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EPSON, TM-T88V, THERMAL RECEIPT PRINTER - ENERGY STAR RATED, EPSON BLACK - NEW COLOR, SERIAL AND USB INTERFACE, POWER SUPPLY INCLUDED, REPLACES ITEM C31CA85091

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C31CA85091

Configured with both serial and USB interfaces as standard, the Epson C31CA85091 is a desktop direct thermal receipt printer that reaches 11.81 in/s mono print speed at 180 x 180 dpi across a 2.83-inch print width. It accepts roll paper and direct thermal receipt stock up to 3.15 inches wide on rolls to 3.27 inches in diameter, and its auto-cutter is rated for 200,000 cuts. Standard memory stands at 256 KB, and the unit draws power from an included AC adapter. The chassis measures 5.7 inches wide by 7.7 inches deep by 5.8 inches tall and weighs 3.53 lb, fitting easily on a point-of-sale counter. Platform support covers Mac and PC, and the printer carries Energy Star qualification.
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Description
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The Epson TM-T88V is a high-speed direct thermal receipt printer built for retail, food service, and hospitality environments where reliable, high-volume transaction printing is essential. Printing at up to 300mm/second for both text and graphics, it keeps checkout lines moving and customer throughput high. The printer supports multiple connectivity options — including USB, Ethernet, serial, and Bluetooth — giving IT teams the flexibility to integrate it into virtually any POS infrastructure. An automatic cutter with a rated life of 2 million cuts, an MCBF of 70 million lines, and a four-year limited warranty underpin its suitability for demanding, always-on environments. Drop-in paper loading and intuitive status LEDs simplify daily operation and maintenance, while paper-saving functions can reduce paper consumption by up to 30%.

Main Features

  • POS: Yes

  • Equipment Format: Desktop

  • Connection: Serial, USB

  • Printing Technology: Direct Thermal

Technical Specifications
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Technical Information
Recommended Use Receipt Print
Print Color Capability Monochrome
Maximum Mono Print Speed 11.81 in/s
Maximum Print Resolution (dpi) 180 x 180
Maximum Print Width 2.83"
Application/Usage Desktop
Memory
Standard Memory 256 KB
Interfaces/Ports
Serial Port Yes
USB Yes
Cutter
Cutter Life 200000 Cuts
Media Types & Handling
Media Type
  • Roll Paper
  • Receipt
  • Direct Thermal Paper
Maximum Roll Diameter 3.27"
Maximum Label Width 3.15"
Power Description
Power Source Power Adapter
Physical Characteristics
Height 5.8"
Width 5.7"
Depth 7.7"
Weight (Approximate) 3.53 lb
Miscellaneous
Package Contents
  • TM-T88V Thermal Printer
  • Thermal roll paper (starter roll for testing)
  • Cable connector cover
  • AC adapter w/AC cord
  • Set-up guide
  • Power switch cover
  • CD (User Manual, Technical Manual, drivers, utilities)
Power Adapter Included Yes
Platform Supported
  • Mac
  • PC
Energy Star Yes
Documents
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Product document mod-tm-t88v-epson-thermal-printers-datasheet.pdf C31CA85091  (PDF) Product document mod-tm-t88v-epson-thermal-printers-user-manual.pdf C31CA85091  (PDF) Product document epson-t88v.pdf C31CA85091  (PDF)
FAQs
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What print speed and resolution does the Epson TM-T88V deliver?
The Epson TM-T88V prints both text and graphics at up to 300 mm/second and uses direct thermal printing at 180 dpi x 180 dpi.
Which interface connections does the Epson TM-T88V support?
The TM-T88V includes a standard built-in USB interface plus one additional configurable interface slot that can be populated with serial RS-232C, parallel, Ethernet, wireless LAN, powered USB, or Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR, giving it broad connectivity options for POS environments.
What paper roll sizes is the Epson TM-T88V compatible with?
It accepts both 80 mm rolls (79.5 ± 0.5 mm wide, up to 83 mm diameter) and 58 mm rolls (57.5 ± 0.5 mm wide, up to 83 mm diameter) using a drop-in paper loading system.
How reliable is the Epson TM-T88V for high-volume receipt printing?
The TM-T88V is rated at an MCBF of 70 million lines, an MTBF of 360,000 hours, and an autocutter life of 2 million cuts, making it well-suited for continuous, high-volume operation.
What warranty does the Epson TM-T88V carry, and what is typically included in the box?
The TM-T88V comes with a four-year limited warranty. Box contents listed in source documentation include the printer, a thermal roll paper starter roll, a cable connector cover, a power switch cover, a setup guide, and a CD with user manual, technical manual, drivers, and utilities; ENERGY STAR SKUs also include an AC adapter with AC cord.
Is the Epson TM-T88V suitable for retail and food service environments?
Yes, the TM-T88V is specifically designed for retail and food service use, offering high-speed receipt and graphics printing, ENERGY STAR qualification for low energy consumption, paper-saving functions that can reduce paper usage by up to 30%, and industry-first 16-level grayscale graphics printing.