Epson L1800 broke the screw holes

Question:

Do you have a new Epson L1800 printhead carriage? I think I broke the screw holes on my current carriage. The screws keep spinning the screws will not tighten, so I'm like Okay it needs a new carriage. I am going to try changing the printhead as well.

Answer:

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Yes, we have some second-hand Epson L1800 printhead carriages in stock, but before you opt to replace them, here is an alternative fix you could try. We were able to repair the carriage by epoxying it in place.

How To Fix Wobbly Screw Holes:

Applying Epoxy: Add a tiny bit of epoxy to the damaged screw holes. Do not use too much—a little goes a long way, as you only need just enough to fill the hole without creating a buildup around the screw hole. Too much epoxy may change the height of the printhead, which could result in the print process being faulty. The Eproxy will set in about 24 hours. If you want it to be faster, you can fill the hole with baking soda, then level the screw hole and add a tiny bit of superglue. The superglue will set instantly, but this is less durable than the Epoxy.

Then use a drill to create new screw holes. The screws have about 2.3 mm in width. Go to your local Ace hardware store, and they will recommend the correct drill bit. Nevertheless, the holes ought to be slightly undersized for a better hold. After making the holes, they should each be 5.3 mm deep (Use a marker to mark the appropriate depth on your drill bit so you don´t drill too deep).

This method is way easier and more convenient than replacing the whole carriage, which also takes more time, etc. This should allow you to secure the printhead without needing a new carriage. However, if you are just interested in the joy of fixing the printer, I made a YouTube video showing you how to replace the printhead carriage: https://youtu.be/7JovBDaamtU 

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We know our prices are not the least expensive, so we suggest you try a resource online to troubleshoot the problem. You can begin by checking out our YouTube channel (https://youtube.com/@bchtechnologies), where we have uploaded many videos for over 9 years. Use the search icon located by the "About" of the channel if you're looking for something specific to learn about. This is the best way to sometimes look at good content, and YouTube will also suggest other channel videos from which you can cherish your experience much better.

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