High-Precision Printheads

Microlys develops and manufactures a comprehensive range of dot matrix printheads for OEM integration in medical, diagnostic, industrial, packaging, and identification systems. Our portfolio includes solutions from 7 to 28 pins, supporting applications ranging from alphanumeric marking to barcodes, QR Codes, and DataMatrix printing.

In addition to standard products, we offer customization and development services to meet specific customer requirements, including mechanical adaptations, performance optimization, and replacement solutions for obsolete printheads. Working closely with OEM partners, we help transform application requirements into reliable, long-term printing solutions designed for demanding environments.

Technical Architecture

Select an architecture to explore technical specifications, needle configurations, and specialized OEM industrial applications.

7 to 9 Needle Architecture

Heavy-duty performance designed for industrial resilience and high-throughput environments.

Number of wires	7 to 9
Print Wire Diameter	0.30 mm [.012 in]
Print Wire Frequency	Up to 2000
Wires-Platen Gap	Up to 0.06 mm [.024 in]
Copy Capability	Up to 4 parts
Life (Characters)	Over 225 Mio
Weight	32 g [1.1 oz]
Voltage Range	12 to 36 V
Nominal Current Range	0.6 to 3.0 [amperes]

24 Needle Architecture

Optimized precision bringing the perfect balance between speed and clarity for financial documents.

Number of wires	24
Print Wire Diameter	0.20 / 0.25 mm [.008 / .010 in]
Print Wire Frequency	Up to 2100
Wires-Platen Gap	Up to 0.50 mm [.020 in]
Copy Capability	Up to 6 parts
Life (Characters)	Over 300 Mio
Weight	130 g [4.6 oz]
Voltage Range	24 to 40 V
Nominal Current Range	1.0 to 2.2 [amperes]

20 to 28 Needle Architecture

Ultra-high resolution engineered for complex graphic output and high-density medical text.

Number of wires	20 to 28
Print Wire Diameter	0.30 mm [.012 in]
Print Wire Frequency	Up to 1200
Wires-Platen Gap	Up to 0.50 mm [.020 in]
Copy Capability	Up to 4 parts
Life (Characters)	Over 225 Mio
Weight	270 g [9.5 oz]
Voltage Range	12 to 38 V
Nominal Current Range	1.5 to 2.5 [amperes]