Types of Receipt Printer And its Uses within A Point of Sale System
A Receipt printer is an integral part of the ' Point of Sale ' system. They are widely used in the 'retail environments' for printing the 'customer receipts' and 'credit card' slips. The receipt printers are used for printing the orders and receipts in restaurants. The most popularly used receipt printers are dot matrix, ink jet printers, and thermal printers. The Various Types of Receipt Printers are as Follows: Dot Matrix Printers: The Dot Matrix Printers are called 'impact printers' which is dependable, cost-effective and involves low operating costs. These printers make use of the tiny pins which are fixed on the print head and work with the 'ink ribbon' for producing a series of the dots which form letters on paper. These printers are able to print in dual colors like red and black and can print graphics as well. These printers find wide application in the kitchens of restaurants. Thermal Printers: The thermal printers are more ...