Epson TM-U295 (272): serieel, zonder voeding, ECW

The Epson TM-U295 is the world's smallest slip printer designed for point-of-sale terminals and environments where counter space is limited. This compact serial printer delivers reliable impact printing with a maximum speed of 88 characters per second, supports up to two copies, and uses a long-life ribbon rated for approximately 1.5 million characters. Built with Epson quality and durability, the unit measures 180 x 191 x 102 mm, weighs 1.6 kg, and has a high MTBF suitable for continuous retail and hospitality use.

Advantages

The TM-U295 offers an ultra-small footprint to save counter space while maintaining operator-friendly controls such as a simple touch panel and automatic paper eject. It supports four print sizes and four print directions plus a “page mode” that enables printing at virtually any position on the slip. The printer conforms to Epson's ESC/POS command set and provides industry-standard reliability and electromagnetic and safety certifications.

Suitable for

• Retail point-of-sale systems
• Restaurants and hospitality ticketing
• Anywhere slip or multi-copy document printing is required
• Environments needing a compact, durable serial POS printer

Key specifications

• Interface: Serial (model without power supply)
• Max print speed: 88 cps (characters per second)
• Character density: 16.2 cpi
• Copies: Up to 2
• Ribbon life: Approximately 1.5 million characters
• Dimensions: 180 x 191 x 102 mm
• Weight: 1.6 kg
• MTBF: 180,000 hours
• Standards/Certifications: VCCI class A, FCC class A, CE, UL, CSA C22.2 No. 950
• MPN: C31C163272

How to use

Install the Epson TM-U295 on a flat counter surface and connect it to the POS terminal via the serial interface. Load the ribbon and slip media according to the printed guides inside the printer, then use the touch panel to select basic settings. Use the ESC/POS command set from your POS software to control print size, direction, and page mode for positioning. The automatic paper eject simplifies slip handling after printing.

Recommendations

For reliable long-term operation, use ribbons and consumables approved by Epson, perform regular cleaning as described in the service manual, and place the printer in a ventilated area away from direct heat or liquids. Ensure driver and POS-software compatibility with the TM-U295 serial model before deployment.