| Manufacturer / Brand | Canon Original - New |
|---|---|
| Category | Canon Printer Parts |
| Printer Type | Inkjet Printer Spare Parts |
| SKU Code | TWC-ENCOSTRINEWO |
| Warranty & Guarantee | No Warranty (No Rrturnable Product) |
| GST Invoicing | 18% GST Tax Invoice Available for B2B Input Credit |
Restore factory-grade print precision and eliminate printhead alignment errors with this replacement Original New Carriage Encoder Strip. In inkjet printers, the linear optical encoder strip acts as the primary spatial grid for the carriage assembly. As the printhead moves back and forth across the paper, an optical sensor mounted on the carriage reads the microscopic grid lines on this strip to calculate its exact real-time position and fire ink droplets with sub-millimeter precision.
Over time, aerosol ink mist, excess grease from the carriage guide rod, dust accumulation, or accidental scratches during maintenance can contaminate or damage the clear surface of the encoder strip.
When the optical sensor cannot read the positioning marks clearly, the printer loses track of the carriage position. This leads to severe print defects such as blurred or shadow/ghosted text, jagged vertical lines, unaligned margins, or sudden carriage slamming against the side chassis frame accompanied by Error 5100 or carriage lockup alerts.
Manufactured from optical-grade, chemically resistant PET film with precision laser-etched timing marks, this original specification encoder strip provides an exact drop-in replacement. It offers a reliable, professional repair solution for service technicians, refurbishers, and DIY users seeking to restore flawless printing performance.
