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Specialized 1.28-inch unified FINE printhead engineered for fluorescent pigment ink deposition in Canon imagePROGRAF GP-series graphic printers.
OEM Replacement Component
Original Canon PF-07 Printhead (5230C001AA / 5230C003AA)
OEM Part Number: 5230C001AA / 5230C003AA (PF-07) | 6-Channel Fluorescent & Pigment Thermal Bubble Jet (FINE) Printhead
Engineering Generation & Fluorescent Pigment Architecture
The Canon PF-07 Printhead (OEM SKU 5230C001AA / 5230C003AA) is an authentic OEM 6-channel FINE thermal printhead engineered specifically for Canon’s imagePROGRAF GP Series poster and graphic engines (notably the 24-inch GP-200 and 36-inch GP-300). Operating under the LUCIA GP ink architecture, the PF-07 incorporates dedicated micro-fluidic chambers, modified thermal firing pulses, and anti-clogging surface passivation designed to handle specialized water-based Fluorescent Pink (FP) formulation alongside standard pigment CMYK and Matte Black channels.
Product Overview
The Original Canon PF-07 Printhead (5230C001AA / 5230C003AA) is a genuine original equipment manufacturer 6-channel integrated thermal Bubble Jet drop-on-demand (DoD) replacement printhead engineered for high-impact commercial graphics, eye-catching retail POP signage, and vivid poster production. Built with Canon’s semiconductor-grade FINE (Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering) manufacturing process, the monolithic silicon die is optimized to achieve high dot-placement precision and high-speed ejection without satellite misting across wide media spans.
Housing 15,360 active addressable nozzles (configured with 5,120 nozzles dedicated to Matte Black channels and 2,560 nozzles each for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Regular Black, and Fluorescent Pink), the printhead ejects calibrated 5 picoliter (pL) micro-droplets at native output resolutions up to 2400 × 1200 optimized DPI across a 1.07-inch print swath. The internal fluid conduits and micro-heaters incorporate specialized anti-kogation and cavitation-resistant coatings capable of maintaining meniscus stability when firing aqueous fluorescent color dispersions. Operating alongside the printer's automated non-firing nozzle detection and compensation system, the PF-07 automatically remaps firing pulses to adjacent redundant nozzles to prevent white horizontal banding during continuous production runs.
Part Information
| Product Name | Original Canon PF-07 Printhead |
| OEM Manufacturer | Canon Inc. |
| OEM Part Number | 5230C001AA / 5230C003AA (PF-07) |
| International Barcode (EAN/UPC) | 4549292187182 / 013803341676 |
| Component Classification | Integrated 6-Channel Fluorescent Graphic Thermal Bubble Jet (FINE) Scanning Head |
| Channel Architecture | 6 Integrated Fluid Channels (MBK, BK, C, M, Y, FP / Fluorescent Pink) |
| Ink Chemistry Pairing | Canon LUCIA GP 6-Color Pigment / Fluorescent Pink Ink System (PFI-120, PFI-320 Series) |
| Country of Origin | Japan (Genuine Canon Factory Sealed Packaging) |
Technical Specifications
| Print Technology | Canon FINE (Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering) Bubble Jet |
| Total Active Addressable Nozzles | 15,360 active addressable nozzles total across 6 channels |
| Nozzle Channel Distribution | Matte Black: 5,120 nozzles | BK, C, M, Y, Fluorescent Pink (FP): 2,560 nozzles each |
| Native Array Density | 1200 nozzles per inch (npi) per row pair |
| Maximum Output Resolution | Up to 2400 × 1200 optimized DPI |
| Calibrated Base Drop Volume | 5 picoliters (pL) minimum native micro-droplet |
| Swath Width per Pass | 1.07 inches (approx. 27.2 mm) per printhead sweep |
| Heater Armor & Cavitation Shielding | Tantalum hard-coat passivation designed for chemical stability under aqueous fluorescent dye-pigment hybrids |
| Smart Memory & Sensing | Onboard EEPROM tracking head rank resistance, thermal drive pulse tables, drop counts, and internal thermal sensors |
| Operating Temperature Range | 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) |
| Storage Temperature Range | 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) in factory-sealed blister |
| Operating Humidity Range | 10% to 80% RH non-condensing |
| Physical Dimensions & Weight | Approx. 100 × 80 × 55 mm; Net weight: ~0.10 kg / Packaged: ~0.19 kg |
Key Features & Operational Advantages
- Fluorescent Pink (FP) Channel Optimization: Specifically calibrated internal fluidics and thermal pulse profiles handle Canon's specialized water-based fluorescent pink ink, expanding neon color gamuts and Pantone coverage for retail pop graphics and posters.
- Asymmetric 5,120-Nozzle Matte Black Capacity: Allocates double the nozzle capacity to Matte Black pigment, ensuring maximum line optical density, high contrast, and crisp 0.02 mm line width on plain uncoated paper.
- Real-Time Non-Firing Nozzle Compensation: Integrated sensor arrays monitor nozzle health during operation; if a clog is detected, firmware automatically directs redundant adjacent nozzles to fire, preventing white banding defects.
- Anti-Satellite Micro-Droplet Trajectory: Sculpted nozzle bores eliminate trailing satellite droplets, producing sharp vector line acutance, legible small-point text, and clean spot color fills.
CRITICAL TECHNICAL & OPERATIONAL ADVISORY
1. Platform Incompatibility with PF-06 and PF-08: Although the PF-07 shares similar exterior housing dimensions with the PF-06 (used in TM/TX series) and PF-08 (used in TC series), it has distinct electrical channel routing and electronic firmware handshakes tailored for the GP-200/GP-300 ink configuration. Attempting to install a PF-06 into a GP-series printer or a PF-07 into a TM/TX plotter will result in printhead unrecognized errors on the operation panel.
2. Distinction from PF-10 (PRO-Series & GP-2000/4000): Larger 11-color GP models (such as the GP-2000 and GP-4000) utilize the 12-channel PF-10 printhead (0861C003AA), which features 18,432 nozzles. The PF-07 is strictly a single 6-channel printhead for the compact GP-200 / GP-300 chassis. Always confirm printer model tags before ordering replacement parts.
3. Electrical Contact Array Protection: Avoid touching the gold contacts on the rear of the printhead housing or the silicon nozzle orifice plate. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) or body oils will cause heater driver failures. If cleaning is needed, wipe gently using an approved cleanroom swab dampened with deionized water.
4. Automated Priming & Calibration: Following installation and carriage latch closure, allow the printer to finish its automated ink priming cycle. Load opaque heavyweight coated paper so the optical carriage sensor can calibrate inter-channel drop alignment.
Compatible Models & Systems
| Printer Platform | Ink Chemistry | Carriage Configuration |
|---|---|---|
| Canon imagePROGRAF GP-200 | LUCIA GP (MBK/BK/C/M/Y/FP) | Single Printhead 24-in Fluorescent Graphic & Poster Printer |
| Canon imagePROGRAF GP-300 | LUCIA GP (MBK/BK/C/M/Y/FP) | Single Printhead 36-in Fluorescent Graphic & Poster Printer |
| Reference 11-Color GP Models | 11-Color LUCIA GP | For GP-2000 (24") & GP-4000 (44"), refer to 12-channel PF-10 (0861C003AA) |
*Model Differentiation Note: The PF-07 is dedicated to the compact GP-200 and GP-300 plotters. It is not interchangeable with PF-06 (TM/TX series), PF-08 (TC series), or PF-10 (PRO/GP-2000/4000 series). Confirm machine model on the rear serial specification label prior to unsealing the foil packaging.
Terms, Warranty & Customer Protection
Condition: 100% Brand New, Genuine OEM Factory-Original Canon Replacement Printhead sealed in official protective blister packaging with preservation fluid intact.
Canon Manufacturer Warranty: Covered under Canon's standard parts limited warranty against materials and workmanship defects until the expiration date printed on the exterior carton, or until the factory-rated ink throughput threshold is reached, whichever occurs first.
Return Policy: Precision electronic consumable component. Unopened, factory-sealed boxes are eligible for standard commercial return. Once the protective blister seal is opened, the orange protective shipping cap removed, or the head seated into the carriage and charged with ink, returns cannot be accepted due to smart chip activation, fluid priming, and cross-contamination risks.
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