Epson ERC-27B-R Ribbon
Epson TM-U295 Receipt Ribbon Model Overview
Epson POS Printers:
- TM290
- TM295
Frequently Asked Questions
What printer models is the Epson ERC-27B-R ribbon compatible with?
The Epson ERC-27B-R ribbon is designed for the Epson TM-U295 compact slip printer. This ribbon is the standard inked ribbon specified for this model and comes packaged 10 per box for convenient bulk ordering. Contact us today to ensure you have the correct ribbon for your printer setup.
How long does the Epson ERC-27B-R ribbon last before replacement?
The ERC-27B-R ribbon has a rated life of 1,000,000 characters, which provides extended usage before requiring replacement. This durability makes it a cost-effective consumable for moderate to high-volume printing operations in retail, hospitality, and logistics environments. We offer these ribbons in convenient 10-pack boxes to keep your operations running smoothly.
What paper types and sizes does the TM-U295 printer support with this ribbon?
The TM-U295 slip printer supports slip paper ranging from 80 to 182mm in width and 69 to 257mm in length, with paper thickness between 0.09 to 0.35mm. The printer can produce one original and two copies simultaneously, making it ideal for multi-part forms in point-of-sale and logistics applications. The ERC-27B-R ribbon is optimized for reliable performance across this full range of supported media.
What are the printing specifications of the Epson TM-U295 that uses this ribbon?
The TM-U295 is a 7-pin shuttle impact dot matrix printer with a print speed of 2.1 lines per second and supports 35 or 42 column capacity depending on font selection. It features 5×7 or 7×7 dot matrix fonts with character sizes of 1.6×2.9mm or 1.3×2.9mm, and includes 95 alphanumeric characters plus 32 international and 128×3 graphic characters. This compact slip printer is ideal for warehouses and logistics operations requiring reliable multi-part document printing.
Is the Epson ERC-27B-R ribbon suitable for high-volume printing operations?
Yes, the ERC-27B-R ribbon is rated for 1,000,000 characters of printing, making it suitable for regular use in warehouse and logistics environments. The TM-U295 printer itself has an MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) of 180,000 hours and an MCBF (Mean Characters Between Failures) of 7,000,000 lines, demonstrating reliability for consistent daily operations. We offer these ribbons in 10-pack boxes to support continuous printing needs without frequent reordering.
What connectivity options does the Epson TM-U295 printer support?
The TM-U295 printer features both RS-232C serial and bi-directional parallel interfaces, providing flexible connectivity options for integration into warehouse management and point-of-sale systems. The printer operates on 24 VDC±10% power supply with approximately 600mA power consumption, and includes a 512-byte or 35-byte data buffer depending on configuration. Visit barcodesinc.com to learn more about printer integration and ribbon availability for your specific setup.