ET-8550 Printhead Upgrade Kit: Do You Need Screws for the Metal Bracket?

Question:
For the Epson ET-8550, do you sell the screws that hold the metal bracket securing the printhead to the new nipple-type damper holder?

Answer:

Regarding your question about the Epson ET-8550 and the screws used for securing the metal bracket:

• Old-Style Dampers (Flat Damper Holders):
  For the older style damper system, a screw is indeed required to secure the metal bracket. We carry the correct replacement screws, which you can find here: 3pcs Screw for L1800/1390/1430/1400 Printhead & ET-8550 Bracket (https://bchtechnologies.com/products/3pcs-screw-for-l1800-1390-1430-1400-printhead-et-8550-bracket-1?_pos=3&_sid=225a5da0a&_ss=r).

• Nipple-Type Dampers (PNC Printhead Conversion):
  With the newer nipple-style dampers, the setup is different. The dampers are designed to secure themselves directly to the printhead using their built-in plastic base. This means no additional screws are necessary for holding them in place. The engineering behind this design eliminates the risk of losing small screws and provides a more secure connection.

So, whether you need screws or not depends on which type of damper system you're working with. If you're upgrading to the nipple-type dampers using the ET-8550 Printhead Upgrade Kit (https://bch-youtube-fan-store.myshopify.com/products/et-8550-printhead-upgrade-kit-pnc-printhead-nipple-conversion-kit-by-bch), you won't need screws. But if you're maintaining or repairing an older-style damper bracket, then purchasing the replacement screws will be the right solution.

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