{"product_id":"epson-i1600-printhead-capping-station-type-1","title":"Epson I1600 Printhead Capping Station Type 1 for DTF Printers","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEpson I1600 Printhead Capping Station – Type 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for Epson I1600 printhead applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps seal and protect the printhead in the home position\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports DTF, UV, dye, aqueous pigment, and eco-solvent ink systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy-duty black plastic frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrated high-absorption sponge padding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoisture-retaining rubber sealing perimeter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHorizontal inlets for standard 2 mm inner-diameter ink tubing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorks with automated purge, wiping, and cleaning cycles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Printhead capping station\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Type 1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrinthead Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Epson I1600\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTubing Connection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Horizontal inlets\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTube Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2 mm inner diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Black plastic frame, sponge padding, and rubber perimeter seal\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInk Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Aqueous pigment, DTF, UV, dye, and eco-solvent inks\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintenance Recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplacement 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility Notice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfirm the capping-station type, physical layout, tubing orientation, and printer requirements before ordering. 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