Meteor Inkjet Supports New Kyocera Printhead
The PDC-2K600EX electronics now support Kyocera’s upcoming KJ4A-EX600RC-HX inkjet printhead.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Semiconductors
Meteor Inkjet has announced that its PDC-2K600EX drive electronics now support the new Kyocera KJ4A-EX600RC-HX printhead. This integration allows system builders to incorporate the new hardware using existing Meteor software and APIs.
Why it matters
The compatibility reduces the engineering effort, cost, and risk for manufacturers seeking to bring high-speed printing systems to market. It enables faster adoption of the new printhead technology by streamlining the integration process.
The KJ4A-EX600RC-HX printhead features an operating frequency of 40 kHz and supports production speeds reaching 100 meters per minute. The system includes fluid recirculation technology to prevent pigment settling and nozzle drying.
The players
Meteor Inkjet
A developer of industrial inkjet printhead electronics and software solutions.
Kyocera
A multinational manufacturer of ceramics, electronics, and printing components.
The details
The printhead recirculates fluid close to the nozzles to maintain a consistent temperature during operation. The PDC-2K600EX drive electronics are currently available in stock for OEM integration.
Timeline
November 2026: Kyocera begins commercial sales of the new printhead.
The Tech Race
The introduction of the KJ4A-EX600RC-HX printhead represents a strategic shift toward higher-volume, industrial-grade inkjet performance. This integration accelerates the adoption of high-speed print technologies that are increasingly replacing slower, legacy analog systems.
For print system developers, this integration simplifies the workflow by utilizing existing Meteor hardware and software environments. These improvements ultimately support the manufacturing of faster and more reliable industrial printing systems for commercial use.
The takeaway
Manufacturers can now plan their system architectures around this new high-volume hardware with reduced technical risk. By leveraging established electronics, developers can optimize their design cycles as the market for high-speed inkjet printing continues to grow.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Labelsandlabeling.
