Epson I1600 Printhead Capping Station Type 1 for DTF Printers
The Epson I1600 Printhead Capping Station – Type 1 is a critical replacement component designed to help protect the printhead when the carriage is parked in its home position. By forming a secure seal around the printhead, the capping station helps retain moisture and reduce the risk of DTF, UV, dye, aqueous pigment, and eco-solvent inks drying or coagulating inside the nozzle array.
This capping station is constructed with a heavy-duty black plastic frame, integrated high-absorption sponge padding, and a moisture-retaining rubber perimeter. It is also equipped with horizontal tubing inlets designed for standard ink tubing with a 2 mm inner diameter.
As part of the printer’s automated maintenance system, the capping station supports functions such as purge cycles, printhead wiping, and heavy-fluid cleaning routines. Keeping this component clean and replacing it when worn can help preserve proper sealing and support consistent printer maintenance.
Key Features
- Designed for Epson I1600 printhead applications
- Helps seal and protect the printhead in the home position
- Supports DTF, UV, dye, aqueous pigment, and eco-solvent ink systems
- Heavy-duty black plastic frame
- Integrated high-absorption sponge padding
- Moisture-retaining rubber sealing perimeter
- Horizontal inlets for standard 2 mm inner-diameter ink tubing
- Works with automated purge, wiping, and cleaning cycles
Technical Specifications
- Product Type: Printhead capping station
- Type: Type 1
- Printhead Compatibility: Epson I1600
- Tubing Connection: Horizontal inlets
- Tube Size: 2 mm inner diameter
- Construction: Black plastic frame, sponge padding, and rubber perimeter seal
- Ink Compatibility: Aqueous pigment, DTF, UV, dye, and eco-solvent inks
Maintenance Recommendations
Replacement is recommended every 3–6 months, depending on printer usage, ink type, and operating conditions. Cured or dried ink around the rubber seal may interfere with proper capping and contribute to printhead clogging.
When replacing an Epson I1600 printhead, installing a new capping station is also recommended to reduce the risk of transferring residue or contamination to the replacement printhead.
Compatibility Notice
Confirm the capping-station type, physical layout, tubing orientation, and printer requirements before ordering. Contact Digital Print Supplies if you need assistance confirming compatibility.