ROHM KD2004-DC72A User Guide
Summary
This high-performance thick film thermal printhead features advanced heat-history control and a fast response element, supporting super high speeds up to 250mm/s. It is engineered for demanding continuous operations, making it ideal for professional factory lines running label, barcode, or ticket printers 24 hours a day. The accompanying manual provides detailed technical specifications, circuit assignments, operational safety parameters, and performance curves necessary for seamless integration into high-speed terminal printing systems.
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Thick film thermal printhead (with thermal historical control) KD2004-DC72A DC72 series has our own internally developed heat-history control function. This product is best suited for applications which require 24 hours operation like factory production lines.
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Applications High speed label printer High speed bar code printer High speed ticket printer Various high speed terminal printers
Features 1) Newly developed thick-film fast response thermal element and driver LSI with the function of thermal history control which is added the future history control are employed for this series. It is possible to print with super high speed of 10 inches / s or 250mm / s. 2) 150km life realized by attributing durable new protection film. 3) New partial glaze construction makes it compatible with the thermal transfer application.
Dimensions (Unit : mm)
LABEL 3-M3 (Effective Depth 3) .8 0.
104 (Effective Print Width) 40±0.3
(7) Dot #832 Dot #1 15±0.3
Max.12
Max.5.5 φ3H10 Length 4 φ3H10
(Effective Depth 3) (Effective Depth 3)
CONNECTOR A CONNECTOR B
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Manual Details
| Brand | ROHM |
|---|---|
| Pages | 4 |
| File Size | 154.42 KB |
| Published | June 19, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum printing speed?
It supports super high speeds up to 10 inches / s or 250mm / s.
Can I use this printhead in safety-critical equipment?
No; it is not designed for systems requiring extremely high reliability, such as medical instruments or aerospace machinery.
What types of printers are compatible with this unit?
It is suited for various applications including high speed label, bar code, and ticket printers.
What is the required operating temperature range?
The component operates within a temperature range of -5 to 45 °C.