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A full-featured, high-value performer, the Epson FX-890 offers the durability and ease of use required for critical daily print requirements. This 9-pin, narrow-carriage workhorse boasts an MTBF rating of 20,000 power-on hours (POH) and speeds of up to 680 cps.

Engineered for seamless integration into virtually any system, it provides standard Parallel, USB, and additional connectivity options. And, it includes Epson Remote Configuration Manager™ software for easy printer setup and simple setting selections via most Windows®
operating systems. Ideal for rugged environments, this robust printer is the perfect drop-in replacement for the Epson FX-880/880+/980 or Okidata® Microline® 320/320 Turbo.

An extremely reliable, high-speed performer, the Epson FX-890 races through forms up to 7 parts thick through four convenient paper paths. Its easy-to-install 7.5 million character ribbon cartridge boosts productivity and ensures a low cost per page, while its 400 million character print head life offers added dependability.

Complete with a newly designed control panel featuring a lock-out mode and other intuitive functions, this versatile product is the ideal solution for demanding print environments. And, as part of a comprehensive three year warranty, it’s backed by superior technical support from the world leader in impact printing.

More about Epson FX-890
Family Comparision Competitive Comparison

Family Comparision

Feature ESPON
FX-880+
EPSON
FX-980
EPSON
FX-890
Maximum Speed 564 cps 569 cps 680 cps
Standard Interfaces USB, Parallel Parallel, Serial USB, Parallel
Copy Capacity/Forms Handling 6-part 7-part 7-part
Printer Languages EPSON ESC/P, IBM PPDS,
Okidata Microline*
EPSON ESC/P, IBM PPDS EPSON ESC/P, IBM PPDS,
Okidata Microline*
Ribbon Life 5 million characters 7.5 million characters 7.5 million characters
Tractor Sets 1** 2 1**
Safety Cover No Yes Yes
Flash ROM No No No
MTBF Rating 12,500 POH 10,000 POH 20,000 POH
Sound Level 53 dB(A) 55 dB(A) 55 dB(A)
Print Head Life 200 million characters 300 million characters 400 million characters
Warranty 2 Year 2 Year 3 Year

* Microline emulation available in Okidata mode only
** Second tractor set available as an option



Competitive Comparison

Feature Okidata Microline - 420 Lexmark 2480 EPSON FX-890
Maximum Speed 570 cps 510 cps 680 cps
Standard Interfaces USB, Parallel USB, Parallel USB, Parallel
Copy Capacity/Forms Handling 6-part 6-part 7-part
Ribbon Life 4 million characters 4 million characters 7.5 million characters
MTBF Rating 20,000 POH 12,500 POH 20,000 POH
Print Head Life 200 million characters 200 million characters 400 million characters
Warranty 3 Year 2 Year 3 Year

 

 


Customer Success StoriesKey Features
Ultra fast 9-pin printing
Speeds through multipart forms, reports, labels, and more at up to 680 cps

Extreme reliability in demanding print environments
Offers an MTBF rating of 20,000 POH and a 400 million character print head life

User-friendly setup and operation
Facilitates easy printer configuration using a
newly designed control panel or Windowsbased Epson Remote Configuration Manager

Easy system integration
Provides resident Epson, IBM® and Microline printer languages for increased compatibility

Includes standard Parallel and USB connections, plus an additional slot for optional interface cards

Easy-to-install 7.5 million character ribbon cartridge
Ensures a lower cost per page, and reduces the need for frequent user intervention

Advanced paper handling capabilities
Provides four convenient paper paths to accommodate cut sheet paper and continuous forms up to 7 parts thick

Standard three-year warranty
Includes access to Epson’s superior technical support

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