Epson L1800 / 1390 Printhead (9-Pin)

Name: Epson L1800 / 1390 Printhead (9-Pin)
Brand: DTG PRO
SKU: 145-236-01
Price: 495.00 USD
Availability: InStock
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Epson L1800 / 1390 9-Pin Printhead

Restore your compatible printer with an Epson L1800 / 1390-series 9-pin printhead. Built around Epson's proven Micro Piezo inkjet technology, this six-channel printhead platform has been widely used in Epson L1800, 1390, 1400, 1430 and related printer engines, as well as a large installed base of converted and purpose-built DTF, DTG, UV, and specialty printing systems.

The most important identifier for this version is its 9-pin cable connection. This printhead is designed as a standard replacement for compatible L1800/1390-family printer configurations that have not been converted to the newer 13-pin L805 printhead configuration. With six ink channels, 540 total nozzles, and variable-sized droplet technology, the L1800/1390 platform remains a popular choice for compact specialty-printing systems.

PRINTHEAD TYPE: Epson L1800 / 1390-Series
DTGPRO SKU: 145-236-01
CABLE CONNECTION: 9-Pin
TECHNOLOGY: Epson Micro Piezo
NOZZLES: 540 Total / 90 Per Channel
INK CHANNELS: 6
COMMON APPLICATIONS: DTF, DTG, UV & Specialty Printing

Why Choose the Epson L1800 / 1390 9-Pin Printhead?

Standard 9-Pin Configuration: Designed for compatible Epson L1800/1390-family printer boards and specialty printing systems that retain the original 9-pin printhead connection.
Six-Channel Architecture: Six independent ink channels allow the printhead to support a variety of specialty printer ink configurations, including configurations adapted for CMYK and white inks.
540-Nozzle Configuration: Six channels with 90 nozzles each provide precise ink placement for detailed graphics and specialty printing applications.
Epson Micro Piezo Technology: Piezoelectric inkjet technology provides controlled, repeatable droplet ejection without relying on thermal printhead operation.
Variable-Sized Droplets: The original Epson L1800 printing platform supports variable-sized droplets down to approximately 1.5 pl for fine detail and smooth tonal transitions.
Widely Used Specialty-Printing Platform: L1800 and 1390 printer engines have been extensively adapted for desktop and compact DTF, DTG, UV, edible, and other specialty printing systems.
Direct Replacement for Standard L1800/1390 Configurations: No bridge adapter is required when replacing an existing compatible 9-pin L1800/1390 printhead with the same 9-pin configuration.
L805 Conversion Option Available: Customers who wish to convert a compatible L1800/1390-based printer to DTGPRO's 13-pin L805 printhead configuration can use the BRIDGE-L805-PH bridge solution.

Compatible Printers & Printer Platforms

This 9-pin printhead is used in a variety of Epson printer engines and specialty printing systems. Known or commonly available compatible configurations include:

Epson L1800 and printers manufactured around the Epson L1800 engine
Epson Stylus Photo 1390 and compatible 1390-based printer engines
Epson Stylus Photo 1400 / 1430
Epson Stylus Photo R260 / R280 / R380
Procolored F13 ? Epson L1800 printhead platform
Procolored K13 Kickstarter Edition ? Epson L1800 printhead platform
InkSonic C13 / C13A ? Epson L1800 printhead configuration
InkSonic E13 / E13A ? Epson L1800 printhead configuration
Various DTF, DTG and UV printers manufactured around Epson L1800/1390 printer engines
Plus additional printers designed around compatible Epson L1800/1390 9-pin printhead platforms

IMPORTANT ? VERIFY 9-PIN VS. 13-PIN BEFORE ORDERING

This listing is specifically for the Epson L1800/1390-style 9-pin printhead. It should not be confused with the Epson L805 13-pin printhead, which uses a different cable connection.

Some L1800/1390-based specialty printers have been retrofitted or manufactured using an L805-style 13-pin printhead and bridge-board configuration. If your printer has already been converted, this standard 9-pin L1800/1390 printhead may not be the correct replacement.

Please inspect your existing printhead connection and printer configuration before ordering.

Epson L1800 / 1390 Printhead Technical Specifications

Printhead Family	Epson L1800 / 1390-Series
DTGPRO SKU	145-236-01
Cable Connection	9-Pin
Printhead Technology	Epson Micro Piezo / Piezoelectric
Ink Channels	6
Nozzles Per Channel	90
Total Nozzles	540
Minimum Droplet Size	Approx. 1.5 pl on the original Epson L1800 platform
Original L1800 Ink Configuration	6-Color

L1800/1390 vs. L805: Which Printhead Do I Need?

Printer / Configuration	Required Printhead	Required Cable	Bridge Required?
Standard Epson L1800 / 1390 configuration	145-236-01 L1800/1390 9-Pin Head	HEAD-CABLES-L1800 9-Pin	No
Epson L805 / compatible 13-pin engine	999-233-01 L805 13-Pin Head	L805-HEAD-FFC 13-Pin	No
L1800 / 1390 converted to use an L805 head	999-233-01 L805 13-Pin Head	L805-HEAD-FFC 13-Pin	Yes BRIDGE-L805-PH

Want to use an L805 printhead in an L1800/1390-based printer? DTGPRO's L805-to-L1800/1390 Bridge Adapter allows a compatible L1800/1390 printer to use the L805 13-pin printhead together with the proper 13-pin cable. This provides an alternative replacement path when converting a compatible L1800/1390-based system to the L805-style printhead configuration.

Before Replacing Your Printhead

Before replacing your printhead, consider cleaning and maintenance first. L1800/1390 printheads can develop partially clogged or missing nozzles due to dried ink, sediment, white-ink buildup, UV ink buildup, or routine use. In many cases, proper cleaning and maintenance may help restore print performance without immediately replacing the printhead. Regular preventative maintenance can also help extend printhead life and reduce costly downtime. For a selection of popular, professional-grade and potentially head-saving products, explore our DTF Cleaning & Maintenance Solutions, including cleaners, flushing solutions, maintenance fluids, cleaning swabs, and other products designed to help keep your printer and printhead performing at their best.

Always power the printer down according to the manufacturer's service procedure before disconnecting or installing the printhead, cables, bridge adapters, or other electronic components.

Compatibility Notice: Printer manufacturers and specialty-printer builders may revise printhead, cable, bridge-board, and mainboard configurations during a model's production life. Compatibility references are provided as a guide only. Always verify that your existing printer uses the 9-pin Epson L1800/1390-style printhead before ordering. If you are unsure which printhead your printer uses, contact DTGPRO with your printer brand, model, and a photo of the existing printhead connection and cables for assistance.

This item is intended for end-user replacement/service use and is not for resale.

WARNING: WARNING: WORK IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA and use Protective Equipment (including masks and gloves) when working with specialty printing and curing products and processes (including DTF, DTG, UV etc.) as fumes and processes may be hazardous. We highly recommend the use of a fume extractor when working with DTF powder in addition to good ventilation and filtration in your work area. The use of all specialty ink printing equipment and supplies such as inks, chemicals, powders etc. are at the sole risk of the user. Specialty inks and film require a good humidity and temperature environment (55% - 75% humidity, and 75° to 80°F) to minimize risk of ink clogs and film buckling.