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Epson DLQ-3500 Dot Matrix Printer - 128KB, 742cps, 136Col, Parallel & USB Connectivity
Epson (8715946333557 / C11C396086) - AC input frequency: 50 - 60 Hz - AC input voltage: 220 - 240 V - Buffer size: 128 KB - MTBF: 10,000 hour(s) - Printer type: Workgroup printer - dot-matrix - 24 pin - colour | Sheet paper
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Epson DLQ-3500 Dot Matrix Printer
Overview
The Epson DLQ‑3500 is a robust dot‑matrix printer designed for high‑volume, industrial printing tasks. With its 24‑pin print head and impressive maximum print speed of 550 characters per second (cps), it delivers reliable output across a wide range of media types.
Key Technical Specifications
- Print Head: 24‑pin, capable of producing up to 400 million characters before replacement.
- Buffer Size: 128 KB, ensuring smooth handling of large print jobs without interruption.
- Maximum Resolution: 360 × 180 DPI, providing crisp text and detailed graphics on thick media.
- Print Speed: Up to 550 cps, with a typical operating speed of 742 cps for standard documents.
- Media Size: Supports up to A3 (297 × 420 mm), making it suitable for large envelopes, labels, and forms.
- Connectivity: Parallel and USB 1.1 interfaces; optional Ethernet support available for networked environments.
- Power Requirements: AC input 220–240 V, 50–60 Hz; standby power consumption of 8 W.
- Operating System Compatibility: Fully supported on Windows platforms.
- Durability: MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) of 10,000 hours and a weight of 18.1 kg for stable operation in busy workstations.
Media Handling Capabilities
The DLQ‑3500 is engineered to handle a variety of media types without compromising print quality:
- Card stock, envelopes, labels, plain paper, and roll media up to A3 size.
- Robust paper tray design accommodates heavy-duty materials while maintaining consistent feed accuracy.
Reliability & Maintenance
Designed for continuous operation in demanding environments, the printer features:
- High print head life of 400 million characters, reducing downtime and maintenance costs.
- A buffer size of 128 KB that minimizes data loss during high‑speed printing sessions.
- Standardized parallel and USB interfaces for straightforward integration into existing infrastructure.
Physical Dimensions & Packaging
The printer’s compact footprint ensures it fits comfortably in most workstations:
- Depth: 43.2 cm; Height: 27.6 cm; Width: 66 cm.
- Package dimensions: 770 mm (depth) × 390 mm (height) × 490 mm (width).
- Pallet specifications: 100 cm height × 120 cm width, facilitating efficient shipping and storage.
Software & Driver Support
The DLQ‑3500 ships with Epson Status Monitor, a utility that provides real‑time diagnostics, print queue management, and maintenance alerts. This software ensures operators can quickly identify and resolve issues, maintaining optimal throughput.
Applications
This printer excels in environments where durability, speed, and versatility are paramount:
- Industrial manufacturing for serial numbers, barcodes, and product labels.
- Financial institutions that need reliable statement and check printing on thick paper.
- Healthcare facilities for patient records and prescription labeling on durable media.
Conclusion
The Epson DLQ‑3500 Dot Matrix Printer stands out as a dependable, high‑performance solution for businesses that demand consistent output across diverse media types. Its combination of speed, durability, and versatile connectivity makes it an ideal choice for any operation where reliability is non‑negotiable.
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| Brand |  Epson is a Japanese electronics company that produces printers, scanners, projectors, and other imaging products. The company has a wide range of products for both personal and business use, and its printers are known for their quality and reliability. |
| MPN | Epson C11C396086 |
| Model | Epson C11C396086 |
| ID | 4493337 |
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AC input frequency The frequency of the alternating current supplied to a power supply or charger, expressed in hertz (Hz). It indicates the acceptable operating range for the electrical mains that powers the device, ensuring proper functionality and safety.
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50 - 60 Hz |
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AC input voltage The range of alternating current voltage that the product accepts from its power source, expressed in volts (V). It indicates the minimum and maximum supply voltages compatible with the device across different regions.
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220 - 240 V |
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Buffer size The amount of data that a device can temporarily store in its internal memory before processing or transferring it. The value is expressed with a digital capacity unit (e.g., kilobytes, megabytes). This attribute helps understand the performance and efficiency of hardware when handling information streams.
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128 KB |
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Bundled software A list of software applications, operating systems, drivers, or utilities that are pre-installed or bundled with the product. The values may include antivirus suites, productivity tools, device management utilities, and other essential software components.
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Epson Status Monitor |
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Colour The colour or combination of colours that a product is available in, expressed as common names such as "Black", "Silver" or comma‑separated lists like "Black, White". It indicates the visual appearance of the item for consumers.
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No |
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Connectivity technology The network and data interface technologies supported by the product, such as Wired, Wireless, USB, Bluetooth, or combinations thereof. Each value represents a distinct technology that can be used for communication or power delivery.
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Wired |
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Country of origin The country where the product was manufactured or its primary geographic source. This attribute indicates the nation responsible for the production or assembly of the item.
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Indonesia |
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Depth The linear measurement of an object from front to back or top to bottom, expressed in a physical unit such as millimeters, centimeters, inches, etc. It indicates how deep the item is and can be used for fitting, compatibility, or spatial planning.
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43.2 cm |
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Height The vertical dimension of a product measured from its lowest to highest point. It is expressed in a physical unit such as millimetres, centimetres or inches and applies to any item where height is relevant, including books, electronics, furniture and other objects.
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27.6 cm |
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Interface The physical or logical interface used by a device to connect with other components, such as USB, PCI Express, SATA, Ethernet, Thunderbolt, DisplayPort, or similar standards. It indicates the technology that enables data transfer and power delivery between the product and its peripherals.
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Parallel, USB |
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Max media size The largest paper or media dimensions that a device can handle, expressed either as standard format names (e.g., "A4", "Legal") or as physical measurements in millimeters or inches. This attribute indicates the maximum sheet size supported by printers, scanners, copiers, and similar equipment.
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A3 (297 x 420 mm) |
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Maximum print speed The highest number of characters a printer can output per second, expressed in characters per second (cps). This metric indicates the maximum throughput of the printing device and allows users to compare how quickly different printers can produce text or simple graphics.
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550 cps |
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Maximum resolution The maximum pixel dimensions of a display or image, expressed as width by height (e.g., 1920x1080). It indicates the highest resolution that a device can output or support and is commonly used for monitors, TVs, smartphones, cameras, and digital images.
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360 x 180 DPI |
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Media size class The standard paper or media format that a device can handle, such as "A4", "Legal", "Letter" or other ISO‑standard sizes. It indicates the size of sheets that can be fed into printers, scanners or other media‑handling equipment and helps users select compatible products.
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A3 |
| MTBF | 10,000 hour(s) |
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Optional connectivity A comma‑separated list of the network or data interface technologies that a product supports, such as Ethernet, Wireless LAN (Wi‑Fi), Serial (RS‑232/RS‑422), Parallel, Bluetooth, USB 2.0, NFC, Fiber, etc. The value may contain one or more interface names separated by commas.
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Ethernet |
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Package depth The linear measurement from front to back or top to bottom of a product’s packaging, expressed in a physical unit such as millimeters, centimeters, inches, etc. It indicates how deep the packaged item is and can be used for fitting, compatibility, or spatial planning.
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770 mm |
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Package Height The vertical dimension of a product’s packaging measured from its lowest to highest point. It is expressed in a physical unit such as millimetres, centimetres or inches and helps customers assess how tall the package will be when stored or shipped.
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390 mm |
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Package width The horizontal measurement of a product’s packaging, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the package is from one side to the other and helps customers assess fit for storage, shipping, or display.
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490 mm |
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Pallet height The vertical dimension of a pallet measured from its lowest to highest point, expressed in a physical unit such as millimetres, centimetres or inches. It indicates the height of the pallet itself and is useful for determining storage capacity, shipping logistics and compatibility with shelving or handling equipment.
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100 cm |
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Pallet width The horizontal measurement of a pallet, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the pallet is from one side to the other and helps customers assess fit for storage, shipping, or display.
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120 cm |
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Paper tray media types A list of the paper or media types that a printer’s input trays can accept, such as envelopes, labels, plain paper, recycled paper, and transparencies. The values are free‑text strings separated by commas, allowing users to see which materials are compatible with the device.
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Card stock,Envelopes,Labels,Plain paper,Roll |
| Power consumption (StandBy) | 8 W |
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Print head The count of electrical contacts or pins in the printer’s print head assembly, indicating how many separate signal lines are used to drive the printing mechanism. This number is relevant for dot‑matrix, impact, and some inkjet printers where the pin count determines print resolution, speed, and compatibility with specific ribbon or cartridge types.
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24-pin |
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Print head life The total number of characters a printer’s print head can produce before it needs replacement or maintenance, expressed as a numeric value that may include qualifiers such as "million". This metric indicates the expected longevity and durability of the print head for continuous printing operations.
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400 million characters |
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Quantity per pack The total count of individual units contained within a single package or bundle. This value helps customers understand how many pieces they receive when purchasing the product, and it is useful for inventory, shipping, and comparison purposes.
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1 pc(s) |
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Quantity per pallet Represents the number of individual items or units that can be placed on a single pallet. This value indicates how many pieces, packages, or components are stored or shipped together on one pallet, helping users assess storage capacity and logistics planning.
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10 pc(s) |
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Sound Emission Operating The sound intensity produced by a printer while it is in operation, expressed in decibels (dB). This value indicates how loud the device is during normal use and helps users assess suitability for quiet environments such as offices or home theaters.
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59 dBA |
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Standard interfaces A list of the physical or logical interfaces that a device can use to connect with other devices, such as USB, Ethernet, Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, RS‑232, RJ‑45, Parallel, and similar standards.
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Parallel,USB 1.1 |
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Weight The mass of the product expressed in a standard unit such as grams or kilograms. It represents how heavy the item is and can be used for shipping calculations, handling instructions, or consumer information.
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18.1 kg |
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Width The horizontal measurement of a product, expressed in a linear unit such as millimetres or inches. It indicates how wide the item is from one side to the other and is used for sizing, fitting, and compatibility purposes.
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66 cm |
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Windows operating systems supported A list of Microsoft Windows operating system versions that the product is compatible with, including any relevant architecture or edition information.
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Yes |
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