Flat Bed Foil Printer
User Guide
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5.2.2
Printhead calibration
The printhead consists of 672 tiny square electronic components, called resistors, aligned in
a straight line. The electronic behaviour of each individual resistor in a specific printhead is
identical and is identified by its value, further called R-value in this manual. Due to
production tolerances the R-value between different printheads can vary with a maximum
deviation of ± 10% from the “ideal” value o
f 3000.
The different R-values between printheads results in different print results as the value
directly influences the quantity of heat generated by the printhead.
The different print results can be eliminated by providing the R-value of a specific
printhead in the software. The R-value can be found on the printhead.
Once the R-
value is provided to the software AND the “printhead calibration” function is
activated, the software will compensate the R-value deviation from the ideal value of 3000
and generate print results that are consistent between different printers.
The differences between printheads can be equalized by providing the R-value via
software. The formula behind it will adjust your R-value to the printhead used for material
testing.
This function together with smart temp control is used to get better print result for
standard settings.
Usually, the correct value is set up in factory. You only need to switch it ON.
To calibrate: found via: Settings -> Testing and Calibration-> Calibrate Printhead
To switch ON: settings-> Printhead Calibration (ON)
Printhead changed? Adjust the value!
5.2.3
New foil groups
Peleman updated the foil identification system to provide better overview of existing foils
and differences.
The foils are divided in groups according to their specifications. All foils within one group
have same specifications and same settings can be used for printing. Colour is the main
difference between the foils in one group.
Different groups can be used to print on different materials. See previous section about foil
for more information.
5.2.4
New sensors
