{"id":35275,"date":"2025-05-14T07:37:11","date_gmt":"2025-05-14T07:37:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/?post_type=blog&#038;p=35275"},"modified":"2025-05-14T11:13:07","modified_gmt":"2025-05-14T11:13:07","slug":"printhead-maintenance-why-a-good-quality-printhead-is-essential-when-choosing-a-continuous-ink-jet-cij-system","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/blog\/printhead-maintenance-why-a-good-quality-printhead-is-essential-when-choosing-a-continuous-ink-jet-cij-system\/","title":{"rendered":"CIJ Printhead Maintenance: Why a Good Quality Printhead is Essential"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>We love the word uptime especially when it\u2019s in the positive, but how do we keep it that way and avoid the dreaded downtime?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No company can afford to constantly have to stop their line to deal with annoyances such as poor coding quality due to a blocked printhead. Uptime is of paramount importance, and the selection of printing equipment to efficiently perform its function, without interruption, has never been higher.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en\/products\/continuous-ink-jet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CIJ<\/strong><\/a><strong> systems are a popular choice for printing dates or batch codes on products as they move along the production line. <\/strong>CIJs can handle a wide range of sizes, shapes or textures of substrates. They are excellent at producing reliable, accurate codes \u2013 delivered in the same place on each product \u2013 and can operate at different line speeds.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important thing to consider when comparing CIJ printers is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en\/products\/continuous-ink-jet\/linx-printhead\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>printhead<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> Printheads can often be overlooked but are actually the core element of the printer. Afterall that\u2019s what delivers the code. Different printheads on the market require different cleaning intervals.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-why-do-cij-printheads-need-cleaning\">Why do CIJ Printheads Need Cleaning?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li>All printheads accumulate dried ink but the speed of the accumulation depends on the design\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li>Accumulated dried ink can block the printhead nozzle and result in poorly printed codes or stop the printer completely\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, cleaning interval requirements are indicators of the speed at which ink accumulates, the faster a printhead accumulates dried ink the more risk to your code.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Linx CIJ printhead automatically cleans itself daily, so you don\u2019t have to.<\/strong> Uniquely designed with AutoFlush technology, the Linx printhead has a typical cleaning interval of up to three months, providing increased production efficiency and savings on valuable cleaning time and fluids. Other printers need more printhead cleaning; some daily.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-linx-automatic-printhead-cleaning-system\">Linx Automatic Printhead Cleaning System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Linx Automatic Printhead Cleaning System | How the Unique Linx AutoFlush System Works\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VtW0wkZ3chg?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:11px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-font-size has-small-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linxglobal.com\/en-gb\/sample-printing\/\"><strong>Request Print Sample<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-what-do-you-look-for-in-a-quality-cij-printhead\">What do you Look for in a Quality CIJ Printhead?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li>A quick, clean start-up every time, even if printer is used infrequently\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li>A robust, completely sealed printhead for maximum reliability and protection from costly, physical damage\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li>Automatic printhead cleaning flush feature which ensures continual reliable operation\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li>A choice of printhead which is suitable for your printing needs\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Maximising uptime for CIJs is now easier than ever. With machines having longer service intervals (up to 17400 hours or 2 years) between services, production managers have more control over their downtime, easing staff pressure and stress.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-key-features-and-benefits-of-linx-cij-printhead\">Key Features and Benefits of Linx CIJ Printhead<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li><strong>No daily adjustments:<\/strong> Linx printheads are purposely sealed, protecting critical components from damage.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li><strong>No regular manual cleaning: <\/strong>Linx printheads save you valuable time. Less physical cleaning means more time to be productive elsewhere.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Versatility: <\/strong>Linx<strong> <\/strong>CIJ printheads can print on a wide range of surfaces, including flat and curved objects, and various materials.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li><strong>Uptime advantage:<\/strong> Reliable and robust printheads minimize downtime and maximize productivity.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-navi-blue-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-why-quality-printed-code-matters-for-brand\">Why Quality Printed Code Matters for Brand?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It should be remembered that good quality codes enhance a brand, especially if the code is being printed on a premium product. Inks need to be fast drying and extremely durable whilst being heat and chemical resistant.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All this means that companies in industries from cables, extrusions and automotive to aerospace, electronics and packaging now have an even wider choice of printing solutions to deliver the best code for their specific requirements.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking to upgrade your CIJ equipment, make sure the printhead is up to the job.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you would like to know more about how CIJs and Linx could help you stand out from the crowd with quality code applications, get in touch with us today.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1747207683942\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is CIJ?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">As its name implies, continuous inkjet (CIJ) technology utilizes a unique, innovative process to deliver a continuous stream of ink for printing on a medium.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1747207701016\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Which printhead is best?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Linx unique CIJ printheads are best because they are designed to be robust and clean, saving you valuable time and money.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We love the word uptime especially when it\u2019s in the positive, but how do we keep it that way and avoid the dreaded downtime?&nbsp; No company can afford to constantly have to stop their line to deal with annoyances such as poor coding quality due to a blocked printhead. 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