Zebra SSP-168-1984-AM40 Thermal Printhead

Description:

The Zebra SSP-168-1984-AM40 is a 300 DPI thermal printhead designed for Zebra 170Xi and 170PAX series industrial label printers. It is commonly a compatible/OEM-equivalent replacement (often referenced to Zebra OEM part 46500/46500M)  and delivers high-resolution printing for barcodes, text, and detailed graphics. This printhead uses precision heating elements to transfer ink from ribbon to media and is a critical wear component replaced periodically to maintain print quality.

Applications:

The Zebra SSP-168-1984-AM40 printhead is used in Zebra 170XiII, 170XiIII, 170XiIII+, and 170PAX series printers. The Zebra printhead is commonly installed in manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, and packaging environments where high-volume, high-resolution label printing is required.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): SSP-168-1984-AM40
• Product Type: Thermal Printhead
• Brand: Zebra Technologies / Compatible
• Resolution: 300 DPI
• OEM Reference: 46500 / 46500M
• Compatibility: 170XiII, 170XiIII, 170XiIII+, 170PAX, 170PAX II/III/IV
• Print Technology: Thermal transfer / direct thermal
• Function: Heat-based image transfer for label printing
• Application: Industrial barcode and label printing

Common Replacements:

• Zebra 46500 / 46500M OEM printhead
• Zebra 203 DPI variants (lower resolution options)
• Compatible Gulton or aftermarket Xi/PAX series printheads