Product Video — Xaar 1003 GS6C Printhead XP10100156
Overview
The Xaar 1003 GS6C (P/N XP10100156) is the finest-drop ceramic variant of the Xaar 1003 family, engineered by Xaar plc in the UK for high-quality digital ceramic tile decoration. Its 1,000 active nozzles in two interleaved rows deliver 6–42 pL greyscale drops for smooth gradients, sharp edges and fine stone detailing at 360 npi — with High Laydown Technology providing strong colour density in a single pass. Xaar’s TF Technology™ continuously recirculates ink past the back of every nozzle, while the Hybrid Side Shooter® architecture and XaarGuard™ nozzle plate keep production running in the most demanding ceramic environments.
Key Features
• 1,000 active nozzles (2 rows), 70.5 mm print swathe at 360 npi
• XaarDOT greyscale: 6–42 pL drop range with up to 7 grey levels
• TF Technology® ink recirculation — fluid flows directly past the back of every nozzle, preventing sedimentation and nozzle blockage
• Hybrid Side Shooter® architecture with symmetric flow path for easy reverse flush
• XaarGuard™ nozzle plate protection reduces ink build-up and maintenance
• High Laydown Technology for strong colour density in a single pass
• Optimised for oil-based ceramic inks; tuned for 6–12 kHz firing
• Drop-in upgrade: fully backward compatible with Xaar 1001C and 1002C print bars
• 125 × 30 × 60 mm, 144 g dry — compact and print-bar friendly
Typical Applications
Digital ceramic tile decoration (floor, wall, exterior cladding) • Special-effect glazes and granules • Glass printing • Ceramic slab and large-format tile printers • Industrial single-pass decoration
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | XP10100156 |
| Model | Xaar 1003 GS6C |
| Active Nozzles | 1,000 (2 rows) |
| Print Swathe Width | 70.5 mm |
| Nozzle Density | 360 npi |
| Nozzle Pitch (interleaved) | 70.5 µm |
| Drop Volume | 6 to 42 pL (7 grey levels) |
| Typical Firing Frequency | 6 to 12 kHz |
| Drop Velocity | 6 m/s |
| Ink Type | Oil-based ceramic |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 125 × 30 × 60 mm |
| Dry Weight | 144 g |
| Key Technologies | TF Technology®, Hybrid Side Shooter®, XaarGuard™, High Laydown |
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Condition | Original new, factory sealed, QC PASSED |
Compatible Printers & Systems
EFI Cretaprint, KERAjet, Meijet, HOPE Ceramic, Myjet, SACMI, System Ceramics and other Xaar 1001C / 1002C based ceramic tile printers. Each head is supplied in original Xaar packaging, serial-numbered and QC tested. Contact us for bulk pricing, lead time and a free compatibility check for your printer model.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Xaar 1003 GS6C and GS12C?
Both are ceramic variants with 1,000 nozzles and a 70.5 mm swathe. The GS6C uses 6–42 pL drops for finer detail and higher image precision, while the GS12C uses 12–84 pL drops for higher ink laydown and faster production. Choose the variant that matches your printer configuration.
Can the Xaar 1003 GS6C replace my Xaar 1002 GS12C heads?
Yes — the 1003 series is fully backward compatible with Xaar 1001C and 1002C print bars, making it a drop-in performance upgrade with better durability and consistency.
Is this printhead original?
Yes. Every unit we ship is a genuine UK-manufactured Xaar printhead, factory sealed, individually serial-numbered and QC tested before dispatch.
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