Epson TM U590-151 16.7 cpi 28ppm 9 Pin USB Dot-Matrix Receipt Printer - C31C196A8981

An established point-of-sale system may depend on an impact printer's character format and host connection rather than on newer thermal-label features. The TM-U590-151 listing specifies a 9-pin dot-matrix receipt printer with USB, 16.7 characters per inch, and a listed 28 ppm figure. Those details make this exact Epson variant worth checking when maintaining a compatible transaction-printing station.

Key Features

• 9-pin impact printing
• USB host connection
• Receipt and transaction-output application

Product Specifications

• Part No.: C31C196A8981
• Manufacturer: Epson
• Model: TM-U590-151
• Device Type: Receipt printer
• Print Method: Dot matrix impact
• Printhead Configuration: 9 pin
• Listed Character Density: 16.7 cpi
• Listed Speed Figure: 28 ppm
• Host Interface: USB

Use Cases

Use the exact model when replacing a printer at a counter whose software expects this impact-printing workflow. Confirm the receipt or form media and the POS application's printer support before exchanging an installed unit.

Compatibility

Requires a compatible USB host, supported POS software, and media suitable for the TM-U590-151.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a direct-thermal printer?

No, it is listed as a 9-pin dot-matrix printer.

What does cpi measure?

Characters per inch; the title lists 16.7 cpi.

C31C196A8981 is an exact configuration reference for a specific transaction station. Check the current system's interface, media, and software first, since those practical dependencies determine whether an impact printer can take over without disrupting checkout.