ANTECH AN 270 Dot Matrix Printer for ECPH270042S and 2700 Series
The ANTECH AN 270 Printer is a robust and efficient dot matrix printer, specifically designed to complement laboratory instruments such as the ECPH270042S pH meter and other devices within the 2700 series [1, 48a]. This reliable printer is ideal for businesses and laboratories requiring high-speed, durable, and cost-effective printing of receipts, invoices, bills, and multi-copy documents.
Key Features
• High-Speed Printing: Capable of printing at impressive speeds up to 270 characters per second (CPS) in draft mode, ensuring fast and efficient workflows for your critical documents.
• Durable 9-Wire Print Head: Features an in-house crafted 9-wire print head, ensuring superior print and multi-copy capability with enhanced longevity and consistent quality.
• Cost-Effective Operation: Utilises a patented Ink bank ribbon that delivers an impressive life of 40 million characters, significantly lowering the total cost of ownership.
• Maintenance-Free Design: Equipped with self-lubricating silicon bushes, which ensure smooth and maintenance-free carriage movement, reducing the need for frequent servicing.
• Built-in Self-Diagnostic Tool (iSense): Features iSense, a self-diagnostic tool that identifies errors and displays them on the front panel, leading to faster problem resolution and minimal downtime.
• Versatile Connectivity: Offers flexible interface options including Bi-directional Parallel (IEEE-1284 nibble mode supported), USB 2.0 Full-Speed, and optional Serial connectivity, allowing for seamless integration with various systems.
• Wide Operating Voltage: Designed to operate efficiently across a wide voltage range of 90V to 270V AC.
• Made in India: Proudly designed and manufactured in India, adhering to high standards for reliability and durability.
• Pan-India Service Support: Backed by best-in-class service support available nationwide.
• Compact and Lightweight Design: Its dimensions and weight make it suitable for various desk setups.
Technical Specifications
Feature
Details
Print Method
Serial Impact Dot Matrix
Number of Pins in Head
9 pins
Print Direction
Bi-directional
Control Code
ESC / P, IBM Proprinter
Print Width
80 Column
Print Head Life
200+ Million Characters
Print Speed (High Speed Draft)
10 cpi: 350 cps; 12 cpi: 360 cps; 15 cpi: 400 cps
Print Speed (Draft)
10 cpi: 270 cps; 12 cpi: 320 cps; 15 cpi: 375 cps
Print Speed (NLQ)
10 cpi: 65 cps; 12 cpi: 75 cps; 15 cpi: 75 cps
Character Sets
Draft, Roman, Sans Serif, Script (Near Letter Quality)
Resident Barcode Fonts
Code 3 of 9
Printable Columns (Pitch)
10/12/15/17/20 cpi
Paper Handling
Paper Path: Top, rear and bottom (Tractor / Manual); Continuous Tractor: Convertible push and pull; Cut Sheet: 3.5-10″ wide; Paper Thickness: 0.3 mm; Continuous Paper: 3.5-10″ wide
Paper Feeding
Standard: Friction, Push Tractor
Copies
1+3 with carbon
Line Spacing
4.23mm (1/6″) or programmable in increments of 0.118mm (1/216″)
Input Data Buffer
100 KB
Interface
Bi-directional Parallel (IEEE-1284 nibble mode supported), USB 2.0 Full-Speed, Serial (Optional)
Ribbon Cartridge
Patented TVS-E ribbon cassette with user replaceable Ink bank
Reliability
Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF): 15000 Power On Hours (POH); Acoustics: 55 dB (A) in ISO 7779 Sonic Pattern
Operating System: Windows 9X, NT 4.0, ME, 2000, 2003, XP, VISTA, Windows 7, Linux; Electronic Guide: HTML Based
Dimensions (W x D x H)
433 x 379 x 147 mm
Weight
5.7 kg (approx. 3-6.57 kg depending on variant/listing)
Warranty
1 year Manufacturer Warranty
Note: The weight specified in various sources for similar models ranges from 3 kg to 6.57 kg. The 5.7 kg is a prominent figure from detailed specifications for the Classic Plus model.
Ideal For
The ANTECH AN 270 Printer is an excellent choice for:
• Laboratories requiring reliable printouts from pH meters like the ECPH270042S and other 2700 series instruments.
• Retail outlets and billing counters for quick and clear receipt and invoice printing.
• Offices and businesses needing efficient multi-copy document printing.
• Environments that demand robust, high-performance, and low-maintenance printing solutions.
Why Choose ANTECH AN 270?
Elevate your printing experience with the ANTECH AN 270 Dot Matrix Printer. Its blend of high-speed performance, durable construction with a 9-wire print head, and cost-effective operation makes it a smart investment. Designed and manufactured for reliability and backed by comprehensive service support, this printer delivers consistent, professional results, ensuring your business or laboratory operations run smoothly and efficiently.
