What is inkjet module calibration

Inkjet module calibration aligns the inkjet printing position with the camera positioning system and the laser processing path.

Proper calibration ensures that printed patterns and laser processing results are accurately aligned. If calibration fails, issues such as print offset, misalignment, or inaccurate overlay may occur.

Possible causes

Calibration may fail due to one or more of the following reasons:

• Poor nozzle condition: the nozzle may be dirty or clogged.
• Improper material: The material to be processed is wrinkled, tilted, or moved during printing.
• Mechanical obstruction: Dust, debris, or mechanical resistance affects the inkjet module movement.
• Dirty or Improperly Installed Components: The nozzle, camera lens, or related components are improperly installed or contaminated.

Troubleshooting procedure

Step 1: Check the nozzle check pattern

1. Refer to Understanding Ink Nozzle Check Pattern for xTool M2 CMYK Inkjet Module to check the nozzle status.
2. If the lines are blurry, broken, or faded:
3. 1. Perform nozzle cleaning or maintenance first.
   2. Reprint the nozzle check pattern.
   3. 1. 
   3. Run the calibration again.

Step 2: Check the material and placement

1. Ensure that the material is standard A5 paper.
2. Ensure that the paper is placed flat and is well secured by the masking tape.
3. If the nozzle check pattern is obviously skewed, replace the paper and run the calibration again.

Step 3: Check the guide rails

1. Turn off xTool M2 and ensure that the rails can be manually moved smoothly.
2. Clean the guide rails if there's any obstruction.
3. Run the calibration again.

Step 4: Check other key components of the device

Further inspect the following:

• Whether the inkjet module is securely installed
• Whether the camera lens is dirty
• Whether any structural misalignment exists in the device

Step 5: Contact xTool Support Team

If the issue still exists you finished the previous steps, please contact xTool Support Team with the following information:

• xTool M2 SN (at the back of the device)
• Video of the whole troubleshooting process and results
• Work log from xTool software

Still experiencing issues?

Should the issue persist after completing the preceding steps, submit a ticket via the "Submit a Ticket" button in the "Help Ticket" section below. The standard response time for xTool Customer Service is one business day.

For a prompt resolution, please include the following details:

• Issue description: A detailed explanation of the observed problem.
• Video evidence: Attach a video demonstrating the issue, where applicable.
• Troubleshooting performed: Any troubleshooting steps you have already attempted, along with their results.

This information is crucial for xTool technical support engineers to provide timely assistance.

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