XP-15000 Waterproofing Made Easy: Updated Printhead Guard Solution
- By Ellen Joy
- On Dec 24, 2024
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Question:
In your video "Transform Your XP-15000 Into A DTF/Sublimation Machine - Step 2 Waterproof Printhead" (https://youtu.be/jh7Pi9MSlyU), the link to the protective cover guard shows an error. I also don’t see the piece you used in the accessories section. What should I do?
Answer:
On the protective guard for the XP-15000 we have fixed the link and also updated the design quite a bit. Previously, we discussed a two-part beta release of the printhead guard. These featured a larger guard for the printhead area which also included a smaller guard to protect the FFC cable. But we realized later that the larger guard might get in the printer’s way. We have therefore stopped offering the larger guard to ensure the best performance from your printer.
Instead, we’re sharing a new tutorial showing how to use silicone sealant to waterproof the area formerly covered by the larger guard. For the smaller FFC guard, we made some pretty remarkable improvements as it is critically important in stopping ink leak from getting into the printhead connections. We've now added two small guards (one as spare), so the long-term reliability will not affect the future maintenance of the FFC cable.
Question:
In your video "Transform Your XP-15000 Into A DTF/Sublimation Machine - Step 2 Waterproof Printhead" (https://youtu.be/jh7Pi9MSlyU), the link to the protective cover guard shows an error. I also don’t see the piece you used in the accessories section. What should I do?
Additional Information
Addressing printer conversion and waterproofing challenges can be tricky, especially for hands-on projects. While we’re unable to provide remote troubleshooting or live support, we offer in-person evaluations and repair services via our local diagnostic facility (https://bchtechnologies.com/printer-repair-service). Due to high demand, repairs are conducted on a first-come, first-served basis.
For DIY enthusiasts, we recommend visiting our YouTube channel (https://youtube.com/@bchtechnologies) and using the search bar to explore related tutorials. With over nine years of content, it’s a great starting point for troubleshooting and discovering innovative solutions.