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Genuine OEM 3-inch 305 DPI high-resolution thermal transfer printhead engineered for Avery Dennison and Paxar Snap 500 care-label printers (Upper / Station 1 position). Designed for fine textile care symbols and multi-language wash instructions.
Product Overview
The Avery Dennison / Paxar 05541038 (legacy engineering reference 054378) is the authentic OEM 3-inch 305 DPI (12 dots/mm) thermal transfer printhead engineered specifically for the Upper Station (Station 1) of the Snap 500 fabric care-label printer. Featuring 915 micro-machined thermal heating elements across an active print width of 76.2 mm (3.0 inches), this printhead delivers razor-sharp wash-care symbols, small multi-language fiber content text, and high-density barcodes directly onto coated and uncoated fabric tapes.
Part Information
| Product Name | Snap 500 3-inch 305 DPI Thermal Printhead (Upper / Station 1) |
| Manufacturer / Brand | Avery Dennison Snap |
| OEM Part Number / Reference | 05541038 |
| PrestaShop Category Hierarchy | Home |
| Condition | 100% Genuine Original, Brand New, Factory Sealed |
| Product Status | Active OEM Production / Grade A Standard |
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Technical Value / Specification |
|---|---|
| Technology | Thin-film high-durability thermal transfer for textile substrates |
| Resolution / Channels | 305 DPI (12 dots/mm) |
| Print Width / Geometry | 76.2 mm (3.0 inches) |
| Operating Performance | Not applicable (Supports textile print speeds up to 5 ips / 127 mm/s) |
| Technical Details & Notes | Dot pitch: 0.0833 mm (12 dots/mm); Total heating elements: 915 dots; Active print width: 76.2 mm; Glaze coating: High-abrasion glaze for woven fabrics; Carrier: Station 1 upper mounting bracket with integrated thermistor and ground lead. |
Master Comparison Matrix
| Model Variant | OEM Reference | Technology | Primary Application | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snap 500 3-inch 305 DPI Thermal Printhead (Upper / Station 1) (CURRENT PRODUCT) | 05541038 | Thin-film high-durability thermal transfer for textile substrates | 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: Always power down the Snap 500 printer before servicing the printhead assembly. Observe rigorous ESD grounding protocols. Because textile fabric tapes and wash-resin ribbons can generate significant abrasive wear, clean the ceramic element row after every ribbon roll change using 99.9% isopropyl alcohol and lint-free textile swabs. Verify that head pressure adjustment cams are set specifically for the fabric tape thickness.
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Avery Dennison Snap | Avery Dennison Snap 500 (Upper Station / Station 1), Paxar Snap 500 (Two-Sided and One-Sided Configurations) |
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.
