How to replace a printhead on a Zebra 105SL or 105SL thermal transfer printer.
Worn or damaged printheads greatly affect the print quality, and should be replaced immediately. The most common symptoms of a printhead needing replacement are vertical white lines (voids) in the print and poor/faint print output.
To prolong the life of your printhead, it is important to properly maintain the print element by regularly cleaning with a thermal printhead cleaning pen and using high-quality Zebra print media.