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Epson TM-U220BC 9-Pin Impact Dot Matrix Receipt Printer with Auto Cutter – Serial

Improve your point-of-sale operations with the Epson TM-U220BC Impact Dot Matrix Receipt Printer, designed to deliver reliable, efficient and cost-effective printing for retail, restaurant, hospitality and business environments. Combining proven impact printing technology, flexible paper handling and dependable performance, this printer is an excellent solution for businesses requiring durable receipt printing and multipart document support.

Featuring a 9-pin serial impact dot matrix printing mechanism, the Epson TM-U220BC delivers printing speeds of up to 6.0 lines per second, helping streamline everyday transaction processing. Its impact printing technology allows businesses to produce clear receipts and kitchen orders on plain paper, with support for two-colour printing using compatible black and red ribbon cartridges.

Designed for convenience, the TM-U220BC incorporates an easy drop-in paper loading mechanism that simplifies paper replacement and reduces operational downtime. Its integrated automatic partial-cut cutter provides convenient receipt separation, making it ideal for busy checkout counters and restaurant environments.

The printer supports flexible paper widths of 57.5mm, 69.5mm and 76mm, allowing businesses to select the appropriate receipt format for their applications. It can also print one original document plus one copy, making it particularly useful for invoices, transaction records and duplicate receipts.

Equipped with an RS-232 serial interface, the TM-U220BC provides reliable connectivity with compatible POS terminals and computer systems. It also features a cash drawer kick-out connection, allowing integration with compatible electronic cash drawers.

Its robust construction, easy-to-maintain clamshell design and proven Epson reliability make it an excellent choice for demanding commercial environments.

Whether you operate a restaurant, retail store, supermarket or hospitality business, the Epson TM-U220BC provides dependable receipt printing and efficient everyday POS operation.

FEATURES:

• 9-Pin Impact Dot Matrix Printing – Reliable impact printing technology for everyday business receipts and transaction documents.


• High-Speed Printing – Delivers printing speeds of up to 6.0 lines per second, depending on character configuration.


• Two-Colour Printing – Supports black and red printing with a compatible dual-colour ribbon cartridge.


• Automatic Paper Cutter – Integrated partial-cut cutter for convenient receipt separation.


• Easy Drop-In Paper Loading – Simplifies paper installation and replacement.


• Flexible Paper Widths – Supports 57.5mm, 69.5mm and 76mm receipt paper.


• Multipart Document Printing – Supports one original plus one copy.


• Serial Connectivity – RS-232 interface for connection to compatible POS systems.


• Cash Drawer Support – Includes a drawer kick-out connection for compatible cash drawers.


• Durable Construction – Designed for continuous operation in demanding retail and hospitality environments.


• Compact Design – Suitable for checkout counters, restaurant kitchens and POS workstations.


• Easy Maintenance – Clamshell cover design provides convenient access to internal components.


• Wall-Mountable Installation – Supports vertical installation using an optional wall-hanging bracket.


• Epson ESC/POS Compatibility – Supports standard Epson POS printer commands.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Epson TM-U220BC Impact Dot Matrix Receipt Printer

General Specifications:

• Brand: Epson


• Product Series: TM-U220B


• Model: TM-U220BC


• Product Type: Impact Receipt Printer


• Printing Technology: Serial Impact Dot Matrix


• Print Head: 9-Pin


• Printing Colour: Monochrome / Two-Colour


• Available Ribbon Colours: Black / Black and Red


• Product Category: POS Receipt Printer


• Printer Configuration: Type B with Auto Cutter

Printing Performance:

• Print Method: 9-Pin Serial Impact Dot Matrix


• Maximum Print Speed: 6.0 Lines Per Second


• Standard Print Speed: 4.7 Lines Per Second


• Print Speed Reference: 4.7 LPS at 40 Columns, 16 CPI


• High-Speed Reference: 6.0 LPS at 30 Columns, 16 CPI


• Print Resolution: 180 x 180 dpi


• Character Size: 1.2 x 3.1mm / 1.6 x 3.1mm


• Character Pitch: 13.3 CPI / 16 CPI


• Character Set: 95 Alphanumeric, 48 International and 128 x 12 Graphic Characters


• Column Capacity: 33 / 40 Columns (76mm Paper)

Paper Handling:

• Supported Paper Type: Plain Receipt Paper


• Paper Width: 57.5mm / 69.5mm / 76mm


• Maximum Paper Roll Diameter: 83mm


• Paper Loading: Drop-In Loading


• Paper Feed: Friction Feed


• Copy Capability: One Original + One Copy


• Automatic Cutter: Yes


• Cutter Type: Partial Cut


• Paper Sensors: Paper End / Paper Near-End / Cover Open


• Installation: Horizontal or Vertical with Optional Wall Mounting Bracket

Ribbon Specifications:

• Ribbon Type: Epson ERC-38


• Black Ribbon: ERC-38B


• Black/Red Ribbon: ERC-38BR


• Black Ribbon Life: Approximately 3 Million Characters


• Black/Red Ribbon Life: Approximately 1.5 Million Black Characters and 750,000 Red Characters

Connectivity:

• Primary Interface: RS-232 Serial


• Serial Standard: RS-232C


• Cash Drawer Connection: Yes


• Drawer Kick-Out: Supported


• Optional Interfaces: Bidirectional Parallel / USB / Ethernet (configuration dependent)

Electrical Specifications:

• Operating Voltage: 24V DC


• Power Supply: Epson PS-180 / Compatible AC Adapter


• Power Supply Included: Yes (standard product configuration)


• Average Power Consumption: Approximately 31W (model-dependent operating conditions)

Reliability:

• Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): 180,000 Hours


• Mean Cycles Between Failures (MCBF): 18 Million Lines


• Printer Life: 7.5 Million Lines


• Automatic Cutter Life: Approximately 800,000 Cuts

Physical Specifications:

• Product Width: 160mm


• Product Depth: 248mm


• Product Height: 139mm


• Dimensions: 160 x 248 x 139mm


• Product Weight: Approximately 2.5kg


• Colour: Epson Dark Grey / Black

Environmental Specifications:

• Operating Temperature: 5°C to 45°C (configuration dependent)


• Storage Temperature: -10°C to 50°C


• Operating Humidity: 10% to 90% RH


• Storage Humidity: 10% to 90% RH

Software Compatibility:

• Epson ESC/POS Command System


• Windows Compatible Printer Drivers


• OPOS ADK


• JavaPOS


• Compatible POS Applications

WHAT’S IN THE BOX:

• Epson TM-U220BC Impact Dot Matrix Receipt Printer x 1


• Epson ERC-38 Ribbon Cartridge x 1


• Thermal/Plain Roll Paper x 1


• Epson AC Power Adapter x 1


• AC Power Cable x 1


• Power Switch Cover x 1


• User Manual / Installation CD x 1


• Quick Start Guide x 1

Warranty: Subject to Local Supplier Confirmation

Colour: Black / Epson Dark Grey

Model: TM-U220BC

Interface: Serial RS-232

Printing Technology: 9-Pin Impact Dot Matrix

Paper Width: 57.5mm / 69.5mm / 76mm