Back catalogue – DFX-8500
Rock-Solid Reliability...
The Epson DFX-8500 brings a new level of reliability to high-speed dot matrix printing. Offering the rock-solid reliability you need for high-volume printing, and speed that rivals that of a low-end line printer, the DFX-8500 is surprisingly affordable and compact. To top it off, it offers class-leading networking flexibility and paper handling versatility.
High Speed Reliability
The DFX-8500 is ultra-fast, and can deliver draft mode output at a speed of 1120 cps - a level that compares favourably with dedicated line printers that cost several times as much. Yet it offers this speed without any sacrifice in dependability, and is durable enough to withstand heavy use in demanding environments.
Unrivalled Networking Flexibility
Flexibility is another big advantage of the DFX-8500. Fully networkable in multi-platform environments, it supports Windows™ 3.1, Windows™ 95, Windows™ NT, Netware® and Unix® operating systems.
Optional ethernet connectivity extends your networking capabilities even further, making the DFX-8500 an ideal choice when multiple users need to access its high-speed printing power.
Ultra-Versatile Paper Handling
You know it's an Epson with this kind of ultra-versatile paper handling. Featuring both rear and front paper paths, the DFX-8500 can handle everything from single sheet paper to seven-part forms. A built-in memory module allows Windows™ 95* users to store settings for as many as eight different forms and two special paper types. You can select the one you want right from your PC via the user-friendly Status Monitor. To expand functionality further, you can also choose from a full range of optional extras - including a pull tractor, a paper cutter and a foolproof new perforation cutter. However you cut it, the DFX-8500 is one of the most versatile printers in its class.
| PRODUCT NAME | |||
| PRODUCT CODE | |||
| PRINTING METHOD | Impact Dot Matrix | ||
| NUMBER OF PINS IN HEAD | 9 pins | ||
| PRINT DIRECTION | Bi-directional with logic seeking | ||
| PRINT SPEED | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| High speed draft 10 cpi | 1120 cps | ||
| Draft 12 cpi | 1008 cps | ||
| Draft 10 cpi | 840 cps | ||
| NLQ 12 cpi | 252 cps | ||
| NLQ 10 cpi | 210 cps | ||
| PRINT CHARACTERISTICS | |||
| Character sets |
11 character code tables(standard) 13 international character sets |
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| Fonts |
Epson NLQ Roman 10, 12 Proportional Epson NLQ Sans Serif 10, 12 Proportional Epson Draft 10, 12, Proportional |
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| PRINTABLE COLUMNS | |||
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136 @ 10cpi 233 @ 17.1cpi condensed 163 @ 12cpi 272 @ 20cpi condensed |
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| PAPER HANDLING | |||
| Paper Path | Dual paper path, front/rear entry | ||
| Continuous paper size | Width: 101-406 mm (4 to 16") Length: 101-431mm (4 to 17") | ||
| Paper feed method |
Tractor feed (Push: standard Pull: optional) |
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| Copies |
Front: Original +6 copies maximum Rear: Original + 5 copies maximum |
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| Paper Thickness |
Front: 0.53mm maximum Rear: 0.46mm maximum |
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| Line Spacing | 1/6", 1/8", or programmable by 1/216" | ||
| INPUT DATA BUFFER | OK Byte or 128K Byte | ||
| INTERFACE (Standard) |
Centronics®-type 8-bit parallel RS-232C serial |
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| RIBBON CARTRIDGE | |||
| Type | Cartridge type #8766 | ||
| Colour | Black | ||
| Ribbon life | 15 million characters (14 dots/character) | ||
| RELIABILITY | |||
| MCBF | 26 million lines (excluding print head) | ||
| MTBF | 10,000 POH (25% Duty) | ||
| Print Head Life | 400 million characters (14 dots per character) | ||
| MODE SELECT SWITCH | |||
| Control Panel |
Copy mode select Paper select Tear off mode Top of form mode |
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| ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS (OPERATING) | |||
| Temperature (operating) | 5° to 35° C | ||
| Humidity (operating) | 10 to 80% RH (non-condensation) | ||
| ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS | |||
| Voltage | 220 ~ 240V AC | ||
| Frequency | 49.5 to 60.5 Hz | ||
| Power consumption | 160 W (draft self test) | ||
| DIMENSIONS | |||
| Width | 700 mm | ||
| Depth | 382 mm | ||
| Height | 369 mm | ||
| Weight | approx. 29 kg | ||
| WARRANTY | |||
| Standard Warranty | 12 months return to base | ||
| Optional | Additional 2 years return to base warranty - 3YWDFX8500 | ||
| * For more information visit www.epson.com.au/warranty/ | |||
Product Options
| Product Code | Description |
|---|---|
| Products | |
| C204091 | DFX-8500 |
| Media Handling Options | |
| 8309G-E | Pull tractor |
| C815002 | Paper cutter |
| C815072 | Perforation Cutter |
| Interfaces | |
| C823081 | Type "B" 32 Kbyte intelligent serial interface |
| C823102 | Type "B" 32 Kbyte buffered parallel interface |
| C823453 | Type "B" Bi-directional parallel interface |
| Cables | |
| EPCP | Parallel printer cable |
| Options | |
| C12C824352 | 10/100 BaseTX Internal Print Server |
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