Product Type | Dot-matrix impact printer |
Model | EPSON DFX-9000 |
Form Factor | Workgroup / Desktop |
Color Output | Monochrome |
Print Technology | 9-pin Impact Dot-Matrix |
Print Speed (High Speed Draft) | 1550 cps at 10 cpi |
Print Speed (Draft) | 1320 cps at 10 cpi |
Print Speed (Near Letter Quality) | 330 cps at 10 cpi |
Maximum Paper Width | 16.5 inches |
Power Consumption (Operational) | 200 Watts |
Power Requirements | 100 - 240 V AC, 50 - 60 Hz |
Memory (Standard) | 128 KB |
PC Compatibility | Microsoft Windows 95/98/98SE/2000/XP/Me/NT 3.51/4.0 |
RAM Expansion | Not Supported |
Warranty | 1-year limited warranty |
EPSON DFX-9000 Monochrome Dot-Matrix Printer, 1550 cps, USB/Serial/Parallel



Key Benefits

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- High-speed 1550 cps output optimizes productivity in mission-critical batch printing environments
- Multiple I/O interfaces ensure seamless integration with legacy and modern systems
- TAA-compliant, made-in-Japan quality ensures government and industrial compliance requirements are met
Product Overview
The EPSON DFX-9000 is a heavy-duty dot-matrix impact printer designed to meet high-volume printing needs in enterprise and industrial environments. It delivers print speeds up to 1550 cps at 10 cpi, ideal for large batch processing like invoices, forms, and shipping labels. With support for continuous forms and roll media up to 16.5 inches wide, it handles large-format print jobs with ease.
Connectivity options include USB, Serial (RS-232C), and Parallel, enabling integration with various system setups. The printer supports both EPSON ESC/P and IBM PPDS language simulation and is operational across multiple Windows platforms, from Windows 95 to XP. Its robust design, low 200W power consumption, and one-year limited warranty make it a dependable choice for any high-demand workgroup.
Manufactured in Japan with TAA compliance, the DFX-9000 meets the needs of organizations with regulatory requirements, offering performance, durability, and compliance in a single solution.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Width | 27.60 inches |
Depth | 14.90 inches |
Height | 14.30 inches |
Product Weight | Approximately 67.2 lbs (30.5 kg) |
Operating Temperature | 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) |
Operating Humidity | 10% to 80% RH (non-condensing) |
Storage Temperature | -30°C to 60°C (-22°F to 140°F) |
Storage Humidity | 0% to 85% RH (non-condensing) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Included Management Software | EPSON Status Monitor |
Remote Management | Local only (no cloud-based management) |
Supported Media
Media Types | Continuous forms, Labels |
Standard Media Size | Roll (16.5 in) |
Custom Media Size | Up to 16.5 in x 17 in (Ledger B Size) |
Maximum Copies Per Carbon Multipart Form | 1 original + 9 copies |
Paper Feed Method | Tractor-fed (front push, rear push, pull-push) |
Interfaces
USB Ports | 1 x USB Type B |
Serial Ports | 1 x RS-232C |
Parallel Ports | 1 x IEEE 1284 (EPP/ECP) |
Interface Types | USB, Serial RS-232C, Parallel IEEE 1284 |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Japan |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | ENERGY STAR, UL, FCC Class B, CSA |
Advanced Security Features
Secure Print Capability | No |
Network Security | Not applicable (no Ethernet interface) |
Printer Language & Emulation
Printer Language | EPSON ESC/P |
Printer Language | IBM PPDS |