How to adjust the print head pressure to adapt to the enhanced wax based carbon ribbon?

Adjusting the print head pressure to adapt to the enhanced wax based carbon ribbon can be done by following these steps:

1、 Check the current printing effect

Print a few labels and observe the printing effect. If the printed content is unclear, blurry, or there are issues such as carbon ribbon wrinkles, it may be necessary to adjust the print head pressure.

2、 Prepare tools

A Phillips screwdriver or other suitable tool used to loosen and tighten screws.

Print test paper or label paper to test the adjusted printing effect.

3、 Adjust the print head pressure

Turn off the printer power: Ensure that the printer is turned off when adjusting the print head pressure to avoid accidents.

Open the print head: Find the method to open the print head based on the printer model and instructions. Usually, it is necessary to loosen the fixing screws of the print head or use a specialized mechanism to open the print head.

Find the pressure regulating device: Under the print head assembly, find the pressure regulating device used to regulate the print head pressure. This could be a knob, screw, or other adjustable component.

Adjust pressure:

Use knob adjustment: If the pressure regulating device is a knob, you can press the knob vertically until the pressure column protrusion completely leaves the groove on the knob, then turn the knob to the appropriate gear, and then clip the pressure column protrusion into the groove corresponding to the appropriate gear. Usually, there are different gear markings on the knob, indicating different pressure levels.

Use screws to adjust: If the pressure adjustment device is adjusted by screws, you can use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screws and then fine tune the position of the pressure adjustment device. After increasing or decreasing the pressure as needed, tighten the screws.

Close the print head: After adjusting the pressure, ensure that the print head is properly closed and tighten the fixing screws.

4、 Test printing

Print test paper or label paper: Restart the printer, print a few sheets of test paper or label paper, and observe the printing effect. If the printing effect is still not ideal, you can repeat the above adjustment steps until you find the most suitable pressure setting.

Check the consumption of carbon ribbon: After adjusting the print head pressure, pay attention to the consumption of carbon ribbon. If the carbon ribbon is consumed too quickly, it may be necessary to adjust the pressure again or check other possible factors such as printing speed, printing temperature, etc.

5、 Precautions

Avoid excessive adjustment: The print head pressure should not be too high or too low. Excessive pressure may damage the print head or increase ribbon consumption, while insufficient pressure may result in unclear printing results.

Refer to printer manual: Different models of printers may have different pressure adjustment methods and parameter settings. Before adjusting the print head pressure, it is recommended to consult the printer's user manual or online help documentation for more accurate information and guidance.

Regular maintenance: In addition to adjusting the print head pressure, the printer should also be cleaned and maintained regularly to ensure its normal operation and extend its service life.

Through the above steps, you can adjust the print head pressure to adapt to the enhanced wax based carbon ribbon, thereby achieving better printing results and carbon ribbon consumption balance.