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Sato CT412i OEM Printhead 305dpi 12 DPMM R10169000 New

SKU CH-YSH0-46F1K

Genuine 305 dpi printhead for Sato CT412i thermal label printers, 12 dots per millimetre, part R10169000

  • Product TypePrinthead
  • Genuine OEM quality ensures reliable thermal printing
  • 305 dpi resolution produces sharp label detail
  • 12 dots per millimetre density supports fine graphics
  • Designed for Sato CT412i label printer compatibility
  • New condition with three-month manufacturer warranty

Genuine Sato CT412i Printhead 305dpi

This genuine Sato printhead is built for the CT412i thermal label printer at 305dpi and 12 DPMM. It replaces part number R10169000 and arrives new with a three-month warranty. The unit is intended for operators who need a direct OEM replacement to restore print quality on existing Sato hardware.

Thermal performance and power

The printhead operates at the printer’s native 305dpi resolution and 12 DPMM density without additional cooling or power accessories. Normal use follows the printer’s existing thermal and electrical design, so no extra noise or draw is introduced beyond the standard CT412i specifications.

Bundled contents

The package contains one thermal printhead only. No cables, mounting brackets, cleaning kits or software licences are included, so buyers must reuse existing printer hardware and obtain any required firmware or driver updates from Sato directly.

Highlights

  • Genuine OEM quality ensures reliable thermal printing
  • 305 dpi resolution produces sharp label detail
  • 12 dots per millimetre density supports fine graphics
  • Designed for Sato CT412i label printer compatibility
  • New condition with three-month manufacturer warranty

Specifications

Product TypePrinthead

Questions about this item

How do I install the R10169000 printhead in my Sato CT412i and which step is most often missed?

Power off the printer, open the printhead latch, remove the old unit, align the new printhead pins with the carriage sockets, close the latch firmly until it clicks, then run a calibration print; the step most often missed is the calibration print, which sets the correct 305 dpi density for the new head.

What maintenance or replacement will the R10169000 printhead need over time?

Clean the printhead with isopropyl alcohol and a lint-free swab after every ribbon roll or label batch to prevent residue build-up; replace the head when print quality degrades despite cleaning, typically after several kilometres of labels at the 12 dots-per-millimetre resolution.

What limit appears first when the R10169000 printhead runs continuously at high volume?

Thermal fade shows up first — sustained high-density printing at 305 dpi causes the heating elements to overheat, producing lighter bars until the head cools or the print speed is reduced.

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