Fujitsu Components Asia Limited

High-speed Printer Series Features Enhancements for Indoor/Outdoor Use

Singapore, 10 June 2002 — Fujitsu Components Asia, Limited today introduced a compact, ultra high-speed thermal printer series with integrated features that meet the needs of outdoor kiosk and POS applications, such as ATMs, ticketing and parking dispensers, and tollgates.

The new FTP-609MCL103 series is a 24V (DC) thermal printer mechanism constructed of a lightweight, die-cast metal frame for increased rigidity and durability in high-use applications. The metal frame also provides better electrostatic discharge resistance than plastic.

With an operating temperature range of -25 to +70 degrees Centigrade, the printer’s metal body can either retain heat generated by the motor in a cold environment, or act as a heat sink to provide a heat transfer path. This capability helps maintain consistent print quality in outdoor or other varied-temperature environments.

The printer mechanism prints at 200mm/sec. and is available with a two-inch (58mm) or a three-inch (80mm)-wide paper path. A two-inch mechanism measures 82.5mm W x 40.5 D x 20.5 H and weighs 110g. The three-inch mechanism measures 109.1mm (W) x 40.5mm (D) x 205mm (H) and weighs 125g.

To meet the needs of various applications, the printer accommodates up to a 10-inch diameter roll of continuous, die-cut, or fan-fold ticket/label/paper stock. The printer is guaranteed to work with paper thicknesses up to 6 mils.

Other printer features include an easy-load paper drop-in system to facilitate paper roll replacement and a locking mechanism that retains the silicone platen after paper replacement. Optional cutters, which will be preinstalled onto the printer mechanism, will be available in July 2002.

The 2-inch, FTP-629MCL103 series printer is available immediately and is priced at $47.50 in one thousand-piece quantities. The 3-inch mechanism (FTP-639MCL103) is priced at $60.00. Lead time is 12-14 weeks. Pricing for a FTP-629DCL014 parallel interface board is $70.00, and a FTP-629DSL034 serial interface board is $72.50 at one-thousand pieces.

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About Fujitsu Components Asia Limited

Fujitsu Components Asia Limited markets and distributes electronic components throughout Asia and Australia. Products include relays, connectors, keyboards, input and pointing devices, and thermal printers.
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