Dimatix StarFire SG-1024.SA-2C Printhead

StarFire SG-1024.SA-2C 

The StarFire SG1024/SA-2C is a high-performance industrial inkjet printhead designed for demanding wide-format, scanning, and single-pass printing systems. It’s part of the StarFire family from FUJIFILM Dimatix, engineered for robust integration, reliable operation, and consistent print quality across commercial and industrial applications.

⭐ Key Features

📍 Print Technology

• 🖨️ Drop-on-Demand (DOD) inkjet configuration with dual color channels. 
• 🔢 1024 nozzles total (two paths × 512 independent channels).
• Each nozzle can be fired individually or simultaneously for flexible print patterns and enhanced detail. 

💧 Ink Management & Jetting

• ♻️ Continuous ink recirculation helps keep ink flowing, minimizing clogs and reducing downtime.
• 🌊 Binary and grayscale jetting enables variable drop sizes for improved print quality and productivity. 
• 💦 Compatible with UV-curable, solvent, and aqueous inks for a wide range of media types. 

📏 Performance Specifications

• 📏 Print Width: ~64.96 mm (2.55 in). 
• 💧 Drop Size Range: ~12 – 33 picoliters for fine control. 
• ⚡ Max Frequency: • ~50 kHz for 12 pL drops • ~18 kHz for 33 pL drops. 
• 📊 Optimal Resolution: Up to ~200 dpi in two-color mode. 
• 🌡️ Operating Temp: Up to ~55 °C with internal thermal control.
• 🧴 Viscosity Support: Works well with fluids ~8–20 cP. 

🧠 Integration & Design

• 🔩 Compact, self-contained unit for OEM system builds.
• 🧰 Durable, repairable construction allows nozzle plate cleaning or replacement, which extends service life and reduces consumable cost. 
• ⚙️ Designed for high-speed scanning and single-pass printers, making it ideal for industrial environments requiring high throughput and reliability. 

🎯 Typical Applications

• 📊 Wide-format graphics printing
• 👕 Textile and fabric printing
• 🏭 Commercial signage and decorative printing systems