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High-precision 1.07-inch 6-channel FINE thermal inkjet printhead delivering 15,360 nozzles for legacy imagePROGRAF 8-color and 12-color photo printers.
OEM Replacement Component
Original Canon PF-05 Printhead (3872B001AA)
OEM Part Number: 3872B001AA / 3872B003AA (PF-05) | 6-Channel High-Definition FINE Thermal Bubble Jet Printhead Module
Engineering Generation & Graphics Distinction
The Canon PF-05 Printhead (OEM SKU 3872B001AA / 3872B003AA) is the dedicated second-generation FINE thermal printhead engineered specifically for Canon’s 8-color and 12-color LUCIA EX pigment photo & fine art printers (including the iPF6300, iPF6350, iPF6400, iPF6450, iPF8300, iPF8400, iPF9400, and iPF6400S/8400S/9400S). While the contemporaneous PF-04 services 5-color CAD/GIS models with an asymmetric nozzle layout, the PF-05 features a symmetrical 30,720-nozzle array (5,120 nozzles × 6 channels) calibrated for continuous-tone photographic color gradations.
Product Overview
The Original Canon PF-05 Printhead (3872B001AA) is an authentic original equipment manufacturer 6-channel integrated thermal Bubble Jet drop-on-demand (DoD) replacement printhead engineered for high-end professional photography, gallery giclée reproduction, proofing, and commercial graphic displays. Manufactured via Canon’s semiconductor-grade FINE (Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering) process, the PF-05 incorporates a monolithic high-density silicon die built to fire encapsulated resin-coated LUCIA EX pigment inks with high dot-placement precision.
Housing 30,720 active addressable nozzles (5,120 nozzles per color channel across six independent ink conduits), the printhead ejects calibrated 4 picoliter (pL) micro-droplets at native output resolutions up to 2400 × 1200 optimized DPI. In 8-color and 12-color graphic platforms, two identical PF-05 printheads operate in parallel (Printhead 1: Left / Printhead 2: Right) across an expansive 1.07-inch print swath per head. Each channel is equipped with reinforced tantalum anti-cavitation coatings to withstand pigment abrasiveness, onboard temperature monitoring, and active nozzle verification routines to eliminate banding and preserve neutral tonal balance across exhibition papers, fine art cotton rag, and canvas.
Part Information
| Product Name | Original Canon PF-05 Printhead |
| OEM Manufacturer | Canon Inc. |
| OEM Part Number | 3872B001AA / 3872B003AA (PF-05) |
| International Barcode (EAN/UPC) | 4960999658247 / 013803118940 |
| Component Classification | Integrated 6-Channel Fine Art Thermal Bubble Jet (FINE) Scanning Printhead |
| Channel Architecture | 6 Integrated Ink Conduits (Symmetrical 5,120 nozzles per channel across dual interleaved arrays) |
| Ink Chemistry Pairing | Canon LUCIA EX Pigment Ink Series (PFI-105, PFI-106, PFI-206, PFI-306, PFI-706) |
| 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 | 30,720 active nozzles per head (5,120 nozzles × 6 channels) |
| Total Carriage Array Capacity | 61,440 total nozzles in dual-head configuration (2 × PF-05 heads) |
| Native Array Density | 1200 nozzles per inch (npi) per row pair |
| Maximum Output Resolution | Up to 2400 × 1200 optimized DPI |
| Calibrated Base Drop Volume | 4 picoliters (pL) native micro-droplet |
| Swath Width per Pass | 1.07 inches (approx. 27.2 mm) per printhead sweep |
| Heater Passivation & Armor | High-durability Tantalum (Ta) hard-coating over electro-thermal micro-resistors to resist pigment kogation |
| Smart Memory Integration | Onboard EEPROM tracking head rank resistance, thermal drive pulse tables, and firing drop counts |
| 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. 104 × 84 × 99 mm (packaged); Net weight: ~0.10 kg / Packaged: ~0.20 kg |
Key Features & Operational Advantages
- Symmetrical 30,720-Nozzle Architecture: Integrates six equal 5,120-nozzle channels on a single monolithic silicon die, providing balanced ink distribution and smooth continuous-tone gradations for exhibition photography.
- LUCIA EX Pigment Polymer Durability: Engineered with anti-kogation tantalum heater coatings and specialized fluidic micro-paths that prevent resin buildup, extending head longevity when firing encapsulated pigments.
- Dual-Head Graphics Scalability (61,440 Total Nozzles): Functions in either the Left (Printhead 1) or Right (Printhead 2) carriage position in 8- and 12-color printers, auto-configuring to its assigned ink channels upon installation.
- Active Optical Drop Detection: Interfaces with the carriage optical sensor to automatically identify clogged or deflected nozzles and remap firing tasks to adjacent redundant nozzles without pausing the print run.
CRITICAL TECHNICAL & OPERATIONAL ADVISORY
1. Platform Incompatibility with PF-03 and PF-04: The PF-05 is designed exclusively for second-generation LUCIA EX graphic printers. It is mechanically, electronically, and fluidically incompatible with first-generation models (using PF-03) and technical CAD models (using PF-04). Carriage guide keying prevents cross-insertion; do not attempt to force mismatched printheads into the carriage locks.
2. Dual-Head Slot Irreversibility: When new, a PF-05 can be seated into either the Left or Right carriage bay. However, once primed and charged with ink, internal sponge filters retain pigment chemistry. A used head cannot be swapped from Left to Right (or vice versa), as doing so will cause cross-contamination and color shifting across fine art prints.
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 skin 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 complete its automated ink priming cycle. Load opaque heavyweight coated or photo paper to enable the optical carriage sensor to calibrate inter-channel and inter-head drop alignment.
Compatible Models & Systems
| Printer Platform | Ink Chemistry | Carriage Configuration |
|---|---|---|
| Canon iPF6300 / iPF6350 | 12-Color LUCIA EX Pigment | Dual Printhead 24-in Fine Art Carriage (2 × PF-05: Left & Right) |
| Canon iPF6400 / iPF6450 | 12-Color LUCIA EX Pigment | Dual Printhead 24-in Graphic Production Carriage (2 × PF-05) |
| Canon iPF6400S / iPF8400S / iPF9400S | 8-Color LUCIA EX Pigment | Dual Printhead High-Speed Commercial Graphic Carriages (2 × PF-05) |
| Canon iPF8300 / iPF8400 | 12-Color LUCIA EX Pigment | Dual Printhead 44-in Fine Art Production Carriage (2 × PF-05) |
| Canon iPF9400 | 12-Color LUCIA EX Pigment | Dual Printhead 60-in Grand-Format Fine Art Carriage (2 × PF-05) |
*Model Differentiation Note: All listed models use two PF-05 printheads installed simultaneously. The PF-05 cannot be used in 5-color CAD plotters (which require PF-04) or newer imagePROGRAF PRO-series printers (which require PF-10). Check printer model numbers before opening packaging seals.
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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