Hi funchy,
After studying the specs on your old printer (which you like) versus
the new printer (which you don't), I've come up with three Epsons for
you that should be able to do the job (#1 being the most likely).
First, here are the specs on the LQ-670 and LQ-590 (it's only rated
for 5 NCR):
Old printer:
Epson LQ 670 Matrix Printer (24 pin)
Plain paper / A3 / 5 parts
http://www.dealtime.com/xPF-Epson_LQ_670
New printer:
Epson LQ-590 Matrix Printer (24 pin / Parallel & USB)
Form
original plus four carbonless copies
Width
Single sheets to 14"
Cut-sheet feeder to 14"
Length
Single sheets to 14"
Cut-sheet feeder to 14"
http://www.superwarehouse.com/Epson_LQ-590/C11C558001/ps/392469
I looked for printers which meet the following requirements:
Minimum 6 parts carbonless parts
Minimum Legal size 8.5" x 14"
Plain paper single sheet and or cut sheet
Available new (not refurbished)
Under $1000
I chose to post SuperWarehouse's links because they include a good
list of detailed specifications (click on the links for more details).
Number one is the only one of the three that specifies NCR. Following
the specs, I've added the DealTime links for comparison shopping for
each printer.
1) EPSON FX-2190 Impact Dot Matrix Printer (9 pin / Parallel & USB)
Form
Original + 5 Carbonless Copies
Width
Single sheets to 16.5"
Cut-sheet feeder to 16.5"
Length
Single sheets to 14.3"
Cut-sheet feeder to 14.0"
http://www.superwarehouse.com/Epson_FX-2190N/C11C526001NT/ps/343641
Price range: $399.00 - $632.00
http://www.dealtime.com/xPC-Epson_Epson_FX2190_NON_419CPS_240X144DPI_A3_Epson
2) Epson FX-890N Network Impact Printer (9 pin / Parallel & USB)
Form
"Original + 6" (doesn't mention NCR)
Width
Single sheets to 10.1"
Cut-sheet feeder to 8.5"
Length
Single sheets to 14.3"
Cut-sheet feeder to 14.0"
http://www.superwarehouse.com/Epson_FX-890N/C11C524001NT/ps/343640
Price range: $439.00 - $549.00
http://www.dealtime.com/xPC-Epson_FX_890N
3) Epson LQ-680 Pro Impact Printer (24 pin / Parallel / 413 cps)
Form
"1 original + 5 copies" (doesn't mention NCR)
Width
Single sheets to 12"
Cut-sheet feeder to 12"
Length
Single sheets to 16.5"
Cut-sheet feeder to 16.5"
http://www.superwarehouse.com/Epson_LQ-680_Pro/C376101/ps/90580
Price range: $349.00 - $518.00
http://www.dealtime.com/xPC-Epson_LQ_680Pro
I hope you find at least one of the printers hits the spot. If not, or
if you have any questions, please post a clarification request and
wait for me to respond before closing/rating my answer.
Thank you,
hummer
Search Strategy:
I searched at DealTime under "matrix" and checked the specs of many
printers under $1000 before coming up with the three I listed above.
http://www.dealtime.com/xPP-printers--technology__search__matrix |
Request for Answer Clarification by
funchy-ga
on
12 Oct 2005 11:34 PDT
This is the first time I have used google answers so maybe I wasn't
clear in my request.
We need an impact printer that we can load a handful of numbered
multipart forms into and have them feed through from the top of the
pile.
I looked at the epson printers in your answer but they all specify
that they print multipart forms using the tractor mechinism, and that
the cut sheet feeder is for single sheets only. Our forms are not on a
tractor feed.
On the 590 I purchased the multipart forms don't feed correctly using
the cut sheet feeder. The user's guide tells you to use the front
feed on this printer for multipart forms (because that is the
straitest paper path), but you have to load them one form at a time.
I was going to buy the LQ680Pro but after calling Epson, they informed
me that they discontinued the cut sheet feeder for this printer (and
couldn't find one anywhere), and were going to discontinue the printer
itself in the near future.
It was the closest match to the 670 that worked for us.
I don't know if I am explaining my problem correctly.
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Clarification of Answer by
hummer-ga
on
12 Oct 2005 14:46 PDT
Hi funchy,
Aw, that's too bad, but hopefully we'll find you your printer
eventually. Thank you for your clarification, it's quite helpful. I
will have another look as soon as possible and see what I can come up
with but I'm quite busy on other projects at the moment so it may take
a few days. Would you be interested in a used or refurbished Lq-670 or
a LQ680Pro with cut sheet feeder? At any rate, I'll try my best to
help you and let you know one way or the other. Don't worry, you are
using GA perfectly - it's always better to use the clarification
option rather than give up and close the question.
I'll be in touch,
hummer
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Clarification of Answer by
hummer-ga
on
13 Oct 2005 12:59 PDT
Hi again,
The sheet feeder for the LQ-680, Manufacturer # C806871, is available
from quite a few dealers. Is that the part number Epson gave you?
HIGH CAPACITY CUT SHEET FEEDER FOR LQ-680
Mfg. Part: C806871
http://shopper.cnet.com/HIGH_CAPACITY_CUT_SHEET_FEEDER_FOR_LQ_680/4014-8307_9-6143949.html?rvwtp=4508-5_9-6143949&tag=nav.mfg&cip=1&orderby=90&sort=
://www.google.ca/search?q=C806871+epson+feeder&sourceid=mozilla-search&start=0&start=0&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&client=firefox-a&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official
Please let me know if the LQ-680-Pro with feeder is satisfactory or if
you'd prefer another printer altogether.
Will wait to hear back from you,
hummer
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Request for Answer Clarification by
funchy-ga
on
14 Oct 2005 10:24 PDT
I'm not sure about the 680 with the feeder. I'm hesitant to purshase
a printer the soon to be dicontinued, know what I mean?
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Clarification of Answer by
hummer-ga
on
14 Oct 2005 10:49 PDT
Ok, will have another look and get back to you this weekend. I'll
assume the specs on the 680 with feeder are all satisfactory for you,
if not, let me know what you'd change. Till later, hummer
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Clarification of Answer by
hummer-ga
on
15 Oct 2005 11:04 PDT
Hi funchy,
1) Here is a sheet feeder that is compatible with the 590 you already
tried and the 890N (# 2 on my list) which will handle multiple sheets.
Is this the feeder you tried with the 590 which didn't feed correctly
or might it be a solution?
Epson High Capacity Cut Sheet Feeder
Part #: C806381
High-capacity cut sheet feeder feeds up to 150 sheets of paper or 25
plain bond envelopes into the printer without reloading.
Compatible Printers
# Epson FX-890 (C11C524001)
# Epson FX-890N (C11C524001NT)
# Epson LQ-570e (C293001)
# Epson LQ-590 (C11C558001)
# Epson LQ-870 (C060021)
http://www.superwarehouse.com/Epson_High_Capacity_Cut_Sheet_Feeder/C806381/p/27052
note: I wouldn't have suggested the 590 because it's only rated for up
to 5 parts, as is your 670.
2) Regarding the LQ-680 Pro, I happened to come across a statement
that it's a good replacement for your 670. Personally, I think it's a
good choice.
LQ-680Pro Impact Printer
"A perfect replacement to the EPSON LQ-670..."
http://www.pcmall.com/pcmall/shop/detail~dpno~902912.asp
Latest prices for HIGH CAPACITY CUT SHEET FEEDER FOR LQ-680
Compatible with Epson LQ-680 Pro dot matrix printer
http://shopper.cnet.com/4014-8307_9-6143949.html?rvwtp=4852-8307_9-6143949
3) Following are some lists of high capacity cut sheet feeders and the
printers they are compatible with. The trouble is, I think you'll find
the 680 more readily available then any of them (Walmart even has the
680).
HIGH-CAPACITY CUT SHEET & ENVELOPE FEEDER
Mfr Part #: C806401
$240.99
# ActionPrinter-5500 Dot-Matrix Printer
# FX-1170 Dot-Matrix Printer
# FX-1180 Dot Matrix Printer
# LQ-1070 Dot-Matrix Printer
http://www.tristatecamera.com/LookAtAll-2zrh7rg4-EPSC806401-4-00050123-0-store.php3.html
HIGH-CAPACITY CUT SHEET & ENVELOPE FEEDER
Mfr Part #: C806381
# ActionPrinter-5000 Dot-Matrix Printer
# ActionPrinter-5000+ Dot-Matrix Printer
# FX-870 Dot-Matrix Printer
# FX-880 Dot Matrix Printer
http://www.tristatecamera.com/LookAtAll-2zrh7rg4-EPSC806381-4-00050123-0-store.php3.html
FX-980 HIGH CAPACITY CUT SHEET FEEDER
Mfr Part #: C806841
$239.99
http://www.tristatecamera.com/LookAtAll-2zrh7rg4-EPSC806841-4-00050123-0-store.php3.html
4) Dell seems to have a new LQ-670 feeder for sale.
Epson
High-Capacity Cut Sheet Feeder for Epson LQ-670 Impact Printer
$153.95
http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?sku=A0384678&cs=19&c=us&l=en
LQ-670 CAPACITY CUT SHEET FEEDER
Mfr Part #: C806781
$179.99
http://www.tristatecamera.com/LookAtAll-2zrh7rg4-EPSC806781-4-00050123-0-store.php3.html
I tried, funchy, but taking everything into account (specs, price,
availability, discontinued or not and feeder), I think the 680pro will
be hard to top.
Regards,
hummer
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