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LQ-690IIN
Printers - Dot matrix
Epson
LQ-690IIN information and overview
Epson LQ-690IIN 106 Column 24 pin Dot Matrix Printer, USB, Bidirectional parallel, Ethernet, 6 Plus one Original Carbon copies, 360 x 180 dpi printing Resolution, Single sheet front Document feed, Continuous Media rear, Paper Output front, 400 million strokes/Wire Print Head Life
Specifications & more information about LQ-690IIN, Printers - Dot matrix manufactured by Epson
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Overview Summary
The Epson LQ-690IIN is a dependable 24-pin dot matrix printer designed for demanding business environments that require consistent, high-volume printing. With fast print speeds of up to 487 characters per second and support for up to seven-part forms, it is ideal for invoices, delivery notes, and continuous stationery. Its robust print head and long lifespan ensure reliable operation with minimal downtime, making it a cost-effective solution for South African businesses.
Flexible connectivity options including USB, Ethernet, and parallel interfaces make integration into existing systems straightforward. Its versatile paper handling supports single sheets, continuous paper, labels, and envelopes, ensuring it meets a wide range of operational needs. Buy now to streamline your document workflows or shop now to upgrade your office printing efficiency with a trusted Epson solution.
Performance tier: Mid-to-High Business
Uses: invoice printing, delivery notes, multi-part forms, continuous paper printing, warehouse documentation, accounting records
Overview
The Epson LQ-690IIN is a robust 24-pin dot matrix printer engineered for high-demand business environments where reliability and multi-part form printing are critical. Designed to handle continuous workloads, it delivers fast output speeds of up to 487 characters per second while maintaining consistent print clarity across up to seven-part forms. Its 106-column width supports a wide range of document types, making it suitable for logistics, finance, and back-office operations.
Description
The Epson LQ-690IIN combines durability, speed, and flexible media handling in a compact, modern design. Built for organisations that rely on multipart documents, it ensures precise, legible output across invoices, delivery notes, and reports. With multiple connectivity options including USB, parallel, and Ethernet, it integrates easily into both legacy and modern systems. Its long-life print head and efficient ribbon system reduce downtime and operating costs, making it a dependable solution for continuous, high-volume printing tasks.
Features
High-Speed Output and Consistent Results This printer is optimised for productivity, offering multiple print modes to balance speed and quality. Draft and high-speed draft modes enable rapid document processing, while letter-quality mode ensures sharper text when needed. The 24-pin print head enhances character definition, particularly important for detailed forms and barcodes.
Flexible Media Handling for Business Needs The LQ-690IIN supports a wide variety of paper types and formats, allowing seamless switching between tasks without manual reconfiguration. Its dual-feed system ensures efficient handling of both single sheets and continuous paper.
Key media capabilities include:
Single sheet input via front feed for easy access
Continuous paper handling from the rear for bulk printing
Front paper output for convenient document collection
Support for labels, envelopes, roll paper, and multi-part forms
Connectivity for Modern Workflows Integration into existing infrastructure is straightforward with multiple interface options, ensuring compatibility across different systems and networks.
Supported interfaces:
USB 2.0
Bidirectional parallel
Ethernet (10Base-T / 100Base-TX)
Durability and Long-Term Performance Built for longevity, the printer features a highly durable print head rated for 400 million strokes per wire and a mean time between failures of 20,000 hours. This ensures consistent operation in demanding environments with minimal interruptions.
Technical Details and Key Capabilities
Part Number / SKU: LQ-690IIN
Print method: 24-pin impact dot matrix
Print width: 106 columns
Maximum resolution: 360 x 180 dpi
Print speeds: up to 487 cps (10 cpi high-speed draft)
Multi-part printing: 1 original plus 6 copies
Memory: 128 KB
Ribbon yield: up to 10 million characters
Supported barcode formats include Codabar, Code 128, Code 39, EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, and more, enabling efficient document tracking and inventory management.
System Compatibility and Operating Conditions The printer is compatible with a wide range of Windows operating systems, ensuring deployment flexibility across legacy and modern environments. It operates reliably within standard office conditions, supporting temperatures from 5 to 35 degrees Celsius and humidity levels between 10 and 80 percent.
Compact Design with Practical Efficiency Despite its industrial-grade capabilities, the unit maintains a manageable footprint and modern appearance suitable for office use. Its efficient power consumption and low standby usage contribute to cost-effective operation over time.
What's Included in the Box
Main unit
Power cable
Ribbon cartridge
Setup guide
Driver and utilities CD
Software CD
User manual CD
The Epson LQ-690IIN (Part Number: LQ-690IIN) remains a reliable choice for organisations that require consistent, high-volume printing of multi-part documents without compromising on speed or durability.
Single sheet front, Continuous media rear, Paper output front
Paper Formats
Sheet Paper (single- and multi-layer), Continuous Paper (single- and multi-layer), Labels (single- and multi-layer), Roll Paper, Envelopes, Cardboard
Paper Thickness Continuous Paper
0,065 mm - 0,49 mm
Paper Thickness Label Base Sheet
0,16 mm - 0,19 mm
Paper Thickness Label Total Sheet
0,16 mm - 0,19 mm
Paper Thickness Multi Part
0,12 mm - 0,49 mm
Paper Thickness Single Sheet
0,065 mm - 0,15 mm
General
Power consumption
38 Watt, 3 Watt (standby)
Product dimensions
480 x 301 x 211 mm (Width x Depth x Height)
Product weight
6,8 kg
Supported Temperature
Operation 5degrees C - 35degrees C
Supported Humidity
Operation 10% - 80%
Compatible Operating Systems
Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows 2000, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 98, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows XP SP3 or later (32-bit), Windows Server 2003 SP2 or later
Included Software
Epson Status Monitor
Mean Time Between Failures
20.000 hours
Print Head Life
400 Million Strokes/Wire
Noise
Operation:59 dB (A)- Standby:54 dB (A)
Fonts
Bitmap font EPSON Courier (10 CPI, 12 CPI, 15 CPI), Bitmap font EPSON Draft (10 CPI, 12 CPI, 15 CPI), Bitmap font EPSON OCR-B (10 CPI), Bitmap font EPSON Orator (10 CPI), Bitmap font EPSON Orator-S (10 CPI), Bitmap font EPSON Prestige (10 CPI, 12 CPI), Bitmap font EPSON Roman (10 CPI, 12 CPI, 15 CPI, Proportional), Bitmap font EPSON Sans Serif (10 CPI, 12 CPI, 15 CPI, Proportional), Bitmap font EPSON Script (10 CPI), Bitmap font EPSON Script C (Proportional), Scalable font EPSON Roman, Scalable font EPSON Roman T, Scalable font EPSON Sans Serif, Scalable font EPSON Sans Serif H
Memory
128 kB Included
Ribbon Yield
10000000 characters Black Draft
What's in the box
Driver and utilities, Main unit, Power cable, Ribbon, Setup guide, Software (CD), User manual (CD), Warranty document
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LQ-690IINEpson LQ-690IIN 106 Column 24 pin Dot Matrix Printer, USB, Parallel, LAN is available for R14365. The product is sold by ComX Computers as new. Prices are valid today 2026-10-08 (before , by quote, while stocks last). The product is expected to be in stock, although this is not guaranteed.
Available from this online computer store delivering door-to-door in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Pretoria, Pietermaritzburg, Polokwane, Durban and all over South Africa.
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