Inkjet printers enable low-cost, high-quality color printing, widely used for photo and document reproduction. The core technologies are divided into two distinct schools—"thermal" and "piezoelectric"—which differ fundamentally in their mechanisms yet share the same ultimate goal: precise ink droplet deposition onto media for flawless image reproduction.
Comparison of Working Principles: Thermal Bubble vs. Micro Piezo Technologies
The thermal bubble principle is analogous to bullet firing, where ink acts as gunpowder—heated water vapor generates thrust to eject ink from the nozzle onto paper, forming the image. In micro piezo technology, piezoelectric ceramics function like a sponge, deforming when electrified to physically compress and expel ink, thereby depositing it precisely onto the paper.
Differences in Performance Between Thermal Bubble and Piezoelectric Printheads
Thermal Bubble Printheads require nozzle heating during operation. Prolonged high temperatures accelerate aging, and some models lack maintenance components, making the printheads susceptible to dust and debris. Additionally, ink concentration due to heating can cause a warm color shift, while rapid water evaporation increases clogging risks. Although the quick-release design facilitates printhead replacement, frequent replacements lead to significant long-term costs and compromised printing stability.
Thermal Bubble Inkjet Printer Cartridge
Piezoelectric printheads do not require heating, offering low power consumption and reduced clogging risks, with colors appearing cooler and closer to the original ink tones. They include maintenance components for protection; however, improper operation or the use of low-purity, impurity-laden third-party inks may still cause clogging, requiring professional repair services.
OBOOC Piezo Inkjet Inks feature ultra-fine, nano-sized pigments and undergo super-filtration to eliminate nozzle clogging risks entirely.
OBOOC Piezo Inkjet Inks deliver flawless high-precision printing with superior fluidity, maintaining market leadership for over a decade. Continuously upgraded to match evolving piezo printhead technologies, they ensure uninterrupted jetting, zero misalignment, and no ink splatter—building a strong reputation for reliability.
OBOOC's piezoelectric inkjet water-based dye inks use premium imported raw materials from the US and Germany, offering wide color gamut, pure hue, and strong, stable color reproduction. The piezoelectric eco-solvent inks feature low volatility and higher environmental friendliness, with high printing precision, consistent imaging, water resistance, UV durability, and saturated colors, making them suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications.
Post time: Jul-04-2025