Epson TX800 Printhead – 6-Color Micro-Piezo for UV, Textile & Industrial Printing

Epson TX800 Printhead Description

The Epson TX800 is a fixed-array piezoelectric printhead commonly used in mid-range digital printing systems. It supports up to six ink channels, typically configured for CMYK with two additional channels for white, varnish, or specialty inks. Designed as a cost-effective alternative to older Epson models like DX5 and DX7—both of which have been discontinued and subject to firmware restrictions—the TX800 is widely adopted in UV flatbed, textile, and sign printers.

Due to its narrow internal ink channels, the printhead has reduced ink flow capacity compared to larger industrial heads, which may affect performance at high print speeds or under unstable ink supply conditions. When using UV inks on reflective substrates such as glass, proper shielding is required to prevent UV light reflection from damaging the printhead.

Epson TX800 Printhead specifications:

Key Notes

• Channel Limitation: Narrow ink passages reduce total ink throughput by approximately 30% compared to larger printheads, increasing risk of ink breakage during high-speed operation.
• UV Safety: Direct UV exposure from reflective media (e.g., glass) can cause permanent damage. Use protective coatings or angled lighting setups.
• Ink Supply: Requires stable pressure and filtration to maintain consistent jetting behavior.
• Mounting: Standard LVDS interface; designed for fixed carriage integration in industrial printers.

Typical Applications

• UV flatbed and hybrid printers
• Direct-to-garment (DTG) and textile printing
• Signage and promotional printing
• Packaging prototyping and label production