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}Konica KM1024a SHE Printhead
Brand: Konica Minolta
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The Konica Minolta KM1024a SHE is a genuine original analogue-waveform shear-mode piezo on-demand industrial inkjet printhead for high-productivity solvent, UV, and oil-based wide-format printing systems. The "a" in KM1024a is the defining characteristic of this head: it uses an analogue waveform drive system rather than the digital drive of the KM1024i series — delivering higher laydown capability, multi-drop flexibility, and superior waveform tuning for individual ink formulations. With a 6pl minimum drop at 40kHz binary, or up to 24pl at 22kHz in 4-drop greyscale mode, the SHE is purpose-built for high-speed, high-quality UV flatbed and roll-to-roll production. Every KM1024a SHE we sell at Digiprint USA is 100% genuine original Konica Minolta Japan.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | Konica Minolta KM1024a SHE |
| Platform | KM1024a — analogue waveform generation of the KM1024 platform |
| Technology | Shear-mode piezo on-demand — independent channel drive |
| Waveform | Analogue (vs digital drive of KM1024i) |
| Total nozzles | 1,024 (256 nozzles × 4 lines) |
| Native resolution | 360 dpi (90 nozzles/inch × 4 lines) |
| Print width | 72 mm |
| Drop volume — Binary mode | 6 pl @ 40 kHz |
| Drop volume — 4dpd Greyscale mode | 24 pl @ 22 kHz |
| Greyscale levels | 8 |
| Internal heater | Yes — jetting temperature range RT to 55°C |
| Ink compatibility | Solvent, UV-curable, oil-based inks |
| Ink viscosity range | 7 – 10 mPa·s |
| Dimensions | W131.2mm × D17.6mm × H97mm |
| Weight | Approx. 150g |
| Nozzle plate | New material — approx. 100× higher scratch resistance vs previous generation |
| Mechanical compatibility | Mechanically compatible with KM1024i series print heads |
| Waveform data | Included |
| Country of origin | Japan |
| Condition | 100% genuine original Konica Minolta, brand new |
Compatible Printers
• Dilli Neo Titan Plus 2504D-W2X
The KM1024a SHE is a newer-generation head used in select high-speed UV and solvent production systems. Not sure if this printhead fits your machine? Contact us before ordering — we confirm compatibility for your specific printer at no obligation.
Decoding the KM1024a SHE Designation
Konica Minolta's KM1024a suffix system encodes key head characteristics:
S — Small drop (6pl minimum — optimised for fine detail and high-frequency jetting)
H — Heater integrated (internal temperature control for viscosity-sensitive inks)
E — Variant designation within the SH family
The "a" in KM1024a is the most important letter in this product name. It identifies the analogue waveform drive architecture — a fundamentally different approach from the digital drive system used in the KM1024i. Analogue drive allows continuous, smoothly shaped voltage waveforms that give printer OEMs far greater flexibility to tune jetting behaviour for specific inks — particularly high-laydown UV white or varnish channels, and solvent inks requiring careful meniscus management. The KM1024a SHE is mechanically compatible with KM1024i printers, making it a realistic upgrade path for existing KM1024i installations targeting higher laydown or analogue-waveform ink tuning.
KM1024a vs KM1024i: What's the Difference?
| Feature | KM1024a SHE (this listing) | KM1024i SHE (digital) |
|---|---|---|
| Waveform type | Analogue | Digital |
| Drop size | 6pl (Binary) / 24pl (4dpd) | 6pl |
| Max frequency | 40 kHz (Binary) | 56 kHz |
| Ink type | Solvent / UV / Oil | Solvent / UV / Oil |
| Waveform flexibility | High — per-ink tunable | Standard digital levels |
| Mechanical fit | Compatible — same footprint as KM1024i | |
Applications
• UV flatbed wide-format printing — high-speed single-pass UV production on rigid and flexible substrates
• Eco-solvent and solvent roll-to-roll — large-format signage, vehicle wraps, and banner printing
• High-laydown UV white and varnish — paired with KM1024aLHG-RC for white/varnish + colour configurations
• Oil-based industrial inkjet — applications requiring higher viscosity ink management with analogue waveform tuning
Warranty Notice
Due to the sensitive nature of industrial printhead components, we cannot accept returns, exchanges, or refunds once the printhead has been installed. All sales are final. This printhead is for solvent, UV, and oil-based inks only — use with water-based or aqueous inks will cause irreversible damage to internal seals and the nozzle plate. Contact our team to confirm compatibility before ordering.
Why Buy from Digiprint USA
• 100% genuine original Konica Minolta KM1024a SHE — not compatible, not refurbished
• Waveform data included — complete OEM package
• In stock in Doral, Miami FL — same day shipping before 2PM EST
• Mechanically compatible with KM1024i printers — we advise on upgrade path suitability
• Free technical support — we confirm SHE analogue vs KM1024i digital variant for your specific system before you order
View our full range of genuine Konica Minolta printheads stocked by Digiprint USA.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the KM1024a SHE designation mean?
The "a" identifies the analogue waveform drive system — the defining feature of this series. S = small drop (6pl), H = heater integrated, E = variant within the SH family. Together, SHE identifies the 6pl heated analogue-drive variant of the KM1024a platform, optimised for solvent, UV, and oil-based inks at up to 40kHz in binary mode.
What is the difference between KM1024a and KM1024i?
Both are current-generation 1024-nozzle Konica Minolta heads sharing the same mechanical footprint and 360 dpi resolution. The key difference is the drive system: KM1024i uses a digital waveform — fixed voltage levels, simpler electronics, up to 56kHz. KM1024a uses an analogue waveform — continuously shaped voltage signals that give much greater per-ink tuning flexibility, particularly valuable for high-laydown UV white/varnish channels or solvent inks requiring precise meniscus control. The KM1024a SHE is mechanically compatible with KM1024i printer installations.
Can the KM1024a SHE be used with water-based inks?
No. The SHE is formulated for non-aqueous inks — solvent, UV-curable, and oil-based. Water-based ink compatibility in the KM1024a series belongs to the SAE-Q variant. Using aqueous inks in the SHE will cause seal swelling and nozzle plate degradation.
Do you ship the Konica KM1024a SHE to Latin America?
Yes — same day shipping from our Doral, Miami FL warehouse. Our Miami location is ideal for Latin American UV flatbed, solvent wide-format, and industrial print operations using freight forwarders in the Doral area.
