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Genuine OEM 3-inch 305 DPI inverted thermal transfer printhead engineered for Avery Dennison and Paxar Snap 500 two-sided care-label printers (Lower / Station 2 position). Designed for dual-sided textile wash-care label printing.
Product Overview
The Avery Dennison / Paxar 05541037 (legacy engineering reference 054379) is the genuine OEM 3-inch 305 DPI (12 dots/mm) thermal transfer printhead engineered specifically for the Lower Inverted Station (Station 2) of the Snap 500 two-sided fabric printer. Featuring 915 micro-machined thermal heating elements across a 76.2 mm (3.0-inch) print width, this printhead works in conjunction with the upper printhead to enable simultaneous two-sided printing of textile garment care tags.
Part Information
| Product Name | Snap 500 3-inch 305 DPI Thermal Printhead (Lower / Inverted Station) |
| Manufacturer / Brand | Avery Dennison Snap |
| OEM Part Number / Reference | 05541037 |
| 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 (Inverted Station) |
| 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: Inverted Station 2 lower mounting bracket with specialized grounding harness and thermistor. |
Master Comparison Matrix
| Model Variant | OEM Reference | Technology | Primary Application | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snap 500 3-inch 305 DPI Thermal Printhead (Lower / Inverted Station) (CURRENT PRODUCT) | 05541037 | Thin-film high-durability thermal transfer for textile substrates (Inverted Station) | 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 isolate electrical power to the Snap 500 printer prior to servicing the lower printhead. Ensure ESD grounding straps are utilized. Due to inverted mounting, take extra care during installation to ensure the harness does not pinch against the lower chassis. Clean the ceramic glaze edge after every ribbon change with 99.9% isopropyl alcohol and non-abrasive swabs. Calibrate lower carriage pressure independently of the upper head.
- 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 (Lower Station / Station 2 Two-Sided Configuration), Paxar Snap 500 Two-Sided |
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.
