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Dark gray desktop receipt printer, compact boxy shape, parallel port visible

Epson America Open box

Epson America C31C178262 TM-U295 receipt printer

SKU CH-3KA7-8ZTBY MPN C31C178262

Desktop impact dot-matrix receipt printer with parallel interface, 2.1 LPS speed and 7,000,000-line reliability

  • Interface typeParallel
  • Power drawApprox. 600 mA (at 24 VDC)
  • Printing method7 pin, shuttle impact dot matrix
  • Printer categoryDesktop
  • Printing speed2.1 LPS
  • Built-in fonts5 × 7/7 × 7
  • Reliable impact printing with a 7,000,000-line MCBF rating
  • Fast 2.1 LPS throughput keeps queues moving
  • Parallel interface integrates with legacy POS systems
  • Compact 4.00" x 7.10" x 7.50" footprint saves counter space
  • Handles slip paper from 3.15" to 7.17" wide for versatile receipts

Impact receipt printer for retail counters

The Epson TM-U295 uses a 7 pin shuttle impact dot matrix to print multi-part slips at 2.1 LPS. It accepts paper widths from 80.00 to 182.00 mm and lengths up to 257.00 mm with a thickness range of 0.09 to 0.35 mm. A parallel interface connects the unit to legacy POS systems.

Media capacity and headroom

The printer handles single sheets or multi-part forms within the stated width and length limits. It runs out of headroom when documents exceed 182.00 mm wide or 257.00 mm long, or when paper thickness falls outside the 0.09 to 0.35 mm range. The mechanism is rated for 7000000 lines MCBF.

Thermals noise and power draw

The unit operates on 24 VDC +/- 10% and draws approximately 600 mA during printing. Impact operation produces audible dot matrix noise typical of shuttle mechanisms. No active cooling fan is present so thermal output remains low in normal desktop use.

How it compares

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Price $276.99
Pricier than about 58% of the 201 comparable items (median $254.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameEPSON
Product lineTM-U295
Model nameC31C178262
Product colorDark Gray
Printer categoryDesktop
Performance
Printing speed2.1 LPS
Ports & slots
Interface typeParallel
Power
Power drawApprox. 600 mA (at 24 VDC)
Power supply24 VDC +/- 10%
Size & build
Product dimensions4 in × 7.1 in × 7.5 in
Product weight3.5 lb (1.59 kg)
Shipping weight2.72 kg
Package size279 × 241 × 191 mm
Compatibility
Accepted media sizesPaper dimensions Slip: 80 to 182 × 69 to 257 mm (W × L) (3.15 in to 7.17 in × 272 in to 10.12 in)
Paper thickness: 0.09 to 0.35 mm (0.0035 in to 0.0137 in)
More details
Printing method7 pin, shuttle impact dot matrix
Reliability MCBF7,000,000 lines

Questions about this item

Will the parallel port on the TM-U295 connect to my legacy POS terminal without an adapter?

The TM-U295 uses a parallel interface, so it plugs directly into a legacy POS terminal that has a matching parallel port.

How can I verify the 7-pin shuttle impact mechanism is printing at the rated 2.1 LPS after installation?

Run a self-test or print a test receipt; the output should advance at about 2.1 lines per second with clear 5 x 7 or 7 x 7 dot-matrix characters.

Does the open-box TM-U295 include the 24 VDC power supply or must I order it separately?

The power supply is sold separately; the box contains the printer mechanism, ribbon cartridge, and documentation, but no 24 VDC adapter.

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