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}Spectra Galaxy JA 256/80 AAA Printhead
Brand: Dimatix
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The Spectra Galaxy JA 256/80 AAA is a genuine original Fujifilm Dimatix Spectra high-performance piezoelectric jetting assembly engineered for demanding wide-format inkjet applications. With 256 individually addressable nozzles in a single line — built from four electrically independent piezoelectric slices of 64 channels each — it delivers an 80 pl calibrated drop size (adjustable 75–85 pl) at resolutions up to 450 dpi and a maximum firing frequency of 20 kHz. Top-mounted fluid and electrical interfaces enable multiple carriage mounting configurations. Compatible with solvent, aqueous water-based, and UV-curable inks, operating at up to 90°C. Manufactured in the USA and quality-tested to Fujifilm Dimatix Spectra standards. Every Galaxy JA 256/80 AAA we sell at Digiprint USA is 100% genuine original Spectra/Dimatix.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | Spectra Galaxy JA 256/80 AAA |
| Manufacturer | Fujifilm Dimatix Spectra — manufactured in USA |
| Technology | Piezoelectric drop-on-demand — 4 independent slices |
| Total nozzles | 256 (4 × 64 channels) — single line |
| Nozzle spacing | 254 microns (0.010 inch) |
| Nozzle diameter | 52 microns |
| Max resolution | 450 dpi |
| Calibrated drop size | 80 pl |
| Adjustable drop range | 75 – 85 pl |
| Firing frequency | 20 kHz |
| Ink compatibility | Solvent, water-based (aqueous), UV-curable |
| Operating temperature | Up to 90°C |
| Fluid interface | Top-mounted — multiple mounting configurations possible |
| Jetting control | Serial-to-parallel converters — all jets simultaneously or individually |
| Country of origin | USA (Fujifilm Dimatix Spectra) |
| Condition | 100% genuine original Spectra/Dimatix, brand new |
Galaxy JA 256 Series — Which Drop Size Do You Need?
| Model | Drop Size | Typical Use on Agfa Anapurna XL² |
|---|---|---|
| Galaxy JA 256/30 AAA | 30 pl | — |
| Galaxy JA 256/50 AAA | 50 pl | Colour channels (CMYK) |
| Galaxy JA 256/80 AAA (this listing) | 80 pl | White ink channel only |
Compatible Printers
Always confirm your printer model and which channel position requires replacement — white or colour — before ordering. Contact our team to verify the correct Galaxy JA drop size variant for your specific printer station.
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. Always confirm which channel position (white or colour) your printer requires before ordering.
Why Buy from Digiprint USA
• 100% genuine original Fujifilm Dimatix Spectra Galaxy JA 256/80 AAA — USA manufactured, quality-tested to Dimatix Spectra standards
• White ink vs colour channel confirmed before every order — the most critical Anapurna XL² ordering mistake prevented upfront
• Full spec coverage — 80pl calibrated, 75–85pl adjustable, 20kHz, 254µm nozzle spacing, 52µm diameter, 90°C operating temp — most complete Galaxy JA 256/80 listing available
• Galaxy vs Nova series knowledge — we clarify the difference between Galaxy (254µm spacing) and Nova (279µm spacing) variants before you order
• In stock in Doral, Miami FL — same day shipping before 2PM EST
• Ideal for Latin American Agfa Anapurna, Kornit, and Dilli UV wide-format shops using Miami freight forwarders
• Free technical support — we confirm white vs colour channel position and correct Galaxy drop size variant before you order
View our full range of genuine Fujifilm Dimatix Spectra printheads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Galaxy JA 256/80 AAA used for white ink on the Agfa Anapurna XL² — and what head covers the colour channels?
On the Agfa Anapurna XL², the white ink channel uses a larger 80 pl drop to achieve sufficient opacity and coverage — white ink requires more fluid laydown than process colours to produce an opaque result. The CMYK colour channels use the Galaxy JA 256/50 AAA (50 pl calibrated drop) for finer colour accuracy and smoother gradations. This means the Anapurna XL² requires two different Galaxy head variants depending on which channel position you are replacing. Always confirm your channel position with our team before ordering — the 80 pl head ordered for a colour channel, or the 50 pl head ordered for white, will both result in incorrect print output.
What is the difference between the Spectra Galaxy and Spectra Nova JA 256/80 AAA?
Both are Fujifilm Dimatix Spectra 256-nozzle, 80 pl, 450 dpi piezoelectric jetting assemblies with the same 4 × 64 channel architecture and top-mounted fluid/electrical interface. The key difference is nozzle spacing: the Galaxy JA has 254 micron (0.010 inch) nozzle spacing, while the Nova JA has 279 micron (0.011 inch) spacing. This difference makes them compatible with different printer carriage and ink delivery systems — they are not interchangeable. Always confirm which series your printer OEM specifies before ordering.
What does the serial-to-parallel converter do in the Galaxy JA 256/80 AAA?
The serial-to-parallel converter inside the jetting assembly translates the serial data stream from the printer's electronics into parallel firing signals for each of the 256 nozzles. This means the printer's control board sends a compact serial data signal rather than 256 individual parallel lines — simplifying the electrical interface, reducing cable complexity, and enabling each nozzle to be fired individually or in any combination simultaneously. This architecture is one of the reasons Spectra Galaxy heads are well-suited to diverse printer integration designs.
Do you ship the Spectra Galaxy JA 256/80 AAA to Latin America?
Yes — same day shipping from our Doral, Miami FL warehouse before 2PM EST. Our Miami location is ideal for Latin American Agfa Anapurna, Kornit Breeze, and Dilli Neo Venus UV production shops using freight forwarders in the Doral area.
