Epson LQ-690 Dot Matrix Printer is a high-performance impact printer engineered for demanding business environments that require continuous-fed, multi-part, and reliable paper-based output. Featuring a 24-pin print head and a 106-column width, the Epson LQ-690 handles everything from invoices and reports to multi-layer forms with precision and speed.
Print speed is a major strength: in High-Speed Draft mode at 12 characters per inch (cpi), the Epson LQ-690 delivers up to 529 characters per second (cps); even at 10 cpi the speed hits around 440 cps. The printer supports a full 128 KB buffer and incorporates Epson’s “Print Speed Enhancer” to accelerate bit-image printing under Windows® — making it both fast and efficient for high-volume runs.
Durability and low running cost are built-in: the Epson LQ-690 Dot Matrix Printer boasts a print head life of approximately 400 million strokes per wire and a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) rated at 20,000 hours. Its ribbon yield is also impressive — up to 10 million characters per ribbon — ensuring long replacement cycles and lower total cost of ownership.
Media handling is versatile: the Epson LQ-690 accommodates single sheets, continuous paper, envelopes, labels, roll paper, and even multi-part forms (up to six copies plus one original).
With compact dimensions (approx. 480 × 370 × 210 mm) and a lean weight of 6.8 kg, the Epson LQ-690 fits neatly in office or back-office setups, making it a dependable workhorse for billing, logistics, and form-generation environments.