{"product_id":"epson-i3200-hexagon-capping-station-dtf-uv-printer","title":"Epson I3200 Hexagon Printhead Capping Station for DTF \u0026 UV Printers","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEpson I3200 Printhead Capping Station – Hexagon Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a replacement maintenance component designed for compatible Direct-to-Film (DTF) and UV printing systems. When the printhead carriage returns to its home position, the capping station seals around the nozzle plate to help retain moisture, maintain vacuum, and reduce air exposure while the printer is idle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe specialized internal hexagon structure is designed to distribute vacuum pressure across the cap-top surface while increasing the available sealing area. This supports more consistent contact with the printhead and helps the printer’s maintenance system perform suction, purge, and cleaning cycles. Proper capping may help reduce nozzle dry-out, ink evaporation, and clogging caused by an inadequate seal.\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\u003eHexagon-style internal cap-top structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to support even vacuum-pressure distribution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps retain moisture around the printhead nozzle plate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports automated suction, purge, and cleaning cycles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for compatible DTF and UV printer configurations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for Epson I3200-A1, I3200-E1, and I3200-U1 printheads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable for systems using standard 2 mm or 3 mm connection fittings\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\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hexagon internal structure\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Printhead Series:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Epson I3200\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupported Variants:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e I3200-A1, I3200-E1, and I3200-U1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrinter Applications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e DTF and UV printing systems\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnection Ports:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Standard 2 mm or 3 mm fittings\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary Functions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sealing, vacuum maintenance, and moisture retention\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested Replacement Interval:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 4–6 months in industrial-use environments\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintenance and Compatibility Notice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplacement timing may vary based on printer usage, ink type, cleaning frequency, and operating conditions. Inspect the cap top regularly for dried ink, loss of suction, seal wear, or reduced cleaning performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrinter configurations may use different mounting points, tubing sizes, and cap-top layouts even when they use the same printhead. Confirm the hexagon design, fitting size, physical dimensions, and carriage configuration before ordering. Contact Digital Print Supplies for assistance confirming compatibility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Digital Print Supplies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49702169575674,"sku":null,"price":24.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0060\/0935\/6358\/files\/EpsonI3200PrintheadCappingStation_Hexagondesign.webp?v=1784579183","url":"https:\/\/www.digitalprintsupplies.com\/products\/epson-i3200-hexagon-capping-station-dtf-uv-printer","provider":"Digital Print Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}