed packaging with a head ID, ensuring maximum reliability and safety. Avoid refurbished or generic printheads that often cause clogs or fail early, as noted in user forums.
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Perfect Compatibility: Designed for Epson Stylus Color 1520, 3000, Mimaki JV2-130/160/180/90, TX-1600, and Mutoh RJ-4000, RJ-4100, RJ-4100P, RJ-800, ensuring error-free integration without ink mismatches.
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High-Performance Printing: Features 360 nozzles (2 lines x 180 nozzles) with a native resolution of 360 dpi, delivering sharp details and vibrant black output on solvent-compatible media.
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Solvent-Resistant Design: Engineered for solvent-based inks, ensuring durability and reduced clogging in demanding printing environments.
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Easy Installation: Drop-in replacement with clear instructions, though professional technician installation is recommended. Replacing head cables is highly recommended to ensure optimal performance.
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Robust Durability: Built to withstand the demands of solvent printing, offering a longer lifespan than refurbished alternatives that may fail due to prior wear.
Additional Information
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MPN / Part Number: Epson: F056011, Mutoh: DE-49733, Mimaki: IJ1280A-001
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UPC Barcode: Not applicable
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EAN-13 or JAN Barcode: Not applicable
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ISBN: Not applicable
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Remarks: Original Epson DX2 solvent black printhead, 100% brand-new, unused, undamaged, in sealed Epson original packaging with head ID
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Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 1 Piece
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Payment Terms: EXW, TT, Western Union
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Shipping: Via DHL, 4–7 working days after receiving full payment
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Applicable Industries: Printing Shops, Advertising Companies, Machinery Repair Shops, Retail, Wide-Format Printers
Product Specifications
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Printer Compatibility:
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Epson: Stylus Color 1520, Stylus Color 3000
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Mimaki: JV2-130, JV2-160, JV2-180, JV2-90, TX-1600
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Mutoh: RJ-4000 (Falcon), RJ-4100 (Falcon), RJ-4100P (Falcon Plus), RJ-800
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Technology: MicroPiezo®
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Type: Drop-on-demand inkjet printhead
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Native Resolution: 360 dpi
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Min. Droplet Size: 3.5 picoliter (assumed based on DX-series standards)
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Total Amount of Nozzles: 360 (2 lines x 180 nozzles)
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Firing Frequency: 8 kHz (assumed based on DX-series standards)
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Ink Compatibility: Solvent-based (optimized for black ink channel)
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Type: Printheads
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Place of Origin: Japan
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Warranty: Standard Epson OEM coverage; contact us for details (subject to exclusions below).
Installation Guide
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Power off and unplug your Epson, Mutoh, or Mimaki solvent-based printer.
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Carefully remove the old printhead, following the printer’s service manual (use gloves to avoid contaminating nozzles).
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Install the new Epson DX2 printhead, ensuring proper connector alignment, and replace head cables with new ones as recommended.
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Run a nozzle check and alignment via the printer’s menu; perform 1–2 gentle cleaning cycles if necessary.
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Professional installation is recommended for best results. No special tools are required. Explore our solvent-based ink cartridges for complementary products.
Potential Issues & Troubleshooting (With User Feedback Insights)
Epson, Mutoh, and Mimaki solvent-based printers are robust but require regular maintenance for optimal performance:
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Ink Clogging: Common after inactivity, especially with solvent-based inks. User tip: “Run 1–2 cleaning cycles with compatible solvent ink. Allow 30-minute intervals between cleanings if clogs persist.” Recommended: Regular nozzle checks and use of professional cleaning solutions.
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Damper Issues: Ink buildup in dampers can occur in older models. Solution: Replace dampers every 4–6 months and maintain consistent printing schedules to avoid buildup.
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Electrical Errors: Rare but possible in aging printers. Check cabling and logic boards using the service manual for accurate diagnosis. These insights from user communities help extend printhead lifespan and ensure top-tier printing performance.
Why Choose Our Genuine Epson DX2 Solvent Black Printhead?
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Reliability Advantage: Non-OEM printheads often cause color inconsistencies or fail early, as noted in printer forums. The genuine Epson DX2 ensures long-term reliability and minimal maintenance issues.
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Enhanced User Support: Includes free access to maintenance guides and troubleshooting tips based on real user experiences, unlike generic listings with limited support.
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Superior Delivery Experience: Secure DHL shipping (4–7 working days after full payment) ensures your printhead arrives in perfect condition, protecting your investment in printer spare parts.
Warranty Exclusions
The following are expressly excluded from warranty coverage:
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Defects related, in any way, to the use of non-original inks.
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Clogged, missing, or deviated nozzles.
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Defects related to misuse, abuse, accident, neglect, lack of use, or improper storage when not in use for extended periods.
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Defects related to failure to perform periodic maintenance as specified in the user documentation; operation for unintended purposes.
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Defects related to improper loading of media.
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All other defects, failures, or damage not considered manufacturing defects.
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Defects related to third-party applications, software, parts, components, or peripheral devices, including any bulk ink system.
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Defects that are merely cosmetic in nature.
Order now to restore your Epson, Mutoh, or Mimaki solvent-based printer’s brilliance with guaranteed OEM quality!
Returns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the 'Complete Orders' link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
Shipping
We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.
When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.
Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.