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}Ricoh GEN5 MH5420 Water Printhead 650mm J36004
Brand: Ricoh
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The Ricoh GEN5 MH5420 Water Printhead (J36004 / N221414D) is a genuine original water-based industrial inkjet printhead with a 650mm total assembly length — the longest cable variant in the MH5420 range — for water-based ink systems requiring extended cable routing. With 1,280 nozzles configured for up to 2-colour printing and the same D33 Stacked PZT piezo construction as all GEN5 heads, it is engineered for high-throughput aqueous textile and sublimation printing on platforms including Hollanders ColorBooster, ATP Color, and MTEX Turbo Sub. Every J36004 we sell at Digiprint USA is 100% genuine original Ricoh Japan.
Water-based variant — 650mm cable. This MH5420 is for water-based (aqueous) inks only. It is not the UV/solvent MH5420. The water variant (J36004) supports up to 2 colours, while the UV/solvent MH5420 supports up to 4 colours. Cable length is 550mm (650mm total assembly). Always confirm your printer's specified part number (J36004 or N221414D) and ink type before ordering.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | Ricoh GEN5 MH5420 — Water version |
| Part numbers | J36004 / N221414D |
| Total assembly length | 650mm (head body + cable + connectors) |
| Head cable length | 550mm |
| Total nozzles | 1,280 (4 × 320-channel configuration) |
| Nozzle spacing | 0.1693 mm |
| Native resolution | 600 dpi |
| Max colour channels | 2 colours (water-based variant) |
| Piezo type | D33 Stacked PZT |
| Native drop volume | 7 pl |
| Drop volume range | 7 – 35 pl |
| Temperature control | Integrated heater and thermistor |
| Operating temperature | Up to 80°C |
| Ink compatibility | Water-based / aqueous inks — NOT UV or solvent |
| Head materials | SST, Nickel alloy, Epoxy Adhesive (direct ink contact) |
| Nozzle plate surface | Coated SST |
| Country of origin | Japan |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty included |
| Condition | 100% genuine original Ricoh, brand new |
Ricoh GEN5 MH5420 Cable Length and Ink Type Variants
| Part Number | Total Length | Ink Type | Colours | Typical Printers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N221414J | 248mm | UV / Solvent | Up to 4 | Agfa Jeti, Handtop, CET |
| N221414L | 500mm | UV / Solvent | Up to 4 | Docan, Agfa Jeti Mira, CET |
| J36002 | 248mm | Water-based | Up to 2 | Hollanders, ATP, MTEX |
| J36004 / N221414D (this listing) | 650mm | Water-based | Up to 2 | Hollanders, ATP, MTEX (long cable run) |
The 650mm water version (J36004) shares the same head body as the 248mm water version (J36002) but has a longer 550mm cable for machines with extended carriage-to-electronics routing distances. Installing the wrong cable length may result in connection failure or excessive cable strain. Always verify your printer's required cable length from its service documentation.
Compatible Printers
This 650mm water-based variant is compatible with the following printers:
Contact our team with your printer make, model, and current head part number to confirm J36004 compatibility before ordering.
Warranty Notice
Due to the sensitive nature of industrial UV and water-based printhead components, we cannot accept returns, exchanges, or refunds once the printhead has been installed. All sales are final. Contact our team to confirm ink type and cable length before ordering.
Why Buy from Digiprint USA
• 100% genuine original Ricoh GEN5 MH5420 J36004 / N221414D — not compatible, not refurbished
• Water-based variant confirmed — not interchangeable with UV/solvent MH5420
• In stock in Doral, Miami FL — same day shipping before 2PM EST
• Ideal for Latin American Hollanders, ATP Color, and MTEX textile operations using Miami freight forwarders
• Free technical support — we confirm J36004 vs J36002 cable length and water vs UV variant for your printer before you order
View our full range of genuine Ricoh GEN5 industrial printheads stocked by Digiprint USA.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between J36004 and J36002?
Both are water-based Ricoh GEN5 MH5420 heads for the same Hollanders, ATP Color, and MTEX printers. The difference is cable length: J36002 has a 148mm cable (248mm total assembly) and J36004 has a 550mm cable (650mm total assembly). The correct version depends on your specific printer's carriage-to-drive electronics cable routing distance. Check your printer's service documentation or the part number on the currently installed head to confirm which you need.
Will this water-based J36004 work in a UV printer?
No — the MH5420 water-based variant uses different nozzle plate chemistry to accommodate aqueous inks. Using it with UV inks will damage the head. The UV/solvent variant (N221414J / N221414L) has a coated nozzle plate designed for UV monomer chemistry. They are not interchangeable. Always confirm your printer's ink system before ordering.
Why does the water version support only 2 colours while the UV version supports 4?
The MH5420's 1,280 nozzles are allocated differently depending on the ink system version. In the water-based configuration, the 4 nozzle rows are paired as 2 two-row colour channels to accommodate aqueous ink supply architecture. In the UV/solvent configuration, the 4 rows are individually addressable for up to 4 ink colours. The head body is identical; the difference is in how the nozzle rows are connected to ink channels internally.
Do you ship Ricoh GEN5 MH5420 water-based printheads to Latin America?
Yes — same day shipping from our Doral, Miami FL warehouse. Our Miami location is ideal for Latin American Hollanders, ATP Color, and MTEX textile print operations using freight forwarders in the Doral area.
