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100% Genuine OEM Mimaki M015372 5540 (Ricoh Gen5 / MH5420) industrial UV piezoelectric printhead assembly equipped with integrated memory board for Mimaki JFX200, JFX500, and UJV500 UV flatbed printers.
OEM Part Number: M015372 / MP-M015372 (Replaces M015307) | Complete Micro-Piezo DX7-Class Printhead Assembly with Pre-Mounted Head Memory Board
The Original Mimaki 5540 Printhead Assembly with Memory Board (M015372) is a factory-original multi-channel piezoelectric drop-on-demand printhead unit engineered for high-throughput commercial sign production, vehicle wraps, backlit displays, fine-art graphics, and DTF film manufacturing. Operating in a single-head (JV150/CJV150) or dual-staggered carriage array (JV300/CJV300), this assembly delivers print speeds up to 105.9 m²/h while maintaining precise dot placement and circularity.
Configured with 1,440 active addressable micro-nozzles partitioned across 8 independent channels (180 nozzles per row), the unit achieves native output resolutions up to 1440 DPI. Leveraging advanced 3-way Variable Sized Droplet Technology (VSDT), the 5540 head fires droplet sizes ranging from an ultra-fine 1.5 picoliters for smooth photographic gradients up to heavy droplets for dense solid coverage. The integrated factory memory board interfaces directly with the printer's firmware to authenticate the assembly and synchronize voltage driving pulses, protecting the head from wave-deflection, misting, and electrical overload.
| Product Name | Original Mimaki 5540 Head Assy with Memory Board |
| OEM Manufacturer | Mimaki Engineering Co., Ltd. / Epson Precision Technology (Japan) |
| Primary OEM Part Numbers | M015372 / MP-M015372 |
| Superseded OEM Part Number | M015307 (5540 Head Base) |
| Core Transducer Architecture | Epson DX7-Class Micro-Piezo Industrial Platform (Golden Faceplate) |
| Included Electronics Sub-Assembly | Factory Pre-Mounted Encrypted Head Memory Board & Integrated Flexible Cables |
| Channel Allocation Versatility | 8 Channels: 2 × 4-Color (Dual CMYK), 8-Color (CMYKLcLmOrLk), or CMYK + White/Light Black |
| Ink Chemistry Pairing | Mimaki SS21, BS3, BS4, ES3 (Eco-Solvent), Sb53, Sb54 (Sublimation), PHT50 (DTF) |
| Country of Origin | Japan (Genuine Factory Original Sealed Package) |
| Actuation Physics | Micro-Piezo Electric Drop-on-Demand (PZT Actuator System) |
| Active Addressable Nozzles | 1,440 nozzles total (8 parallel lines × 180 nozzles per line) |
| Maximum Native Resolution | 1440 DPI native optical resolution |
| Droplet Size Modulation | Variable Sized Droplet Technology (VSDT): 1.5 pl (minimum) to 21 pl (maximum) |
| Firing Jetting Frequency | Up to 8.0 kHz per channel |
| Fluid Interface Porting | 8 integrated upper manifold nipples matched to Mimaki DX6/DX7 valve damper units |
| Cable Harness Dimensions | Integral high-density FFC data cable: 354 mm length × 30 mm width |
| Operating Temperature Range | 20°C to 30°C (68°F to 86°F) recommended press ambient |
| Operating Humidity Range | 35% to 65% RH non-condensing |
| Physical Dimensions & Weight | Approx. 95 × 40 × 35 mm (head body); Net weight: ~0.16 kg / Packaged: ~0.38 kg |
1. Platform Incompatibility with Older DX5 Models: The M015372 5540 assembly is engineered specifically for Mimaki’s DX7-based carriage systems (JV150, CJV150, JV300, CJV300). It is physically, electrically, and fluidically incompatible with legacy DX5 platforms (such as JV33, CJV30, or JV5, which use M007947 / F160010). Never attempt to install this unit into a DX5 carriage.
2. Pre-Mounted Memory Board Notice: Because this assembly includes the genuine factory Memory Board with its pre-flashed encryption key, technicians do NOT need to unclip and transfer the fragile circuit board from the failed head. Ensure the 354 mm ribbon cables are routed cleanly through the carriage shield channels without pinching or sharp twisting.
3. Mandatory Head ID Input: After physical installation, the technician MUST enter the alphanumeric Head ID value (printed on the barcode label) into the printer’s Service Mode menu (`[#] PARAMETER` > `HEAD ID`). Operating the printhead with improper voltage rank profiles will result in droplet deflection, misting, or premature piezo fatigue.
4. Valve Damper & Cap Top Servicing: Always replace the DX6/DX7-style valve dampers (M015001 / M028290) concurrently with the printhead. Inspect the rubber capping station seals and wiper blades before charging ink; operating with a worn cap top or dry wiper blade will degrade the nozzle plate surface and cause chronic dropouts.
| Printer Platform | OEM Part Number | Supported Machine Configuration |
|---|---|---|
| Mimaki JV300 Series | M015372 / MP-M015372 | JV300-130, JV300-160 (Dual-Head Staggered High-Speed Platform) |
| Mimaki CJV300 Series | M015372 / MP-M015372 | CJV300-130, CJV300-160 (Dual-Head Integrated Print & Cut) |
| Mimaki JV150 Series | M015372 / MP-M015372 | JV150-130, JV150-160 (Single-Head Entry Production Platform) |
| Mimaki CJV150 Series | M015372 / MP-M015372 | CJV150-75, CJV150-107, CJV150-130, CJV150-160 (Single-Head Print & Cut) |
| Mimaki TxF Series (DTF) | M015372 / MP-M015372 | TxF150-75, TxF300-75 Direct-to-Film Printers (PHT50 Pigment Inks) |
| Mimaki DX5 Platforms (Reference) | M007947 / F160010 | Incompatible: JV33, CJV30, and JV5 series use Epson DX5 architecture |
*Model Differentiation Note: Specifically engineered for Mimaki 5540 / DX7 carriage platforms. Always verify the printer model and part number on the machine serial plate prior to unpacking.
Condition: 100% Brand New, Genuine OEM Factory-Original Mimaki Replacement Printhead in sealed factory packaging with shipping preservation fluid intact.
Manufacturer Warranty: Covered under standard OEM parts limited warranty against material and manufacturing defects out-of-box prior to ink introduction. No warranty applies once active solvent ink, flush fluid, or cleaning solvent has been introduced into the micro-fluidic chambers, or if damage results from head strikes, media rubs, electrostatic discharge, or improper cable seating.
Return Policy: Precision industrial electronic component. Unopened, factory-sealed boxes with intact tamper-evident seals are eligible for standard commercial return. Once the vacuum seal is broken, protective nozzle tape removed, or the head mounted onto a carriage frame, returns cannot be accepted due to fluid priming, static risk, and electrical contamination hazards.