Printhead

In the printing industry, almost everyone knows about the "4720 printhead". It is called the Epson 4720 printhead and the EPS3200 printhead. It is essentially the same printhead, but it got its name because it was installed on the WF-4720 printer in the early days. So is the 4720 printhead worth choosing? What is the difference between it and other printheads? This article will explain it all at once!

Core Parameters at a Glance

Number of Nozzles: 8 rows × 400 nozzles, total 3200 nozzles;

Nozzle width: 1.3 inches (wider than DX5 and DX7);

Printing accuracy: minimum 2.5pl variable ink drop, supports grayscale printing;

Compatible inks: water-based, oil-based, solvent, UV, pigment, sublimation (multi-purpose printhead);

Applicable scenarios: photo, UV flatbed, sublimation fabric, DTF and other industrial printing.

Comparison with Other Printheads

Why is the Epson 4720 Printhead a Market Favorite?

Versatile and Compatible: Not only suitable for water-based inks, but also for solvent, UV, and sublimation inks, making it a “universal” printhead.

Widely Available: Spare parts are easy to find, and the printhead is widely compatible with other systems.

Cost-Effective: Especially popular for early-model 4720 heads, making it a popular choice among users.

Easy Maintenance: Simple maintenance and setup, ideal for new users.

Disadvantages

Most 4720 printheads are disassembled heads, which carry risks such as unstable lifespan and a higher chance of burning out.

The printing control system's precision for the 4720 is not as accurate as the i3200, with slightly lower speed and stability.

The price of new 4720 printheads has increased due to speculation, and some models also require a dedicated encryption card.

Summarize

If you are looking for a printing solution with high cost performance, strong adaptability and universal accessories, 4720 is still a nozzle that is worth considering on the market.

But if you have higher requirements for printing stability and lifespan, it is recommended to choose the official i3200/S3200 print head. Although the price is slightly higher, the performance is more lasting.