Epson Expands PrecisionCore Lineup with Three New Industrial Printheads for Evolving Market Demands

TOKYO, Japan – Seiko Epson Corporation (TSE: 6724) has announced the launch of three new industrial inkjet printheads, strengthening its PrecisionCore series to meet the rapidly growing and diversifying needs of the commercial and industrial digital printing sectors.

The new products include two upgraded models for high-productivity applications and a new high-resolution head, all designed to offer enhanced reliability, broader ink compatibility, and superior print quality for next-generation printing systems.

Product Overview: Enhanced Performance for Critical Applications

1. The S3200 Series Upgrade: Unmatched Reliability for UV Printing

Epson is launching the S3200-U1-2 and S3200-U3-2 as direct, performance-equivalent successors to the popular S3200-U1 and S3200-U3 models.

Key Improvement: A refined structural design that expands compatibility with a wider range of UV inks and significantly improves long-term reliability and durability. This ensures stable print quality and minimal downtime during prolonged, high-volume operation.

Easy Upgrade Path: Printer manufacturers using the previous S3200 series can seamlessly upgrade their systems with the new models without requiring significant hardware reconfiguration.

Primary Use Cases: Ideal for high-speed, high-quality printing on labels and packaging.

2. The D3000-U1R: High-Resolution Detail for Demanding Jobs

Following the success of the water-based D3000-A1R, Epson introduces the D3000-U1R, a high-precision printhead engineered for UV inks.

Ultra-High Resolution: Capable of producing exceptionally fine detail at up to 1200 dpi for a single color, meeting the quality demands of commercial printing and premium label markets.

Stable Ink Delivery: Features a nozzle-proximity ink circulation system that maintains consistent ink temperature, prevents nozzle clogging, and reduces sediment buildup. This technology enables the use of quick-drying inks and minimizes maintenance.

Scalable Design: Its unique diagonal external shape allows printer manufacturers to arrange multiple heads efficiently without unnecessarily widening the print array.

Summary of Key Features and Specifications

Strategic Impact and Market Position

This announcement underscores Epson's commitment to providing tailored solutions for the industrial printing market. By offering both high-productivity workhorses (S3200 series) and high-precision specialists (D3000 series), Epson enables printer manufacturers to address a broader spectrum of applications—from mass-produced labels to high-end commercial prints—with improved performance and reliability.

These new printheads are expected to accelerate the adoption of digital printing in traditional analog domains, providing the flexibility and efficiency required for modern, on-demand production workflows.

For companies developing industrial printing systems, these new Epson printheads represent a significant step forward in achieving both high quality and robust production capabilities. [Explore our industrial solutions] to learn how these technologies can be integrated into your next-generation equipment.