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Factory 1.07-inch 6-channel FINE thermal inkjet printhead equipped with 15,360 nozzles for Canon imagePROGRAF legacy technical and CAD plotters.
OEM Replacement Component
Original Canon PF-04 Printhead (3630B001AA)
OEM Part Number: 3630B001AA / 3630B003AA (PF-04) | High-Precision FINE Thermal Bubble Jet Scanning Printhead Module
Engineering Generation & Architecture Distinction
The Canon PF-04 Printhead (OEM SKU 3630B001AA / 3630B003AA) marks the second-generation high-speed FINE architectural standard engineered specifically for 5-color CAD, AEC, and GIS technical plotters (including the iPF650, iPF670, iPF680, iPF750, iPF770, iPF780, iPF830, iPF840, and iPF850). It incorporates specialized anti-satellite nozzle geometry and high-frequency drive electronics optimized for Matte Black pigment and dye-color combinations.
Product Overview
The Original Canon PF-04 Printhead (3630B001AA) is an authentic original equipment manufacturer integrated thermal Bubble Jet drop-on-demand (DoD) replacement printhead engineered for Canon’s high-volume imagePROGRAF 5-color technical CAD and GIS large-format printers. Built with semiconductor-grade FINE (Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering) manufacturing methods, the PF-04 features an integrated monolithic silicon die designed to deliver clean bi-directional line drawing and solid area fills at rapid carriage traversal speeds.
Housing 15,360 active addressable nozzles (allocated with 5,120 nozzles dedicated to dual Matte Black channels and 2,560 nozzles each for Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Regular Black), the printhead ejects calibrated 4 picoliter (pL) micro-droplets at native output resolutions up to 2400 × 1200 optimized DPI. The nozzle orifices incorporate anti-satellite trajectory sculpting that minimizes ink misting and dot scatter, producing crisp 0.02 mm line acutance and legible 4-point CAD text. Integrated with onboard EEPROM calibration, the head continuously reports thermal resistor metrics to the host controller to dynamically balance drive voltages and maintain consistent drop velocity across the entire swath.
Part Information
| Product Name | Original Canon PF-04 Printhead |
| OEM Manufacturer | Canon Inc. |
| OEM Part Number | 3630B001AA / 3630B003AA (PF-04) |
| International Barcode (EAN/UPC) | 4960999636535 / 013803111194 |
| Component Classification | Integrated 6-Channel Technical Thermal Bubble Jet (FINE) Scanning Printhead |
| Channel Architecture | 6 Integrated Ink Conduits (MBK × 2, BK, C, M, Y) |
| Ink Chemistry Pairing | Canon 5-Color Reactive Ink System (PFI-102, PFI-104, PFI-107, PFI-207, PFI-307, PFI-707) |
| 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 |
| Nozzle Channel Distribution | MBK: 5,120 nozzles (dual channels) | BK, C, M, Y: 2,560 nozzles each |
| Native Channel Resolution | 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 |
| Nozzle Orifice Geometry | Anti-satellite streamlined orifice design minimizing ink mist and trajectory deflection |
| Smart Chip Integration | Onboard EEPROM tracking head rank values, drive pulse voltages, and dot 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 state |
| 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
- Asymmetric 5,120-Nozzle Dual Matte Black: Allocates double the nozzle capacity to Matte Black pigment, ensuring maximum optical density, fast vector line throughput, and sharp 0.02 mm line work on uncoated technical bond paper.
- Anti-Satellite Nozzle Profiling: Sculpted nozzle bores eliminate trailing satellite micro-droplets, producing crisp CAD typography, sharp barcode verifiability, and clean technical schematics without ink misting.
- Bi-Directional High-Frequency Ejection: Firing 4 pL uniform droplets at elevated drive frequencies maintains dot placement accuracy during high-speed draft and production sweeps.
- Active Optical Drop Detection: Works with the carriage optical sensor to detect non-firing nozzles automatically, triggering cleaning routines and dynamic adjacent nozzle substitution.
CRITICAL TECHNICAL & OPERATIONAL ADVISORY
1. Platform Incompatibility with PF-03 and PF-05: The PF-04 is engineered specifically for second-generation 5-color CAD plotters. It is mechanically, electronically, and fluidically incompatible with first-generation models using the PF-03 (such as iPF610/710/810) and fine-art 8-/12-color models using the PF-05 (such as iPF6300/8300). Carriage alignment guide tabs prevent cross-insertion.
2. Distinction from PF-06 (TM / TX Series): Newer Canon imagePROGRAF TM-series (TM-200/300) and TX-series (TX-3000/4000) utilize the PF-06 printhead. The PF-04 cannot be used in TM/TX printers despite similar exterior chassis dimensions. Check the exact printer model number before breaking factory seals.
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 paper to enable the optical carriage sensor to calibrate inter-channel drop alignment.
Compatible Models & Systems
| Printer Platform | Ink Chemistry | Carriage Configuration |
|---|---|---|
| Canon iPF650 / iPF655 | 5-Color Reactive (MBK/BK/C/M/Y) | Single Printhead 24-in CAD/GIS Technical Carriage |
| Canon iPF670 / iPF680 / iPF685 | 5-Color Reactive (MBK/BK/C/M/Y) | Single Printhead 24-in High-Speed Technical Carriage |
| Canon iPF750 / iPF755 | 5-Color Reactive (MBK/BK/C/M/Y) | Single Printhead 36-in AEC Production Carriage |
| Canon iPF760 / iPF765 / iPF770 | 5-Color Reactive (MBK/BK/C/M/Y) | Single Printhead 36-in High-Volume Production Carriage |
| Canon iPF780 / iPF785 | 5-Color Reactive (MBK/BK/C/M/Y) | Single Printhead 36-in High-Capacity Production Carriage |
| Canon iPF830 / iPF840 / iPF850 | 5-Color Reactive (MBK/BK/C/M/Y) | Single Printhead 44-in Dual-Roll Technical Production Engine |
*Model Differentiation Note: The PF-04 printhead is specific to the 5-color CAD/GIS printers listed above. It cannot be used in fine art printers (which require PF-05) or first-generation plotters (which require PF-03). Verify printer model tags before opening sealed 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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