How to Fix a Loose Printhead on an Epson L1800: Repair and Replacement Guide

Customer Question:

I need to replace my ink carriage on an Epson L1800. I already have the part. How much would it cost to replace it, or repair it? My printhead won’t screw in.

Answer:

Thank you for reaching out to us. We sincerely apologize for not getting back to you sooner. We understand that all printer issues feel urgent, and we appreciate your patience while we carefully consider your question. At BCH Technologies, we value your engagement and support, particularly with our YouTube channel(https://youtube.com/@bchtechnologies). Your feedback is crucial in helping us improve our technical expertise.

Now, let’s dive into your issue.

If your printhead won’t screw in, this usually points to a problem with the screw holes on the printhead carriage. Over time, these holes may become stripped or damaged, preventing a secure connection. Here’s how you can proceed:

Option 1: Repairing the Screw Holes

Before replacing the entire ink carriage, you may want to try repairing the screw holes. We offer a Screw Hole Repair Kit specifically designed for Epson L1800, L800, L805, 1390, and 1430-based printers. You can find it here: DTF Printhead Carriage Return Screw Hole Repair Kit (https://bchtechnologies.com/products/dtf-printhead-carriage-return-screw-hole-repair-complete-kit-l1800-l800-l805-1390-1430-based-printers).

Using this kit, you can restore the threading in the screw holes, allowing your printhead to be securely mounted without replacing the entire carriage.

Option 2: Replacing the Printhead Carriage

If the screw hole repair does not resolve the issue, you may need to replace the printhead carriage. Since you already have the part, installation requires removing the existing carriage and installing the new one. If you decide to purchase a new printhead carriage, we offer original parts here: Original L1800 Printhead Carriage Return CR Unit(https://bchtechnologies.com/products/original-l1800-printhead-carriage-return-cr-unit-also-compatible-to-1390).

DIY Guide: Installing the Printhead Carriage

If you choose to install the new carriage yourself, we have a detailed guide that can walk you through the process step by step. You can watch our tutorial on our YouTube channel, or follow this video directly: Epson L1800 Printhead Carriage Installation Guide (https://bchtechnologies.com/products/13-pin-page-width-cr-encoder-sensor-csic-ffc-cable-for-epson-l1800-1390-1430-dtf-dtg-printers).

Option 3: Professional Repair Services

If you prefer professional assistance, we offer printer repair services that include both mainboard and full printer repairs. You can check our available services and pricing details on our website: BCH Printer Repair Services(https://bchtechnologies.com/collections/printer-repair-service).

Final Thoughts

Addressing printer issues can be a complicated affair due to the hands-on nature of the problems. We are not able to provide remote troubleshooting, suggestions, or support for printer repairs. However, we do offer an in-person evaluation and repair service via our local diagnostic facility (https://bchtechnologies.com/printer-repair-service). Given the high demand, we operate on a first-come, first-served basis, and it may take a few weeks before your printer can be dropped off.

Our services cover full printer repairs or specific part replacements, with clear instructions on how to proceed. However, we acknowledge that our rates may not be the most economical option. Therefore, we highly recommend exploring self-help solutions via online research. You can start by checking our YouTube channel(https://youtube.com/@bchtechnologies). Use the search function next to “About” on the menu bar to find specific troubleshooting videos.

We appreciate your patience and support. If you have further questions, feel free to ask! Thank you for reaching out to BCH Technologies.