9-pin serial impact slip printer for business forms, vouchers, invoices, checks and multi-part documents, supporting up to 88 columns and one original plus four copies.

The Epson TM-U590 is a 9-pin serial impact dot-matrix slip printer designed for business applications that require printing on individual forms, slips and multi-part documents rather than conventional thermal receipt rolls.

It supports document sizes from approximately 70 × 70 mm up to 210 × 297 mm, with up to 88 columns using the 7 × 9 font. Epson also specifies support for one original plus up to four copies under applicable paper and operating conditions.

This makes the TM-U590 particularly relevant for legacy and specialized business workflows where physical document copies, individual slip feeding or impact printing remain necessary.

Current NEOTECH® availability: 1 unit in stock, subject to confirmation at the time of order.

The existing page information has been reviewed and retained where supported, while promotional or uncertain claims have been removed or qualified.

Key Features

• Epson TM-U590 impact slip printer
• 9-pin serial impact dot-matrix printing
• Bidirectional printing
• Up to 88 columns using 7 × 9 font
• Up to 66 columns using 9 × 9 font
• Up to 311 characters per second using 7 × 9 font
• Up to 233 characters per second using 9 × 9 font
• Supports one original plus up to four copies
• Handles normal, carbon-copy and pressure-sensitive paper
• Paper dimensions from 70 × 70 mm to 210 × 297 mm
• Maximum documented paper thickness up to 0.36 mm depending on copy configuration
• Uses Epson ERC-31 ribbon
• Supports multiple interface options depending on configuration
• Suitable for slips, forms, checks, invoices and legacy business-document workflows
• 1 unit currently available from NEOTECH®, subject to confirmation

What Is the Epson TM-U590?

The Epson TM-U590 is a slip printer, not a conventional roll-paper receipt printer.

Instead of continuously feeding a thermal paper roll, the operator inserts an individual form or slip into the printer.

A typical workflow can be:

Business Application

↓

Individual Slip or Form Inserted

↓

Epson TM-U590

↓

Impact Printhead Strikes Ribbon

↓

Original Document + Copies Printed

This type of printing remains useful where physical forms must be completed or multiple paper copies are needed during the same print operation.

Why Use Impact Printing?

The TM-U590 uses impact printing technology.

A mechanical printhead strikes an inked ribbon against the paper.

This physical impact allows the printer to transfer information through multiple layers of compatible forms.

That is the main reason an impact slip printer may still be preferred over thermal technology for certain workflows.

For example:

Original Form

Copy Layer 1

Copy Layer 2

Additional Copies

can be printed during the same transaction where the paper construction and printer specification support it.

Multi-Part Form Printing

Epson specifies support for:

1 Original + Up to 4 Copies

under applicable conditions.

The exact number of usable copies can depend on:

• Paper construction
• Paper thickness
• Temperature
• Carbon or pressure-sensitive media
• Print quality requirements

Epson's manual specifies up to five sheets total—one original plus four copies—under defined operating conditions.

This should not be interpreted as compatibility with every five-part form.

Paper Size

The TM-U590 supports documents from approximately:

Minimum: 70 × 70 mm

Maximum: 210 × 297 mm

The maximum size corresponds to approximately A4 dimensions.

This allows the printer to handle a wider range of documents than a conventional narrow receipt printer.

Potential document types may include:

• Transaction slips
• Financial forms
• Invoices
• Vouchers
• Checks
• Authorization documents
• Administrative forms

Print Width and Column Capacity

The TM-U590 supports:

88 Columns: 7 × 9 font

66 Columns: 9 × 9 font

The appropriate column count depends on the font and application.

This can be important for legacy systems where document formatting was originally designed around a fixed number of characters per line.

Print Speed

Epson specifies:

Up to 311 characters per second: 7 × 9 font

Up to 233 characters per second: 9 × 9 font

These are character-per-second specifications rather than the millimetres-per-second figures commonly used for thermal receipt printers.

Actual transaction throughput also depends on:

• Document insertion
• Application processing
• Number of copies
• Form length
• Interface
• Operator workflow

Paper Thickness

The TM-U590 supports different thickness ranges depending on the paper type and number of copies.

Epson specifies total thickness up to approximately:

0.36 mm

for certain original-plus-four-copy carbon-paper combinations.

Because multi-part forms vary substantially, the exact form construction should be checked before deployment.

Supported Paper Types

Epson documentation identifies support for:

• Normal paper
• Carbon-copy paper
• Pressure-sensitive paper

This makes the TM-U590 relevant where a business must produce physical duplicate or multi-copy documents.

The exact form should still be tested if its thickness, coating or construction is unusual.

Epson ERC-31 Ribbon

The TM-U590 uses the Epson ERC-31 inked ribbon cassette.

Epson specifies a black ribbon life of approximately:

4.5 million characters

under the manufacturer's stated conditions.

Ribbon yield varies according to actual print content and operating conditions.

Impact Ribbon vs Thermal Paper

The TM-U590 requires an inked ribbon because it uses impact printing.

This differs from direct thermal printers.

Epson TM-U590

Uses:

Impact Printhead + ERC-31 Ribbon + Paper

Direct Thermal Receipt Printer

Uses:

Thermal Printhead + Heat-Sensitive Paper

and normally requires no ribbon.

The correct printer depends on the document workflow.

Interface Options

The TM-U590 has been supplied in different interface configurations.

Epson documentation identifies interface support including:

• RS-232C serial
• Bidirectional parallel
• RS-485
• USB
• Connect-It interface options depending on configuration

This is especially important when replacing an existing TM-U590.

Do not assume that two units with the same model name necessarily have the same installed interface.

Why Exact Interface Matters

A legacy business application may expect a very specific connection.

For example:

Existing Application

↓

RS-232 Serial Port

↓

Existing Slip Printer

Replacing the printer with a USB unit may require:

• Different drivers
• Software configuration
• Port changes
• Application changes

Even if both printers are TM-U590 models.

The exact interface should therefore be confirmed before purchasing.

USB and Legacy-System Considerations

USB can be convenient for newer systems, but it is not automatically a direct replacement for a legacy serial or parallel installation.

Legacy applications may rely on:

• COM port settings
• Baud rate
• Handshaking
• ESC/POS commands
• Specific port assignments
• Existing custom software

A replacement printer should be evaluated according to the actual software environment.

ESC/POS Applications

The TM-U590 belongs to Epson's business-system printer family and may be used within applications based on Epson command environments.

However, customers should not assume that every POS or accounting application supports the printer merely because it supports another Epson model.

The exact:

• Driver
• ESC/POS command requirement
• Interface
• Application version

should be checked before installation.

Banking and Financial Applications

The TM-U590 has historically been relevant to business environments where individual forms or slips are processed.

Potential applications include:

• Transaction slips
• Financial forms
• Check-related workflows
• Customer acknowledgements
• Payment documentation

Whether it is appropriate for a particular bank or financial institution depends on the institution's approved hardware, software and security requirements.

NEOTECH® does not represent the TM-U590 as approved for any specific bank unless that approval is independently confirmed.

Hospitality Applications

The printer may also be relevant for selected hospitality applications involving:

• Guest documentation
• Form printing
• Invoice-related documents
• Administrative slips

A conventional thermal receipt printer may be more appropriate where the requirement is simply fast roll-paper receipt printing.

Administrative and Legacy Applications

One of the strongest reasons to consider a TM-U590 today may be replacement compatibility.

Organizations can have long-lived systems originally designed around:

• A specific slip-printer format
• Impact printing
• RS-232 or parallel communication
• ESC/POS commands
• Multi-part forms

Replacing the entire workflow may not always be practical.

In such cases, an available TM-U590 may be useful if its exact configuration matches the existing system.

Current NEOTECH® Stock

Current Stock: 1 Unit

Because only one unit is currently available, customers with an active requirement are encouraged to verify:

• Exact model
• Interface
• Condition
• Included accessories
• Power supply
• Compatibility

before placing an order.

Stock status can change after another customer completes an order, so availability should be reconfirmed at the time of purchase.

Technical Specifications

Brand: Epson

Model: TM-U590

Product Type: Slip Printer

Printing Technology: Serial Impact Dot Matrix

Printhead: 9-Pin

Printing Direction: Bidirectional

Font 7 × 9: Up to 88 Columns

Font 9 × 9: Up to 66 Columns

Print Speed: Up to 311 cps with 7 × 9 Font

Print Speed: Up to 233 cps with 9 × 9 Font

Paper Types: Normal, Carbon-Copy and Pressure-Sensitive

Paper Width: 70–210 mm

Paper Length: 70–297 mm

Copy Capability: One Original + Up to Four Copies

Maximum Total Thickness: Up to Approximately 0.36 mm Depending on Media Configuration

Ribbon: Epson ERC-31

Ribbon Life: Approximately 4.5 Million Characters for Black Ribbon Under Specified Conditions

Receive Buffer: 69 Bytes or 4 KB

Power: 24 VDC ±10%

Approximate Power Consumption: 1.9 A at 24 VDC

Dimensions: 252 × 266 × 185 mm

Weight: Approximately 5 kg

MTBF: 180,000 Hours

MCBF: 29 Million Lines

Interface: Configuration Dependent

Official Epson specifications confirm these core characteristics.

Dimensions

Width: 252 mm

Depth: 266 mm

Height: 185 mm

Weight: Approximately 5 kg

These dimensions should be considered when replacing an installed printer in an existing counter, desk or equipment enclosure.

Power Supply

The printer requires:

24 VDC ±10%

Epson documentation identifies compatible power arrangements for the TM-U590 platform.

The exact power adapter included with the available unit should be confirmed before ordering.

Do not assume a power supply is included solely because the printer requires one.

Applications

The Epson TM-U590 may be considered for:

• Multi-part business forms
• Transaction slips
• Bank-related slip workflows
• Checks
• Invoice documents
• Financial documentation
• Hospitality forms
• Administrative paperwork
• Legacy business-system replacements
• Individual-form printing
• Applications requiring impact printing

Purpose of Use

The TM-U590 is designed for applications requiring individual slip or form printing, particularly where impact technology or multi-part copies are important.

It should not automatically be selected for:

• Standard roll-paper receipts
• Kitchen receipt printing
• Shipping labels
• Barcode labels
• General office A4 document printing

Different printer technologies are better suited to those workflows.

Things to Verify Before Ordering

Exact Model: Epson TM-U590

Current Stock Requirement: 1 Unit Available

Complete Manufacturer Part Number

Exact Installed Interface

RS-232 Requirement

Parallel Requirement

USB Requirement

RS-485 Requirement

Application Software

Operating System

Driver Requirements

ESC/POS Compatibility

Current Printer Being Replaced

Document Dimensions

Document Thickness

Number of Copies

Carbon or Pressure-Sensitive Paper

ERC-31 Ribbon Requirement

Power Supply Included or Required

Cable Included or Required

Condition of Available Unit

Required Warranty

Exact Package Contents

Who Should Consider the Epson TM-U590?

The TM-U590 may be suitable for organizations that:

• Already operate TM-U590 printers
• Need a compatible replacement
• Require impact slip printing
• Use multi-part forms
• Need one original plus multiple copies
• Have legacy applications built around impact slip printers
• Require individual document insertion
• Have confirmed interface and software compatibility

Who May Need Another Printer?

Another printer may be more appropriate where:

• Only normal thermal receipts are required
• 80mm roll-paper printing is required
• High-speed receipt output is the primary requirement
• Barcode labels are required
• A4 office documents are required
• The application does not support impact slip printers
• A modern network printer is required
• Multi-part copies are unnecessary
• The customer's current workflow has already moved away from slip forms

The correct replacement should be selected according to the workflow rather than simply buying an older model because stock is available.

FAQ - Epson TM-U590 

Q: What is the Epson TM-U590?

A: It is a 9-pin serial impact dot-matrix slip printer designed for individual forms, checks, invoices and other business documents.

Q: Is the Epson TM-U590 currently available from NEOTECH®?

A: We currently have 1 unit in stock, subject to confirmation at the time of order.

Q: Can the TM-U590 print multiple copies?

A: Yes. Epson specifies support for one original plus up to four copies under applicable paper and operating conditions.

Q: What is the maximum document size?

A: The documented media range extends up to 210 × 297 mm.

Q: How many columns can it print?

A: Up to 88 columns using the 7 × 9 font and 66 columns using the 9 × 9 font.

Q: What ribbon does the TM-U590 use?

A: Epson specifies the ERC-31 ribbon cassette.

Q: Does the TM-U590 have USB?

A: USB is available within supported TM-U590 interface configurations, but the exact installed interface on the unit being supplied must be confirmed.

Q: Does every TM-U590 include serial, parallel and USB together?

A: No. Interface configuration can vary. Verify the exact unit before ordering.

Q: Can the TM-U590 replace my existing serial slip printer?

A: Possibly, but the application, interface settings, commands, cable and document format should be checked before replacement.

Q: Is it a thermal receipt printer?

A: No. It is an impact dot-matrix slip printer and uses an inked ribbon.

Q: Does it print on roll paper?

A: The TM-U590 is primarily designed for individually fed slips and forms rather than conventional thermal receipt rolls.

Q: Is it suitable for multi-part forms?

A: Yes, where the paper construction and total thickness fall within Epson's specified limits.

Related Products

Epson ERC-31 Ribbon

Epson TM Impact Printers

Epson POS Printers

Impact Receipt Printers

Slip Printers

Multi-Part Form Printers

POS Receipt Printers

Legacy POS Printer Interfaces

Helpful Internal Links

NEOTECH® UAE

https://www.neotech.ae/

Why NEOTECH® UAE?

The Epson TM-U590 is the type of product where compatibility is more important than simply finding a unit in stock.

A customer replacing an older slip printer may depend on a particular serial, parallel, USB or other interface and may also have legacy application requirements that cannot be changed easily.

For this reason, NEOTECH® recommends confirming the exact existing printer, required interface, software, form size and multi-copy requirement before purchasing the available unit.

Current stock: 1 unit, subject to confirmation.

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There is no obligation or pressure to purchase. Customers are encouraged to verify the exact TM-U590 configuration, installed interface, software compatibility, paper specification, power supply and complete application requirements before ordering.

Delivery – UAE

Current Availability: 1 Unit In Stock

NEOTECH® supports delivery within the United Arab Emirates.

• UAE delivery only
• Free standard shipping
• Order cutoff: 14:00 GST
• Handling: approximately 1–2 business days
• Transit: approximately 3–5 business days
• Estimated standard delivery: approximately 4–7 business days

Stock and delivery timing should be reconfirmed before order acceptance.

Contact NEOTECH® UAE

Website: https://www.neotech.ae/

Email: support@neotech.ae

Address: Store 13, Computer Bldg, Al Fahidi, Bur Dubai, Dubai 44245, United Arab Emirates

Disclaimer - NEOTECH® UAE

Epson, TM-U590, ERC-31 and associated product names are trademarks or product identifiers of their respective owners.

NEOTECH® is operated by NEOLYN TECHNOLOGY LLC and is not represented as the manufacturer or an authorized Epson distributor unless separately supported by current documentation.

The Epson TM-U590 has been offered in different interface configurations. Customers should confirm the exact part number, installed interface, condition, power supply, cables, software compatibility and package contents of the available unit before ordering.

Manufacturer specifications referenced on this page confirm the TM-U590's 9-pin impact printing, 311/233 cps speeds, 88/66-column capability, media dimensions, multi-copy support and ERC-31 ribbon.

Current NEOTECH® stock is 1 unit and may change if the unit is sold.

There is absolutely no obligation or pressure to proceed with the purchase with us.

Last Updated: 03 September 2026  (GST, UTC+4)