Wasp I00011379 Wasp WPL408Plus 300 dpi Printhead

Wasp I00011379 WPL408Plus 300 dpi Printhead

Overview

The Wasp I00011379 is a genuine 300 dpi thermal printhead designed for the WPL408Plus label printer. This is a direct replacement component when the original printhead reaches end-of-life or requires service restoration. Thermal printheads degrade with use—head strikes, wear patterns, and uneven heat distribution develop over millions of print cycles—so timely replacement keeps print quality consistent and reduces label waste from defective output.

Compatibility

This printhead is OEM-specified for the Wasp WPL408Plus printer only. Do not attempt to use this component in other Wasp printer models or third-party equipment; thermal printhead specifications (element count, heat profile, mechanical fit, and electrical pinout) are model-specific and will not function correctly outside the intended device.

Installation Notes

Printhead replacement requires powering down the WPL408Plus and following the manufacturer's service procedure. Thermal heads contain fragile heating elements and are sensitive to static discharge—use proper antistatic precautions when handling. Do not clean the printhead with abrasive materials or solvents; follow Wasp's documented maintenance protocol. Incorrect installation or misalignment will result in print defects (streaking, gaps, density loss) and potential damage to the head itself.

What's in the Box

• 1x Wasp WPL408Plus 300 dpi thermal printhead