Epson Pro 9700

[Vogelkop]

Hello printer experts!

I just got myself an epson 9700 because the matte black chennel is clogged.

I recently threw out TWO 7900's because of their stupid printheads.

So my question is: Does the 9700 use the same type of printhead (with less colors), or is it perhaps less prone to clogging/easier to un-clog?

Thank you?

Ronald

 

[stratman]

Does the 9700 use the same type of printhead

Apparently the exact same print head.

Also, a Service Manual (Attn: @PeterBJ ) lists both the 7900 and 9700. On Page 18 you can see how the print head allocates nozzles for ink colors even if fewer ink cartridges are used.

https://www.tonerinkprint.com/9700_77_79_97_99_SERIES_I.pdf


Web sites selling the print head lists both 7900 and 9700 models as compatible:

http://www.signprinthead.com/en/eps...d-brand-new-dx6-printhead-f191121f191151.html

https://www.alibaba.com/product-detail/Original-Quality-DX6-Print-Head-For_1600203532710.html

 

[stratman]

Would the following video be of help?

 

[stratman]

Another print head cleaning video:

The lack of Matte Black can be from other causes such as air or clogs in the lines, I'm not an Epson expert. Others will need to help from here.

 

[Vogelkop]

Thanks,

I am just a bit confused since the 9700 uses only five colors (C, Y, A, M, K).

Then how can it use the exact same heas as the 7900 and 9900?

 

[stratman]

how can it use the exact same heas as the 7900 and 9900?

Sorry. Link for the Service Manual added to my first post.