Markem SD2/3/5 Printhead KCE-53-12PAJ1-MKM

🖨️ SmartDate 5 Printhead – 53mm | Model: 34986BA-E / KCE-53-12PAJ1-MKM

The SmartDate 5 Printhead (53mm, Part Number: 34986BA-E, KCE-53-12PAJ1-MKM) is a genuine OEM thermal transfer printhead compatible with Markem-Imaje SmartDate 2, 3, and 5 printers. Built for high-quality, high-speed variable data coding, this 300 dpi printhead ensures accurate and durable prints for expiry dates, barcodes, batch numbers, and logos on flexible packaging materials.

Whether you’re running legacy SmartDate 2 systems or SmartDate 5 high-output lines, the SmartDate 5 Printhead delivers sharp results and long-lasting reliability under industrial conditions.

🔍 Product Overview

• Product Name: SmartDate 5 Thermal Transfer Printhead

• OEM Part Numbers: 34986BA-E / KCE-53-12PAJ1-MKM

• Print Width: 53mm

• Technology: Thermal Transfer Overprinting (TTO)

• Compatible Printers: SmartDate 2, SmartDate 3, SmartDate 5

• Category: OEM TTO Printhead

• Applications: Expiration Coding, Lot Numbering, Barcodes, Flexible Packaging, Food & Pharma Industries

✅ Why Choose Our SmartDate 5 Printhead?

✔ 100% OEM Replacement

We offer authentic SmartDate 5 Printheads, ensuring full compatibility with your printer hardware and software for seamless integration and dependable performance.

✔ Crisp, High-Speed Printing

With 300 dpi precision and a 53mm print width, this printhead is designed for accurate coding at fast line speeds—without compromising clarity.

✔ Industrial Durability

The KCE-53-12PAJ1-MKM printhead is engineered for high-volume packaging lines, providing excellent resistance to wear and consistent output over time.

✔ Fast Shipping & B2B Support

We ship worldwide and provide dedicated business support to ensure minimal downtime for your production lines.

🔁 Compatible With:

• Markem Imaje SmartDate 2

• Markem Imaje SmartDate 3

• Markem Imaje SmartDate 5

Not sure if this is the right printhead for your machine? Contact us—we’re here to help identify the correct part.

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