Multifunction Printer Thermistor

Thermistors for Fuser Temperature Control in Multifunction Printers

In multifunction printers, temperature management of fuser rollers and internal components has a direct impact on print quality, equipment lifespan, and overall operational stability.

Shibaura Electronics’ thermistor sensors respond quickly to rapid temperature changes, enabling stable and precise temperature control throughout printer operation.

We provide optimized sensor specifications tailored to individual equipment structures and installation requirements, and can also accommodate customized specifications designed for mass-production applications.

Shibaura Electronics’ thermistor sensors offer the following features ideally suited for multifunction printer applications:

  • Rapidly detect temperature changes around fuser rollers, pressure rollers, and heating elements, helping maintain stable fusing temperatures for consistent print quality.
  • High responsiveness and stable performance during startup and continuous printing contribute to reducing print quality variations while supporting overheating prevention.
  • Sensor designs can be customized for both contact and non-contact temperature measurement methods, with thin and compact sensing elements, wiring configurations, and mounting structures optimized for available installation space within the device.

Our products

Multifunction printers

Model Name Example Usage Subject of Measurement

RDS1RDS1

Copiers, printers,
Multifunction printers
Surface (non-contact) temperature measurement

NIP1NIP1

Copiers, printers,
Multifunction printers
Surface (non-contact) temperature measurement

TSP1TSP1

Copiers, printers,
Multifunction printers
Solid interior and surface temperature measurement

KT1KT1

Air conditioner indoor units,
Fan Heaters,
All-in-one Washer-dryers,
printers,
Multifunction printers,
Water heaters, Bidet Toilets
Solid interior and surface temperature measurement,
Atmospheric temperature measurement

KTEP1KTEP1

air conditioner indoor units,
printers,
Multifunction printers
Solid interior and surface temperature measurement,
Atmospheric temperature measurement