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Epson TM-T88V, USB, RS232, dark grey

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C31CA85082

An integrated automatic cutter sets the Epson C31CA85082 apart within the TM-T88V family, pairing with direct thermal printing at up to 11.81 in/s and 180 x 180 dpi across a 2.83-inch print width. Media rolls up to 3.27 inches in diameter and 3.15 inches wide are supported, with a minimum core size of 0.71 inch and media thickness down to 2.76 mil, while out-of-paper, paper-low and cover-open sensors keep operation reliable at a POS counter. USB and RS-232 serial connectivity cover host integration, backed by 4 KB of standard memory and 256 KB of flash. Barcode support spans 15 symbologies including UPC-A, Code 128, GS1 DataBar, PDF-417 and QR Code. Rated for operation between 41°F (5°C) and 113°F (45°C) with an MTBF of 41.1 years and a print head life of 150 km, the 3.53 lb dark gray desktop unit ships with a power supply and UK power cable and 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%.
Technical Specifications
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Documents
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Product document mod-tm-t88v-epson-thermal-printers-datasheet.pdf C31CA85082  (PDF) Product document mod-tm-t88v-epson-thermal-printers-user-manual.pdf C31CA85082  (PDF) Product document Epson_TM-T88V.pdf C31CA85082  (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.