9 pin dot matrix printers

A 9 pin dot matrix printer is an impact printer that prints characters and images by striking an inked printer ribbon against paper using a print head with 9 tiny pins. These pins create dots, and by combining dots in a pattern, the 9 pin dot printer forms letters, numbers and very simple graphics. Browse through our range of 9 pin dot matrix printers and place an order for your business or industry today!

Where a 9 pin dot matrix printer is used

9 pin dot matrix printers are still used in businesses, retail and industrial settings where low costs matter more than print quality. You’re still guaranteed to see them in:

• Warehouses, shipping departments and manufacturing plants
• Accounting and financing offices
• Government agencies
• Stores and supermarkets
• Banks and ATMs
• Transport ticket counters

9 pin dot printers can print on multi-part forms, which provide instant duplicates, and continuous paper, which is perfect for a large volume of uninterrupted printing. This makes 9 pin printers ideal for businesses that want a convenient and low-cost way of printing.

9 pin dot matrix printer vs. 24 pin dot matrix printer

When looking for dot matrix printers, you will come across 9 pin dot matrix printers, as well as 24 pin dot matrix printers. The difference between these dot printers comes down to their print quality, speed and their suitability for the task at hand.
 

Feature	9 pin dot matrix printer	24 pin dot matrix printer
Print head	9 pins, arranged vertically	24 pins, in two columns
Print Quality	Rougher, more blocky characters	Sharper, smoother print - closer to typewriter or laser printer quality
Speed	Faster at draft printing, since it uses fewer pins	Slightly slower in draft mode, but faster in Near Letter Quality (NLQ) mode because it needs fewer passes to create clear text
Cost	Cheaper to buy and maintain	More expensive than 9 pin printers, but cheaper than inkjet/laser printers
Best for	Invoices, receipts, multi-part forms, industrial use where durability matters	Letters, detailed reports, official documents where readability matters most

A 9 pin dot matrix printer is the more appealing choice if you prioritise practicality and cost savings over print quality. Browse through the 9 pin dot printers we have available today and place your order.

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