Dot matrix or impact printers are age-old printers. Dot matrix printers print by striking on a cloth dipped in ink hence the name impact printers. These printers have been put out of business by inkjet and laserjet printers. However, they are still used by offices that require printing bills and receipts in large quantities. The reason for employing dot matrix printers is that the ribbon and hammer mechanism used is better at handling thicker media than their counterparts the inkjet and laserjet. Their application includes printing dates and number on bills and tickets.
I have shared with you the most frequently purchased printer which coincidentally happens to be the least trouble causing printer. Although Oki MICROLINE tops the list of dot matrix printers, peoples favorite Epson LQ-590 Impact Printer is the most appreciated one. Capable of handling a heavy workload, this printer prints at an impressive 529 cps (12 cpi) for High-Speed Drafts. Priced at $315.99 this printer can perform an impressive feat of 80 characters @ 10 cpi this 24pin printer makes it seem effortless. With close to 400 million character print head life and a ribbon life of 5 million characters at 48 dots/character, this printer is sure to last you a lot longer than standard inkjet printers. Epson LQ-590 can punch through reports, bills, and receipts at blistering speed.
This printer has scored am impressive 4.8/5 rating in CDW and an impressive 4/5 rating in amazon which surely are a great proof of reliability and performance.