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Genuine OEM 8.5-inch 300 DPI extra-wide thermal printhead engineered for Brady BBP85 and PowerMark large-format facility and safety sign printers. Designed for highly visible pipe markers, OSHA signs, and lean/5S visual workplace graphics.
Product Overview
The Brady 135676 (superseding legacy PowerMark reference 64445) is the genuine OEM 8.5-inch 300 DPI (11.8 dots/mm) extra-wide thermal printhead engineered for the Brady BBP85 and PowerMark large-format industrial sign printers. Featuring an expansive 215.9 mm (8.5-inch) active print width with 2,548 micro-machined thermal heating elements, this robust assembly delivers highly visible, full-color-capable facility signs, large pipe markers, GHS compliance placards, and lean/5S visual workplace graphics.
Part Information
| Product Name | Brady BBP85 8.5-inch 300 DPI Thermal Printhead |
| Manufacturer / Brand | Brady |
| OEM Part Number / Reference | 135676 |
| PrestaShop Category Hierarchy | Home, Thermal Printheads, Brady |
| Condition | 100% Genuine Original, Brand New, Factory Sealed |
| Product Status | Active OEM Production / Grade A Standard |
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Technical Value / Specification |
|---|---|
| Technology | Wide-format thin-film Thermal Transfer |
| Resolution / Channels | 300 DPI (11.8 dots/mm) |
| Print Width / Geometry | 215.9 mm (8.5 inches) |
| Operating Performance | Not applicable (Supports wide-format sign printing speeds up to 100 mm/s) |
| Technical Details & Notes | Dot pitch: 0.0847 mm; Total heating elements: 2,548 dots; Active print width: 215.9 mm; Ceramic substrate: Heavy-duty wide industrial flat glaze; Chassis: Reinforced 8.5-inch aluminum extrusion with multi-point thermistor temperature feedback. |
Master Comparison Matrix
| Model Variant | OEM Reference | Technology | Primary Application | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brady BBP85 8.5-inch 300 DPI Thermal Printhead (CURRENT PRODUCT) | 135676 | Wide-format 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: Always isolate printer electrical power before handling or replacing the printhead. Due to the expansive 8.5-inch width, calibrate head pressure balance across all adjustment points to avoid uneven contact, ribbon wrinkling, or premature edge burnout. Clean the full ceramic glaze strip with 99.9% isopropyl alcohol and lint-free wipes after every ribbon roll change. Handle with extreme care to avoid mechanical flexing of the long ceramic array.
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Brady | Brady BBP85, Brady PowerMark |
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.
