Epson LQ-690 II Dot Matrix Printer

Epson LQ-690 II Dot Matrix Printer Product Description

The Epson LQ-690 II Dot Matrix Printer (Model C11CH84201),is a robust, high-volume printer built for demanding office tasks, forms printing, and legacy system integration. Released in 2019, this 24-pin model delivers exceptional print quality at up to 570 characters per second (cps) at 10 cpi, making it ideal for invoices, receipts, and multipart forms up to 7 copies. It supports continuous paper, single sheets, and envelopes up to 16 inches wide, with a 50,000-hour print head life for reliability. The printer’s parallel and USB interfaces ensure broad compatibility with older and newer systems, and the optional serial interface adapter adds versatility. Its durable construction features a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 10,000,000 hours, suitable for 24/7 operation. The ribbon cartridge yields up to 2.5 million characters, minimizing downtime. With a 2-year limited warranty and optional extended coverage, it’s a cost-effective choice for businesses.

Key Features

• High-Speed Printing: Up to 570 cps at 10 cpi for fast document output.

• 24-Pin Dot Matrix: Superior print quality for text and graphics.

• Multi-Part Form Support: Handles up to 7 copies for forms and labels.

• Wide Media Compatibility: Continuous paper, single sheets, envelopes up to 16 inches.

• Dual Interfaces: Parallel and USB for legacy and modern systems.

• Long Print Head Life: 50,000 hours for reduced maintenance.

• MTBF of 10,000,000 Hours: Built for continuous, reliable operation.

• Ribbon Yield: Up to 2.5 million characters per cartridge.

Specifications

• Model: C11CH84201

• Print Technology: 24-pin impact dot matrix

• Print Speed: 570 cps (10 cpi), 680 cps (12 cpi)

• Print Resolution: 360 x 180 dpi

• Paper Handling: Continuous paper up to 16 inches, single sheets up to 16 inches, envelopes

• Interface: Parallel (Centronics), USB 2.0, optional serial adapter

• Ribbon: Fabric ribbon, 2.5 million characters yield

• Print Head Life: 50,000 hours

• MTBF: 10,000,000 power-on hours

• Dimensions: 16.3 x 13.3 x 6.0 inches (414 x 338 x 152 mm)

• Weight: 17.6 lbs (8 kg)

• Power Consumption: 61W printing, 8W standby

• Warranty: 2-year limited

• Color: Gray

• Accessories: Ribbon cartridge, power cord, parallel cable

Why Choose the Epson LQ-690 II?

The Epson LQ-690 II excels in high-volume printing with 570 cps speed and 24-pin quality, perfect for offices handling forms and labels. Its wide media support and dual interfaces bridge legacy and modern systems, while the 50,000-hour print head and 10,000,000-hour MTBF ensure durability. The 2.5 million-character ribbon yield minimizes costs, though noise (55 dB) may be noticeable. With a 2-year warranty, it’s a reliable choice for continuous operation.

Note: Ribbon sold separately after initial; optional serial adapter extra.