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Rectangular thermal printhead with metal housing and exposed heating element, 203dpi resolution

Thinkstar

Thinkstar Thermal Printhead 3 inch 203dpi 65620170501

SKU CH-02RW-QKF4M

A 3-inch, 203 dpi thermal printhead for GS, GH, GV, GX and GLP80 printers

  • Product TypePrinthead
  • OEM fit for GS, GH, GV, GX and GLP 80 printers
  • 203 dpi resolution produces sharp 3 inch labels
  • New condition ensures reliable first-print performance
  • Part number 65620170501 matches original equipment exactly
  • Manufacturer listed February 22 2026 for current production

What this printhead fits

This Thinkstar thermal printhead is a direct replacement for Bizerba GS, GH, GV, GX and GLP80 printers that use a 3‑inch, 203dpi head. It is built for operators who need to restore print quality on those specific label or receipt printers without changing the existing hardware.

Resolution and compatibility

The head delivers a fixed 203 dots per inch across a 3‑inch print width, matching the original specification for the listed Bizerba models. If your printer requires a different resolution or a wider head, this part will not produce the correct output.

Installation notes

Replacing the printhead typically involves opening the print mechanism, releasing the old head and seating the new one in the same mounting points. Careless handling can damage the delicate heating elements or misalign the connector, so follow the printer service manual and avoid touching the glass surface.

Highlights

  • OEM fit for GS, GH, GV, GX and GLP 80 printers
  • 203 dpi resolution produces sharp 3 inch labels
  • New condition ensures reliable first-print performance
  • Part number 65620170501 matches original equipment exactly
  • Manufacturer listed February 22 2026 for current production

Specifications

Product TypePrinthead

Questions about this item

What does 203 dpi actually give me on a 3 inch printhead?

It produces 203 dots per inch across the 3 inch width, yielding sharp text and barcodes for standard shipping and retail labels.

What interface does this printhead use and what does it limit?

It connects through the printer's proprietary flex-cable socket, so the host controller sets the maximum print speed and voltage.

Will this printhead fit my Bizerba GLP 80 without modification?

Yes, it is built for the GS, GH, GV, GX and GLP 80 3 inch models and mounts directly in the existing printhead carriage.

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