The Konica Minolta KM512 LNX-35 is a genuine original shear-mode piezo on-demand printhead engineered for high-volume wide-format solvent, oil-based, and UV ink printing. With 512 nozzles in 2 precision rows of 256 at 70.5 µm nozzle spacing, a 36.1 mm print width at 360 dpi native resolution, and a fixed 35 pl drop size at up to 10 kHz — the LNX-35 is a workhorse binary-mode head designed for bold, high-density output across banners, billboards, vinyl, and tarpaulin. Every genuine OEM unit includes the Head ID and waveform information required for proper printer integration. Compatible with a broad range of Chinese and international wide-format solvent printers from Allwin, Apollo, JHF Vista, Myjet, Rodin, Skynet, Maxima, Aestrik, and Anhui Liyu. Every KM512 LNX-35 we sell at Digiprint USA is 100% genuine original Konica Minolta — manufactured in Japan. Technical Specifications Specification Detail Model Konica Minolta KM512 LNX-35 Technology Shear-mode piezo on-demand Jetting mode Binary only — no grayscale Total nozzles 512 (2 rows × 256) Nozzle spacing 70.5 µm Native resolution 360 dpi Print width 36.1 mm Calibrated drop size 35 pl — fixed (not adjustable) Firing frequency Up to 10 kHz Ink compatibility Oil-based, solvent, UV-curable Integrated heater No — printer ink heating system required for UV Included OEM data Head ID + waveform information included Country of origin Japan (Konica Minolta) Condition 100% genuine original Konica Minolta, brand new KM512 LNX-35 vs KM512i MAB-C — Which Do You Need? Feature KM512 LNX-35 (this listing) KM512i MAB-C Nozzles 512 (2 × 256) 512 (2 × 256) Drop size 35 pl fixed 13–18 pl variable Jetting mode Binary only Binary + grayscale Integrated heater No No Best for High-volume banners, billboards, vinyl — bold, high-coverage output Higher image quality, finer detail, tonal gradation Compatible Printers Aestrik InWear S3304K5 InWear S3308K5 Allwin Allwin C8 Allwin C12 Allwin H8 Anhui Liyu Anhui Liyu PT-KL Apollo Apollo PTP1804-KL Apollo PTP1806-KL Apollo PTP1808-KL Apollo PTP3204-KL Apollo PTP3206-KL Apollo PTP3208-KL Apollo PTP18/3202-KC Apollo PTP18/3204-KC Apollo PTP18/3206-KC Apollo PZ3204-KX Apollo PZ3206-KX Apollo PZ3208-KX JHF Vista JHF Vista T903316LNX JHF Vista T903312LNX JHF Vista V12 JHF Vista3306 JHF Vista S5004F JHF Vista S5006FS Maxima Maxima PZ3204-KX Maxima PZ3206-KX Maxima PZ3208-KX Myjet Myjet WB320 Myjet LB320 Myjet LE320 Rodin Rodin K4320-A Rodin K4320-B Skynet Skynet PC-series Skynet HS-series Contact our team with your printer make and model to confirm KM512 LNX-35 compatibility before ordering. Warranty Notice Due to the sensitive nature of industrial printhead components, we cannot accept returns, exchanges, or refunds once the printhead has been installed. All sales are final. Binary mode only — confirm your printer RIP and driver support before ordering. Why Buy from Digiprint USA • 100% genuine original Konica Minolta KM512 LNX-35 — manufactured in Japan, includes OEM Head ID and waveform information • Binary-only mode clearly stated — prevents ordering by buyers expecting grayscale capability • Full spec coverage — 35pl fixed, 360dpi, 36.1mm, 70.5µm nozzle pitch, 10kHz, no heater — most complete KM512 LNX-35 listing available • LNX-35 vs KM512i MAB-C comparison — buyers understand which KM512 variant their printer uses before ordering • 30+ compatible printer models — Allwin, Apollo, JHF Vista, Myjet, Rodin, Skynet, Maxima, Aestrik, Anhui Liyu — most comprehensive LNX-35 compatibility list available (vs Allwin C12 only elsewhere) • In stock in Doral, Miami FL — same day shipping before 2PM EST • Ideal for Latin American wide-format solvent production shops using Miami freight forwarders • Free technical support — we confirm binary mode, ink type, and printer compatibility before you order View our full range of genuine Konica Minolta printheads, including the KM512i MAB-C for grayscale applications. Frequently Asked Questions What does "binary mode only" mean for the KM512 LNX-35 — and does it affect print quality?Binary mode means each nozzle fires either a full 35 pl drop or nothing at all — there are no intermediate drop sizes. The head cannot produce variable drop volumes or grayscale levels. For bold graphics, banners, billboards, and high-coverage outdoor signage where solid colour saturation and throughput matter most, binary mode at 35 pl is entirely appropriate and produces excellent results. For photographic-quality output with smooth tonal gradation and fine detail, a grayscale-capable head such as the KM512i MAB-C is more suitable. Your printer's OEM specification and intended output type determine which is the correct choice. Why does the KM512 LNX-35 include Head ID and waveform information — and why does it matter?The Head ID is a unique identifier embedded in each genuine Konica Minolta printhead that allows the printer's electronics and firmware to recognise the specific head installed, validate its authenticity, and apply the correct drive parameters automatically. The waveform information defines the precise electrical pulse shape used to fire each nozzle for the specific drop volume and ink type the head is designed for. Non-OEM or counterfeit heads often lack valid Head ID data or waveform files, causing the printer to reject the head entirely, default to generic drive parameters that damage the nozzles, or produce inconsistent jetting. Genuine KM512 LNX-35 heads from Digiprint USA include both. The KM512 LNX-35 has no integrated heater — does that mean it cannot use UV inks?Not necessarily — it means the printer itself must handle UV ink temperature management rather than the head. Many UV-compatible printers have an external ink heating system in the ink supply path that brings the UV ink to the correct viscosity before it reaches the printhead. In those systems, the KM512 LNX-35 can jet UV inks reliably. However, if your printer has no external ink heating and relies on a head-integrated heater — as some systems do — the LNX-35 is not suitable for UV applications without additional ink temperature control. Confirm your printer's ink heating architecture with our team before ordering for UV use. Do you ship the Konica Minolta KM512 LNX-35 to Latin America?Yes — same day shipping from our Doral, Miami FL warehouse before 2PM EST. Our Miami location is ideal for Latin American JHF Vista, Apollo, Allwin, and Myjet wide-format solvent production shops using freight forwarders in the Doral area.
