Epson LX-350 Impact Dot Matrix Printer

Epson LX-350 Impact Dot Matrix Printer Product Description

The Epson LX-350 Impact Dot Matrix Printer (C11C635011), is a durable, high-volume printer built for demanding office environments, forms printing, and legacy system integration. Released in 1998 and still in production, this 9-pin dot matrix model delivers up to 240 characters per second (cps) at 10 cpi, making it ideal for invoices, receipts, and multipart forms. Its parallel interface ensures compatibility with older systems, while the optional USB adapter supports modern setups. The printer’s rugged construction withstands harsh conditions, with a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 6,000,000 cycles. It handles continuous paper, single sheets, and envelopes up to 15 inches wide, with a 50,000-hour print head life. The ribbon cartridge yields up to 2.5 million characters, reducing maintenance costs. With a 1-year limited warranty and optional 3-year extended coverage, it’s a cost-effective choice for businesses.

Key Features

• High-Speed Printing: Up to 240 cps at 10 cpi for fast document output.

• 9-Pin Dot Matrix: Reliable for multipart forms and carbonless copies.

• Wide Media Support: Handles continuous paper, single sheets, and envelopes up to 15 inches.

• Parallel Interface: Backward compatibility with legacy systems.

• Optional USB Adapter: Modern connectivity for newer computers.

• Durable Construction: MTBF of 6,000,000 cycles for long-term use.

• Long Ribbon Life: Up to 2.5 million characters per cartridge.

• Easy Maintenance: User-replaceable parts for minimal downtime.

Specifications

• Model: C11C635011

• Print Technology: 9-pin impact dot matrix

• Print Speed: 240 cps (10 cpi), 300 cps (12 cpi)

• Print Resolution: 240 x 216 dpi

• Paper Handling: Continuous paper up to 15.5 inches, single sheets up to 15 inches, envelopes

• Interface: Parallel (Centronics), optional USB adapter

• Ribbon: Fabric ribbon, 2.5 million characters yield

• Print Head Life: 400 million strokes/wire (4 billion dots/character)

• MTBF: 6,000,000 power-on hours

• Dimensions: 16.1 x 11.2 x 4.6 inches (409 x 285 x 117 mm)

• Weight: 12.1 lbs (5.5 kg)

• Power Consumption: 28W printing, 8W standby

• Warranty: 1-year limited, optional 3-year extended

• Color: Gray

• Accessories: Ribbon cartridge, power cord, parallel cable

Why Choose the Epson LX-350?

The Epson LX-350 is a workhorse for offices needing high-volume, multipart printing, with 240 cps speed and 9-pin reliability. Its wide media support and parallel interface ensure compatibility with legacy systems, while the optional USB adapter modernizes connectivity. With a 6,000,000-hour MTBF and long ribbon life, it’s built for durability, reducing downtime. Though louder than inkjets, its 1-year warranty (extendable to 3 years) and affordability make it essential for forms-heavy tasks.

Note: Ribbon sold separately after initial; noise level ~55 dB.