Epson DX5 Waterborne Printhead F158000 (R1800 R2400 Mutoh RJ900)

Product Overview

The Epson F158000 DX5 Waterborne Printhead is a 100% genuine original MicroPiezo replacement printhead engineered for water-based (aqueous) dye, pigment, and dye-sublimation ink systems. Manufactured in Japan to Epson's highest quality standards, this 8-channel DX5 generation printhead delivers high-density dot placement, sharp detail resolution, and smooth color gradients across professional photographic and sublimation printing platforms.

Engineered specifically for waterborne chemistry, the F158000 serves as an OEM replacement unit to restore optimal jetting performance, resolving persistent channel dropouts, physical faceplate striking damage, or electrical driver faults across compatible Epson desktop photo printers, Mutoh drafting/sublimation plotters, and Mimaki aqueous systems.

Part Information

• Brand: Epson
• Product Type: Inkjet Printhead
• Primary Part Code: F158000
• Head Generation / Model: MicroPiezo DX5 Waterborne (Water-Based)
• Country of Origin: Made in Japan
• Technology: MicroPiezo Drop-On-Demand Piezoelectric
• Ink System Compatibility: Water-Based (Aqueous) Dye, Pigment, and Sublimation Inks
• Condition: 100% Genuine Original, Brand New, Factory Sealed

Technical Specifications

Technical Precision & Operational Advisory

• Waterborne / Aqueous Inks Only: Engineered strictly for water-based dye, aqueous pigment, and water-based sublimation inks. Do not run eco-solvent, solvent, DTF, or UV inks through this head, as non-aqueous solvents will dissolve internal manifold seals and cause immediate internal leaks and short-circuits.
• Flat Flexible Cable (FFC) Inspection: Carefully inspect flat ribbon head cables before installation. Any bent contact pins, physical creases, or liquid ink contamination on ribbon ends will cause a direct electrical short-circuit, damaging both the new printhead and the printer main board ICs upon powering on.
• Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Safety: MicroPiezo actuators are sensitive to static electricity. Technicians must wear anti-static grounding wrist straps during installation and ensure the printer power cord is completely disconnected before touching internal electronics.
• Maintenance System Check: Always replace or thoroughly service the wiper blade, anti-drying cap top assembly, and flushing pad when installing a new printhead to maintain proper vacuum seals and prevent nozzle drying.

Compatible Printers or Equipment

Warranty & Return Information

This product is covered by a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects and a 30-day store guarantee. It is supplied as a 100% genuine original replacement part, carefully packed in factory protective packaging to ensure safe delivery.