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Factory-original 1.07-inch 6-channel FINE thermal inkjet printhead providing 15,360 active nozzles for legacy Canon imagePROGRAF photo graphic plotters.
OEM Replacement Component
Original Canon PF-02 Printhead
OEM Part Number: 2250B001AA (PF-02) | Integrated 6-Channel FINE Thermal Bubble Jet Printhead Module
Engineering Generation & Supersession Notice
The Canon PF-02 Printhead (OEM SKU 2250B001AA) is an interim FINE thermal printhead variant engineered for early 5-color CAD/GIS and 8-color/12-color photo imagePROGRAF systems (notably the iPF510, iPF605, iPF610, iPF710, iPF810, and iPF820 initial factory runs). In standard service parts management, Canon consolidated this branch into the unified PF-03 (2251B001AA) architecture, which provides improved anti-kogation heater passivation and full forward/backward compatibility.
Product Overview
The Original Canon PF-02 Printhead (2250B001AA) is an authentic original equipment manufacturer 6-channel integrated thermal Bubble Jet drop-on-demand (DoD) replacement printhead engineered for Canon’s mid-generation imagePROGRAF large-format technical plotters and graphic systems. Manufactured with Canon’s high-precision semiconductor FINE (Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering) process, the PF-02 features a high-density silicon die designed to withstand sustained technical line drawing and photo poster printing workflows.
Housing 30,720 active addressable nozzles (5,120 nozzles per channel across six fluid conduits), the PF-02 ejects calibrated 4 picoliter (pL) micro-droplets at native print resolutions up to 2400 × 1200 optimized DPI. In 5-color technical plotters (iPF610/710/810/820), the six channels are allocated across Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Regular Black, and dual Matte Black lines, ensuring maximum optical density and crisp vector acutance on plain bond paper. Equipped with onboard EEPROM tracking, the printhead works with the printer's optical sensor for automated head alignment and non-firing nozzle compensation.
Part Information
| Product Name | Original Canon PF-02 Printhead |
| OEM Manufacturer | Canon Inc. |
| OEM Part Number | 2250B001AA (PF-02) |
| Direct OEM Supersession | PF-03 / 2251B001AA (Direct 1:1 Interchangeable Replacement) |
| Component Classification | Integrated 6-Channel Thermal Bubble Jet (FINE) Scanning Printhead |
| Channel Architecture | 6 Fluid Channels (5,120 nozzles per channel across dual interleaved arrays) |
| Ink Chemistry Pairing | Canon Reactive Dye / Matte Black Pigment (PFI-102 / PFI-701 / PFI-702 series) |
| Country of Origin | Japan (Genuine Canon Factory Sealed Blister Pack) |
Technical Specifications
| Print Technology | Canon FINE (Full-photolithography Inkjet Nozzle Engineering) Bubble Jet |
| Total Active Addressable Nozzles | 30,720 nozzles per printhead (5,120 nozzles × 6 integrated color channels) |
| Native Channel 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 pass |
| 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. 135 × 95 × 50 mm; Net weight: ~0.11 kg / Packaged: ~0.20 kg |
Key Features & Operational Advantages
- Integrated 6-Channel Monolithic Silicon Die: Houses 30,720 nozzles on a single compact chip, delivering wide 1.07-inch passes for fast CAD line generation and dense GIS color fills.
- Dual Matte Black Architecture: In 5-color technical plotters, two of the six channels fire Matte Black pigment simultaneously, ensuring high line density, fast black coverage, and crisp 0.02 mm minimum line width.
- High-Speed Thermal Resistor Ejection: Ejects uniform 4 pL droplets at high burst frequencies, reducing graininess and satellite droplets on technical bond, tracing paper, and photo gloss.
- Active Optical Nozzle Verification: Cooperates with the printer's optical drop sensor to monitor channel health and re-route dot firing to adjacent nozzles if a deflection is detected.
CRITICAL TECHNICAL & OPERATIONAL ADVISORY
1. Interchangeability with PF-03 (2251B001AA): The PF-02 is fully interchangeable with the widely available Canon PF-03. If an original PF-02 cannot be sourced, a PF-03 can be installed without hardware modifications. Ensure printer firmware is current to ensure proper drive pulse timing.
2. Platform Incompatibility with PF-04 / PF-05 / PF-06 / PF-10: The PF-02/PF-03 pinout and mechanical latching geometry are exclusive to early iPF series. They cannot be installed into newer models requiring PF-04 (iPF650/750), PF-05 (iPF6300/8300), PF-06 (TM/TX series), or PF-10 (PRO-series). Attempting to force mismatched heads will crack the carriage lock.
3. Electrical Contact Pad Care: Never touch the rear gold contact array or the lower silicon nozzle orifice plate with bare fingers. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) or skin oils will damage the fine heater resistors. If contaminated, clean gently using a lint-free cleanroom wipe dampened with deionized water.
4. Automated Priming & Calibration: Following physical latching, allow the printer to complete 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 imagePROGRAF iPF510 | 5-Color Reactive Dye / MBK | Single Printhead 17-in Desktop Technical Carriage |
| Canon imagePROGRAF iPF605 / iPF610 | 5-Color Reactive Dye / MBK | Single Printhead 24-in CAD/GIS Production Carriage |
| Canon imagePROGRAF iPF710 / iPF720 | 5-Color Reactive Dye / MBK | Single Printhead 36-in High-Speed Technical Carriage |
| Canon imagePROGRAF iPF810 / iPF820 | 5-Color Reactive Dye / MBK | Single Printhead 44-in Dual-Roll Technical Production Engine |
| Canon imagePROGRAF iPF6100 / iPF8100 | 12-Color LUCIA Pigment | Dual Printhead Graphic Carriage (Early Factory Reference) |
*Model Differentiation Note: For all listed models, the PF-03 printhead serves as the direct, officially supported factory supersession. If procuring replacement inventory, PF-03 (2251B001AA) can be utilized interchangeably in place of PF-02 (2250B001AA). Check equipment service documentation before ordering.
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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