Riso ComColor X1 Series Machine Wide Flat Cable (FFC / Wide Ribbon Cable)

Item Name: Machine Wide Flat Cable / Wide Ribbon Cable for Riso X1 SeriesAlias: Main Wide FFC, Print Head Signal Cable, Machine Wide CableNote: Official Riso part number can be added once confirmed; widely known in spare-parts market as X1 wide flat cable

Description

This is the original flexible flat signal cable (FFC, ribbon cable) for Riso ComColor X1 high‑speed inkjet printers. It transmits image data and control signals between the main controller board and the print head assembly. It is a core internal wiring component for FORCEJET inkjet engine, featuring fine‑pitch conductors, high flex resistance and stable high‑speed signal transmission under continuous production printing. It is commonly referred to as “machine wide cable” in the Riso aftermarket.

Compatible Models

• Riso ComColor X1 Series: X1 3110, X1 3150, X1 7110, X1 7150, X1 9110, X1 9150

• Also cross-compatible with related ComColor generation platforms upon part number match

  
  

Specifications

• Cable Type: Flexible Flat Cable (FFC / Ribbon Cable)
• Application: Printhead signal communication, main board to printhead harness
• Feature: Multi‑channel high‑speed differential signal transmission
• Insulation: High‑temperature resistant polyester film
• Connector: Matching original locking connectors on both ends

• Condition: Original OEM pull / brand new original available (specify when ordering)

  
  

Key Features

✅ Original factory routing layout, perfectly matching X1 series print head assembly
 ✅ Low signal loss, stable data transfer, avoids vertical banding, missing nozzles or random print errors caused by poor contact
✅ Excellent bending endurance; designed for the moving print head carriage inside ComColor machines
✅ Heat and oil resistant, adapted to the internal high‑duty production printer environment
✅ Direct replacement; plug‑and‑play after disassembly, no modification required

Common Failure Symptoms (When this cable fails)

• Intermittent missing nozzle lines, vertical stripes
• Random print dropout, unstable inkjet output
• Printer throws communication / printhead error codes
• Nozzle check pattern incomplete or flickering

• Frequent print head recognition failure

  
  

Important Remarks

• This wide flat cable is different from narrow sensor cables, power harnesses and finisher cables.
• Confirm the exact part number before shipment; X1 sub‑models use different cable versions.
• Handle carefully during installation; creases, scratches or conductor cracks will immediately affect printing performance.
• Not interchangeable with FW / GD / GL series flat cables even if appearance looks similar.