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Rectangular printhead module with metal housing and connector pins

PAXAR

PAXAR 12678301 Printhead 203DPI for 9820-9855

SKU CH-RFV4-XCQ1A

A 203 DPI replacement printhead for Monarch 9820 through 9855 label printers

  • Product categoryPrinter Accessories
  • Product categoryPrinthead
  • 203 DPI resolution produces sharp barcode labels
  • Compatible with nine Monarch printer models from 9820 to 9855
  • New printhead restores original print quality
  • Direct replacement for part number 12678301
  • Ready for immediate installation in supported printers

203 DPI Printhead for Monarch Printers

This 203 DPI printhead replaces the original unit in PAXAR Monarch models 9820, 9825, 9830, 9835, 9840, 9850 and 9855. It restores crisp barcode and text output for shipping, inventory and retail labelling tasks. Buyers needing higher resolution or colour printing cannot use this part.

Interface and Duty Limits

The head connects through the printer's native carriage interface and draws power from the host unit. Print speed and maximum daily label volume remain bound by the specific Monarch model's engine rating. Environments requiring continuous high-throughput runs beyond the host printer's rated duty cycle will exceed this component's practical limit.

Build and Daily Handling

Supplied new, the printhead installs by latching into the existing carriage without tools. The ceramic wear surface resists abrasion from standard direct-thermal media rolls. Operators should clean the element with approved swabs when changing media to maintain consistent 203 DPI quality.

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Price $39.99
Cheaper than about 79% of the 5,855 comparable items (median $91.99).

Specifications

Product
Model name9820, 9825, 9830, 9835, 9840, 9850, 9855
Product categoryPrinter Accessories

Questions about this item

Which Paxar Monarch printers does the 12678301 printhead fit?

This printhead is a direct replacement for the 9820, 9825, 9830, 9835, 9840, 9850 and 9855 models.

What does the 203 DPI rating mean for my labels?

It produces 203 dots per inch, giving clear text and barcodes suitable for standard shipping and product labels on the supported Monarch printers.

What interface does this printhead use to connect to the printer?

It mounts directly into the print carriage of the listed Monarch 9820 through 9855 models using the factory mechanical and electrical interface.

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