Epson TM-U230 Impact Dot  Matrix Kitchen Printer

Water resistant and easy to clean
With a water-resistant case and a unique drain channel, the TM-U230 is a perfect addition to any busy kitchen. Its flat surface makes it easy to wipe off oils, sauces and other kitchen stains. The coating option provides even further protection.

Flexible and versatile
Install the TM-U230 wherever you want: vertically (paper exit at the front), horizontally (paper exit on top), or hanging on the wall (bracket optional).
And with Ethernet and USB available as options, you can be sure that the TM-U230 will fit into any kitchen network. Ethernet capability allows this unique kitchen printer to be connected to a large network or an Order Entry System.

General Specifications

Print Method
9-pin, serial impact dot matrix

Print Font

Font
7x9 / 9x9

Column Capacity (columns)
40/42 or 33/35

Character Size (mm)
1.2 W x 3.1 H / 1.6 W x 3.1 H

Character Set
95 Alphanumeric, 37 International, 128 x 8 Graphic 
Traditional/Simple Chinese

Characters Per Inch
16 or 17.8 cpi, 13.3 or 14.5 cpi

Interfaces
RS232, Bi-directional parallel
Dealer option: RS485, USB, 10 Base-T I/F

Data Buffer
1KB / 16KB

Print Speed
3.5 lps (at 40 columns, 16 cpi)
6.4 lps (at 16 columns, 16 cpi)

Paper

Dimensions (mm)
Roll paper: 76.0+ 0.5 W x dia. 83.0

Thicknesses (mm)
0.06 to 0.085

Copy Capability
One original

Inked Ribbon
ERC-38 (Purple, Black, Black/Red)

Ribbon Life
Purple: 4x10⁶ characters 
Black: 3x10⁶ characters
B/R: 15x10⁵ characters (Black), 75x10⁴ characters (Red)

Power
24VDC+5%

Power Consumption
Approx. 43 W

D.K.D.function
2 drivers

Reliability
MTBF: 18x10⁴ hours
MCBF: 18x10⁶ lines

Overall Dimensions (mm)
166 W x 168 D x 259.5 H

Mass (approx.)
2.7kg

EMC Standards
VCCI Class A, FCC Class A, CE marking, AS/NZS 3548 Class B

Power Supply
Power Supply built-in model / Power supply separate model

Factory Options
WH-10

Safety Standards
UL / CSA / TUV (EN60950)

TM-U230 Impact Dot  Matrix Kitchen Printer Pricing:

Part #	Description	List Price
C31C391A8940	TM-U230 Serial Receipt Printer, 2 Color, w/Coating, ECW	$493
C31C391A8980	TM-U230P Parallel Receipt Printer, 2 Color, without Coating, ECW	$493
C31C391A8920	TM-U230 Serial Receipt Printer, 2 Color, with/Coating, ECW	$446

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