System and method for applying primer to media in inkjet printers

An inkjet printer comprising:

• at least one printhead;
• a media transport for moving a media sheet through a print zone opposite the at least one printhead in a process direction;
• and
• a primer applicator having:
• a nebulizer comprising an ultrasonic transducer configured to generate a mist from a primer;
• and
• a pressure source configured to direct the generated mist toward media on the media transport before the media passes the at least one printhead.

A primer applicator for an inkjet printer comprising at least one printhead and a media transport for moving a media sheet through a print zone opposite the at least one printhead in a process direction, the primer applicator comprising:

• a nebulizer configured to generate a mist from a primer;
• a pressure source configured to direct the generated mist toward passing media;
• a housing in which the nebulizer is positioned;
• and
• an opening in the housing to which the pressure source directs the generated mist.