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Genuine OEM 100mm / 107mm 300 DPI corner-edge thermal printhead engineered for legacy Markem SmartDate 2 and SmartDate 3 wide-format packaging overprinters. Designed for wide-web packaging film coding and ingredient panel printing.
Product Overview
The Markem 34106 (revision 34106-01) is the original OEM 100mm / 107mm 300 DPI corner-edge thermal printhead assembly manufactured for legacy Markem SmartDate 2 and SmartDate 3 systems. Manufactured with a Kyocera KST-106-8MPF1-MKM ceramic substrate, this printhead provides an active print width of 106.6 mm (4.2 inches) with 1,280 individual thermal heating elements at 12 dots/mm.
Part Information
| Product Name | Markem SmartDate 100mm / 107mm 300 DPI Thermal Printhead |
| Manufacturer / Brand | Markem-Imaje |
| OEM Part Number / Reference | 34106 |
| PrestaShop Category Hierarchy | Home, Thermal Printheads, Markem-Imaje |
| Condition | 100% Genuine Original, Brand New, Factory Sealed |
| Product Status | Active OEM Production / Grade A Standard |
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Technical Value / Specification |
|---|---|
| Technology | Corner-edge (near-edge) thin-film thermal transfer |
| Resolution / Channels | 300 DPI (12 dots/mm) |
| Print Width / Geometry | 106.6 mm (4.2 inches) |
| Operating Performance | Not applicable (Supports operational line speeds up to 600 mm/s continuous and 400 mm/s intermittent on legacy hardware) |
| Technical Details & Notes | Dot pitch: 0.0847 mm; Total heating elements: 1,280 dots; Active print width: 106.6 mm (nominally referred to as 100mm or 107mm); Ceramic substrate: Kyocera corner-edge; Bracket: Integrated aluminum carrier assembly with thermistor. |
Master Comparison Matrix
| Model Variant | OEM Reference | Technology | Primary Application | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Markem SmartDate 100mm / 107mm 300 DPI Thermal Printhead (CURRENT PRODUCT) | 34106 | Corner-edge (near-edge) thin-film thermal transfer | Industrial Production | Active Genuine |
Technical Precision & Operational Advisory
- Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Protection: Always wear a grounded anti-static wrist strap during handling to avoid damaging sensitive internal circuitry.
- Power Isolation Protocols: Complete electrical power-down must be verified prior to disconnecting or reconnecting ribbon cables. Never hot-plug connections.
- Operational Precision: As a legacy service component, ensure printer carriage alignment and mounting pins are completely free of debris before torquing the retention screws. Power off the SmartDate 2/3 unit before disconnecting the cable harness. Avoid touching the glazed ceramic edge. Clean exclusively with 99.9% isopropyl alcohol and non-abrasive swabs. Check platen roller rubber integrity, as hardened rollers on older machines can crack wide-format ceramic substrates.
- Certified Technician Requirement: Physical mounting and electrical alignment must be conducted exclusively by trained industrial service personnel.
Compatible Models & Systems
| Manufacturer / Brand | Verified Compatible Models & Systems |
|---|---|
| Markem-Imaje | Markem SmartDate 2 (100mm / 107mm), Markem SmartDate 3 (100mm / 107mm) |
Terms, Warranty & Customer Protection:
Pre-Installation Guarantee: 100% brand-new, factory-original product. Each unit is inspected and sealed before shipment. We guarantee authenticity and factory condition upon arrival.
Store Warranty Policy: 30 working days warranty covering manufacturing defects. Warranty claims require complete unboxing video and professional installation video performed by an experienced technician following standard recommended procedures.
Final Sale Conditions: Once the printhead has been exposed to ink or installed into a printer, it is considered used and cannot be returned or exchanged. Please verify compatibility and installation readiness before opening the sealed packaging.
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