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Product Details
xThe Ricoh Gen5i printhead is an enhanced industrial inkjet printhead built on the proven reliability of the Gen5 platform, offering improved ink compatibility and optimized performance for single-pass and scanning printing systems. With 1,280 nozzles (4 x 320) and native 600 dpi resolution, it delivers high-speed, high-precision output using variable drop sizes from 7 to 21 picoliters.
Compared to the original Gen5, the Gen5i supports a broader range of inks — including UV-curable, solvent, oil-based, and water-based — making it more versatile for diverse applications such as labels, packaging, signage, textiles, and decorative printing. It features internal ink recirculation to minimize clogging and maintain consistent print quality over extended use.
Key Features:
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1,280 nozzles arranged in 4 rows
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Native resolution: 600 dpi
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Drop size: 7–21 picoliters with grayscale capability
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Ink compatibility: UV, solvent, water-based, and oil-based inks
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Integrated ink recirculation system
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High firing frequency and fast print speed
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Long life cycle and industrial-grade durability
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Optimized for both scanning and single-pass printers
Alternative Names:
Ricoh MH5421F (Gen5i), Ricoh MH5421, Gen5i Printhead, Ricoh Gen5 improved version
Note: Gen5i is often referred to by its part number MH5421F in global markets.
Shipping & Return
xReturns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
Shipping
We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.
When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.
Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.
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