Genuine Mimaki Mirror MP45 Laser Sensor (Part Number: MP-E301317)
Product Overview
The Mimaki Mirror MP45 Laser Sensor (MP-E301317) is a 100% genuine, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) high-precision optical component. Made in Japan, this laser sensor mirror assembly is engineered specifically for Mimaki’s elite line of compact UV flatbed and 3D industrial printers.
It functions as a critical part of the printer's automatic height adjustment, media gap detection, and obstacle avoidance systems. By precisely reflecting the safety and positioning laser beams, it ensures flawless material measurement and safeguards the expensive printheads from physical crashes.
Key Technical Specifications
- Part Name: Mirror MP45 / Laser Sensor Mirror
- Part Number: MP-E301317 (Also cataloged as E301317)
- Condition: 100% Brand New, Original Mimaki
- Optics Type: High-reflectivity, industrial-grade optical mirror
- Compatible Models:
- UV LED Flatbed Series: UJF-A3MkII, UJF-A3MkII EX, UJF-A3MkII e, UJF-3042MkII, UJF-3042MkII EX, UJF-3042MkII e, UJF-6042MkII, UJF-6042MkII EX, UJF-6042MkII e
- Industrial 3D Printing Series: 3DUJ-553
Key Features and Technical Benefits
1. High-Precision Optical Reflectivity
Manufactured with a specialized, ultra-flat optical coating, the MP45 mirror ensures maximum laser beam preservation with zero distortion. This enables the printer's laser sensors to accurately gauge media thickness up to fractions of a millimeter.
2. Advanced Printhead Anti-Crash Protection
In UV flatbed and 3D printing, even a minor collision between the printhead and uneven media can cause catastrophic hardware damage. This mirror ensures the obstacle detection laser maintains a solid, uninterrupted optical loop, instantly pausing the machine if an obstruction is detected.
3. Superior Resistance to UV Light and Ink Mist
Operating inside a UV curing environment exposes components to stray ultraviolet light and airborne ink mist. The MP-E301317 features an advanced chemical-resistant and UV-stable surface coating that prevents premature clouding, tarnishing, or degradation.
4. Perfect Plug-and-Play OEM Fit
As a genuine factory part, it matches the exact physical dimensions, mounting hole alignment, and optical angle requirements of the UJF and 3DUJ carriage chassis. This guarantees easy calibration during installation and eliminates sensor alignment errors.
Signs That Your Laser Sensor Mirror Needs Replacement
Optical mirrors are sensitive maintenance parts. Over time, heavy production can degrade the mirror surface. Consider replacing this part if you observe:
- "Obstacle Detected" False Alarms: The printer frequently triggers safety stops or errors even when the print bed is clear.
- Laser Sensor Calibration Failures: The machine fails its automated origin setting or media height measurements.
- Visible Surface Damage: Cloudiness, scratches, or stubborn UV ink overspray baked onto the mirror surface that cannot be cleaned off with lint-free wipes.