Konica KM1024 MHB 14PL Printhead

• Konica KM1024 MHB 14PL 

he Konica KM1024 MHB 14PL is an industrial-grade piezoelectric inkjet printhead designed for UV and solvent flatbed printing systems. It belongs to the Konica Minolta KM1024 series, known for wide print width, excellent grayscale control, and energy efficiency — making it a popular choice for graphics, signage, and industrial print platforms.

⭐ Key Features & Technology

🧠 Piezo Drop-on-Demand Design

• Uses piezoelectric on-demand inkjet technology for accurate droplet ejection.
• Equipped with integrated heater to support UV inks, with compatibility for solvent inks as well. 

📐 High Print Density & Wide Print Width

• 1024 nozzles total (512 × 2 rows) support high throughput and fine print detail.
• Native resolution: ~360 dpi (180 dpi × 2 rows).
• Print width: ~72 mm — ideal for larger print swaths common in industrial UV flatbed printers.

💧 Droplet & Grayscale Control

• 14 picoliter nominal drop size optimized for balanced detail and throughput.
• Supports 8-level grayscale mode, enabling variable drop sizes for smoother gradients and richer tones. 

⚡ Performance and Efficiency

• Firing frequency: up to ~12.8 kHz for responsive jetting.
• Piezo actuator design reduces power consumption compared with earlier head generations. 

📊 Typical Applications

This printhead is commonly integrated into industrial wide-format printing systems requiring robust UV or solvent ink operation, including:

• 🪧 UV flatbed printers
• 📦 Signage & display graphics
• 📐 Commercial and industrial print platforms
• 🖼️ Decorative panel & promotional printing

Its heating capability, grayscale flexibility, and wide print width make it suitable for both high-quality single-pass systems and multi-head print bars.

🔄 Integration & Compatibility

The KM1024 MHB is compatible with many industrial print systems that support Konica heads, including models from hybrid and flatbed brands that require a ~72 mm wide head with integrated heater for UV curing. Functionally, the integrated heater and grayscale control help maintain consistent droplet formation when printing with higher-viscosity UV inks.

📌 Specification       

• 🧠 Technology: Piezo Drop-on-Demand (Shared wall 3 cycle)
• 🔢 Nozzles: 1024 (2 × 512)
• 🖨️ Resolution: 360 dpi (180 dpi × 2 rows)
• 💧 Drop Size: 14 pL
• 📏 Print Width: 72 mm
• ⚡ Firing Frequency: 12.8 kHz
• 🌡️ Integrated Heater: Yes (for UV)
• 🖋️ Ink Compatibility: UV & solvent inks
• 🖥️ Greyscale: Up to 8 levels

🛠️ Benefits

✅ Broad Ink Compatibility: UV and solvent support allows use in diverse industrial fleet environments.
✅ Variable Grayscale: 8-level drop control improves print quality and color transitions. 
✅ Energy Efficient Piezo Actuation: Reduced power usage with new actuator design. 
✅ Wide Print Path: 72 mm width improves productivity and coverage per pass.