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FX-890N Impact Printer, 9 Pin, Network Interface) - Color: Light Gray

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C11C524001NT

Built around a Fast Ethernet network interface, the Epson C11C524001NT is a 9-pin dot matrix printer that reaches 680 cps in Ultra Speed Draft mode at 12 cpi and 566 cps at 10 cpi, with bi-directional printing and 128 KB of standard memory. Connectivity spans parallel, USB 1.1 and Fast Ethernet, and language emulation covers Epson ESC/P, IBM PPDS and Oki Microline for broad system compatibility. The printer handles continuous, plain paper, label, roll and envelope media through seven feed paths — friction and push/pull tractor combinations front, rear and bottom — accommodating continuous forms up to 10.0 in wide and multipart stock up to original plus five carbonless copies. Operating power draw is 53 W, dropping to 4.50 W in sleep mode, and the chassis measures 16.3 in wide by 13.8 in deep by 6.6 in tall at 16.80 lb. An MTBF of 20000 hours, ISO 10561 certification, Energy Star qualification and a 3 year limited warranty round out the specification.
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Description
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The Epson FX-890 is a 9-pin dot matrix printer designed for businesses and operations that depend on high-volume, continuous-form printing day in and day out. Built around impact dot matrix technology, it handles a broad range of media — including continuous forms, plain paper, labels, envelopes, and roll paper — making it well suited for logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, finance, and retail back-office environments. Print speeds reach up to 680 characters per second in Ultra Speed Draft mode, while an MTBF rating of 20,000 hours supports long, uninterrupted production runs. A 400 million character print head life keeps maintenance demands low, and support for Epson ESC/P, IBM PPDS, and Oki Microline emulations ensures straightforward integration with existing systems via standard Parallel and USB connections.

Main Features

  • Case color: Grey

  • Connection: USB, Ethernet

  • Printing Technology: Dot Matrix

Technical Specifications
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Technical Information
Print Color Capability Monochrome
Maximum Mono Print Speed (cps) 680
Number of Pins 9-pin
Number of Columns 160
Memory
Standard Memory 128 KB
Interfaces/Ports
Parallel Port Yes
USB Yes
USB Standard USB 1.1
Network & Communication
Ethernet Yes
Ethernet Technology Fast Ethernet
Media Types & Handling
Media Type
  • Continuous Form
  • Envelope
  • Label
  • Plain Paper
  • Roll Paper
Media Size
  • Envelope No. 6
  • Envelope No. 10
  • Envelope No. 6 - 6.50" x 3.60"
  • 9.50" x 4.10"
  • Custom Size
  • 2.50" x 0.94"
Media Handling
  • Friction Feed - Front
  • Pull Tractor - Front
  • Pull Tractor - Rear
  • Push Tractor - Front
  • Push Tractor - Rear
  • Pull Tractor - Bottom
  • Friction Feed - Rear
Maximum Print Size Envelope No. 10 - 9.50" x 4.10"
Fonts & Emulation
Language Emulation
  • Epson ESC/P
  • IBM PPDS
  • Oki Microline
Software
Software Included Epson Remote Configuration Manager
Reliability
MTBF 20000 Hour
Power Description
Power Source AC Supply
Input Voltage 120 V AC
Operating Power Consumption 53 W
Sleep-Mode Power Consumption 4.50 W
Frequency 60.50 Hz
Physical Characteristics
Form Factor Desktop
Product Color Light Gray
Height 6.6"
Width 16.3"
Depth 13.8"
Weight (Approximate) 16.80 lb
Miscellaneous
Package Contents
  • FX-890N Dot Matrix Printer
  • Software CD
Additional Information

Paper Feed Mechanism:

  • Friction feed (front, rear)
  • Push tractor (front, rear)
  • Pull tractor (front, bottom, rear)
  • Push and pull tractor*(front, rear)
  • Cut-sheet feeder (optional)
  • Roll paper holder (optional)
  • *Additional tractor unit required

Paper Path:

  • Manual insertion: Front or rear in, top out
  • Cut sheet feeder: Top in, top out
  • Tractor: Front rear or bottom in, top out
  • Pull push tractor: Front or rear in, top out

Formatting:

  • 1/6-inch or programmable in 1/432-inch increments
  • Line Spacing: 6 lines per inch default
  • (8 lpi option available)

Character Sets:

  • 13 character tables
  • 13 international character sets

Resident Bitmapped Fonts:

  • Ultra Speed Draft 10, 12 cpi
  • High Speed Draft 10, 12, 15, 17, 20 cpi
  • Draft 10, 20 cpi
  • NLQ (Roman/Sans Serif) 10, 20 cpi, proportional

Paper Feed Speed:

  • 62 millisecond per 1/6"

Print Speed:

  • 680 cps Ultra Speed Draft (12 cpi)
  • 566 cps Ultra Speed Draft (10 cpi)

Total print volume:

  • 52 million lines (except print head)

Paper Handling:

  • Forms: Continuous multipart, original plus 5 carbonless copies, 1 + 6 copies with pull tractor, maximum thickness .018"
  • Single sheets: (3.9" to 10.1") Width, (3.9" to 14.3") Length
  • Continuous: (4.0" to 10.0") Width, (4.0" to 22.0") Length
  • Cut-sheet feeder: (7.2" to 8.5") Width, (10.1" to 14.0") Length
System Requirements

PC:

  • Windows 95
  • Windows 98
  • Windows 2000
  • Windows ME
  • Windows NT 4.0
  • Windows XP
Certifications & Standards
  • ISO 10561
Platform Supported PC
Energy Star Yes
Environmentally Friendly Yes
Warranty
Limited Warranty 3 Year
Documents
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Product document mod-epson-fx-dot-matrix-printers-epson-receipt-printers-epson-fx-2190n.pdf C11C524001NT  (PDF) Product document mod-epson-fx-dot-matrix-printers-epson-receipt-printers-epson-fx-890ii.pdf C11C524001NT  (PDF) Product document epson-fx-dot-matrix-printers.pdf C11C524001NT  (PDF)
FAQs
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What print technology and speed does the Epson FX Dot Matrix Printer use?
The Epson FX Dot Matrix Printer uses 24-pin impact dot matrix technology and prints at up to 529 characters per second in High-Speed Draft mode, 330 cps in Draft mode, and 110 cps in Letter Quality mode.
What interfaces does the Epson FX Dot Matrix Printer support for connecting to existing systems?
It supports Bidirectional Parallel, USB, and an optional Type B interface card slot, giving flexibility for integration with a range of legacy and current systems.
How reliable is the Epson FX Dot Matrix Printer, and what is its expected service life?
The printer is rated at 20,000 POH MTBF, with a print head life of 400 million characters and a ribbon cartridge life of 8 million characters, minimizing maintenance and downtime.
What paper and form types can the Epson FX Dot Matrix Printer handle?
It accommodates both cut-sheet and continuous forms, supporting multipart documents up to 5 parts thick with a maximum paper thickness of .018 inches.
What warranty does the Epson FX Dot Matrix Printer carry?
It is backed by a three-year limited warranty along with Epson's service and support.
What are the physical dimensions and power requirements of the Epson FX Dot Matrix Printer?
The printer measures 6.3 inches high, 23.2 inches wide, and 13.8 inches deep, weighs 21 lbs, and operates on 100 to 240V AC power.