Xaar eX Series

Unlock high viscosity inkjet printing for advanced manufacturing

Expand the boundaries of inkjet with reliable jetting of fluids up to 100cP under jetting conditions. The Xaar eX series of printheads enables manufacturers to digitally apply coatings, functional materials and advanced fluids with greater precision, higher productivity and reduced process complexity.

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Applications

Advanced coatings and functional fluid deposition

Designed for applications where conventional inkjet reaches its limits

From EV battery coatings and advanced manufacturing to industrial coatings and functional materials, the Xaar eX allows OEMs and manufacturers to digitise processes previously considered unsuitable for inkjet. With the ability to jet higher viscosity fluids and in greater volume, manufacturers can apply more material in fewer passes while maintaining excellent accuracy and process stability.

Is the Xaar eX right for you?

Jet fluids up to 100cP that cannot be handled by conventional printheads

Increase material deposition without sacrificing productivity

Improve process control and coating uniformity

Reduce waste associated with analogue coating processes

Integrate digital deposition into industrial production environments

Develop new applications using functional, particle-loaded or highly formulated fluids

Scale from development projects to high-volume manufacturing

The challenge

Industrial fluids are evolving faster than conventional inkjet technology

Manufacturers increasingly require coatings and functional materials with higher solids loading, increased performance and enhanced functionality. However, most inkjet technologies were designed for low viscosity inks, forcing compromises in fluid formulation, productivity and process efficiency.

As a result, manufacturers can struggle to achieve the material performance, throughput and reliability needed for industrial-scale production.

How the Xaar eX Series solves it

Bringing the benefits of digital manufacturing to high viscosity fluids

Jets fluids up to 100cP

Expand formulation possibilities and unlock new applications by reliably jetting fluids beyond the capabilities of conventional printheads.

TF Technology

Continuous recirculation behind the nozzle prevents sedimentation, removes air bubbles and maintains stable operation for maximum uptime.

High Laydown Technology

Deposit more material in fewer passes, increasing throughput while delivering the coating thickness required for demanding applications.

Uniform Fluid Deposition

Deliver accurate, repeatable coating performance to help improve product quality and manufacturing consistency.

Industry-Proven Technology

Built on Xaar's proven industrial inkjet expertise and already deployed in advanced manufacturing environments, helping customers move from development to production with confidence.

Key benefits to inkjet printing...

Develop better fluids

Use higher viscosity and particle-loaded formulations without being constrained by traditional inkjet limitations.

Improve material performance

Higher viscosity formulations can deliver enhanced functionality, improved coverage and superior end-product performance.

Increase productivity

High Laydown Technology enables greater material deposition in fewer passes, increasing manufacturing throughput.

Reduce waste

Only deposit material where needed, improving utilisation and reducing waste compared to analogue coating processes.

Improve Reliability

TF Technology continuously conditions the fluid path to minimise downtime and reduce maintenance interventions

Adopt Proven Technology

Xaar technology is already being deployed in industrial manufacturing environments, giving OEMs and manufacturers confidence when scaling new applications.

Specification

Features

 

 

 

TF Technology

Yes

Ultra High Viscosity Technology

Yes

High Laydown Technology

Yes

AcuChp Technology

Yes

SureFlow Self Cleaning Mode

Yes

In-line filter

Yes

Serviceable

Yes

  

Jetting capability

Maximum viscosity at jetting temperature (cP)

100

Printhead max operating temperature (°C)

65

    

Fluid compatibility

UV battery coatings

Yes

      

Performance 

Active nozzles

2000

Print swathe width (µm)

70.52

Number of fluid paths

1

Nozzle density (nozzles per inch)

720

Grey levels

8

Drop sizes (pl)

12 or 40

Maximum frequency up to (kHz)

36 or 24

Maximum productivity (g/ m2) @1.3g/ cm3

44 or 85

High Laydown (g/ m2)

240 or N/A

      

Physical

      

Hight (mm)

100

 Depth (mm)

17

 Width (mm)

104

 Printhead dry weight (g)

205

 

Features

 

 

 

TF Technology

Yes

Ultra High Viscosity Technology

Yes

High Laydown Technology

Yes

AcuChp Technology

Yes

SureFlow Self Cleaning Mode

Yes

In-line filter

Yes

Serviceable

Yes

  

Jetting capability

Maximum viscosity at jetting temperature (cP)

100

Printhead max operating temperature (°C)

65

    

Fluid compatibility

UV battery coatings

Yes

      

Performance 

Active nozzles

1000

Print swathe width (µm)

70.49

Number of fluid paths

1

Nozzle density (nozzles per inch)

360

Grey levels

8

Drop sizes (pl)

12 or 40

Maximum frequency up to (kHz)

36 or 24

Maximum productivity (g/ m2) @1.3g/ cm3

22 or 42

High Laydown (g/ m2)

120 or N/A

      

Physical

      

Hight (mm)

100

 Depth (mm)

17

 Width (mm)

104

 Printhead dry weight (g)

205

 

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Special waveform and fluids

Optimised print quality

Bespoke waveforms are tailored to the specific characteristics of the high-viscosity coatings used in new generation batteries, ensuring optimal drop formation and placement. This leads to superior print quality with uniform coating layers. Common print defects which might occur are avoided.

Enhanced reliability

Customized waveforms also enhance the reliability of the printing process, maximising uptime and minimising maintenance costs.

Improved coating adhesion and battery performance

If pressure limits are exceeded and jetting stops, thanks to TF Technology, the fluid flow through the printhead ensures a fast recovery without the need to stop printing

Warranty compliance

Using waveforms specifically designed for the fluid ensures that the printhead operates within its intended parameters, which is a requirement for maintaining printhead warranties and means print performance over time is consistent.

Frequently asked questions...

The Xaar eX Series printheads are used in industrial inkjet systems for battery and energy storage applications where controlled deposition of functional fluids is required. In battery manufacturing, this can include applying specialist materials, coatings or identification marks as part of a digital production process. Suitability depends on the battery material, fluid properties, substrate, line speed and integration requirements.

The Xaar eX Series printheads can be used for battery-related fluids and other specialist industrial fluids, subject to compatibility testing. Important factors include viscosity, surface tension, particle content, filtration, stability and drying or curing method. Xaar can help assess whether a specific battery material or functional fluid is suitable for the printhead and application.

The Xaar eX Series printheads are designed for industrial environments where consistent jetting and reliable operation are important. Battery and functional fluid applications require repeatable deposition because variation can affect process consistency and product performance. Final performance will depend on the printhead, fluid, waveform, maintenance approach and wider machine design.

Industrial inkjet printing can support battery production by enabling precise, digital deposition of materials or markings without contact with the substrate. This can help manufacturers explore more flexible production methods, reduce material waste in some processes and add variable data or traceability where required. The value of inkjet depends on the battery chemistry, process step and fluid being deposited.

Ultra High Viscosity Technology enables the Xaar eX Series printheads to jet higher viscosity fluids for demanding industrial applications. For battery coating applications, this may help developers evaluate formulations that require controlled deposition of specialist functional materials, subject to compatibility testing and process validation.

Battery manufacturers, OEMs and integrators should speak to Xaar when evaluating whether the eX Series printheads can support a specific material, coating, marking or deposition process. Early discussion can help define fluid compatibility, print requirements, substrate handling, line speed and integration needs before system development.

  • 2D data matrix coding
  • Brand graphics and logos
  • Expiry date, traceability and batch codes
  • Primary and secondary packaging, outer case bar-coding
  • QR codes

Other Applications:
This printhead family can also be used to print fluids used in the Advanced Manufacturing and 3D market sectors. The piezo inkjet technology used in these printheads is capable of printing fluids with a range of viscosity, reactivity and conductivity. Xaar can support you in choosing the right printhead for the fluid type and for the application vs. the performance specification and price.

Physical attributes Xaar 502 GS15 S180 Xaar 502 GS15 S360  
Active nozzles 500 500  
Print swathe width (mm) 70.5 70.5  
Number of rows 1 1  
Nozzle pitch (µm) 141.1 141.1  
Nozzle density (nozzles per inch) 180 180  
Nozzle stagger (µm) 47 23.5  
Nozzle guard WFG WFG  
Printhead weight (dry) (g) 208 208  
Ink type Solvent Solvent  
Drop volume* (pL) 15 to 70 15 to 40  
Drop velocity* (m/s) 5 5  
Number of grey levels* 6 4  
Typical firing frequency* (kHz) 7 9.5  
Dimensions (WxDxH) (mm) 104 x 17 x 113 104 x 17 x 113  

* Dependent on ink used and system integration

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