Sharp FO-4850 Laser Facsimile Machine Plain Paper 896KB Memory

Sharp FO-4850 Laser Facsimile Machine Plain Paper 896KB Memory

The Sharp FO-4850 is a compact laser facsimile machine designed for office and small business use. It prints on plain paper (DIN A4 format) rather than thermal paper, offering economical operation and professional-quality documents. The unit was a reliable workhorse in many office environments and is still sought for backup fax capability or legacy system support.

Specifications & What's Included

• Printing Method: Laser on Plain Paper
• Memory Capacity: 896 KB (optional expansion to 1 MB available)
• Autodial Memory: 175 Call Numbers
• Document Feeder: 50-Sheet Stack Transmission
• Paper Format: DIN A4
• Paper Capacity: 500 Sheets
• Dimensions: 435 × 483 × 355 mm (W × D × H)
• Designed for Standard Office 115/230V AC Supply (verify your local voltage before use)

Applications

The FO-4850 is a classic mid-1980s to early-1990s office facsimile machine from the era when laser-based plain-paper fax was becoming standard in professional environments. These machines were widely deployed in law offices, medical practices, accounting firms, and corporate departments where document quality and cost-effectiveness mattered. The plain-paper system eliminated the ongoing expense and poor archival quality of thermal rolls, making the FO-4850 a practical choice for high-volume or legal fax environments. Today, units like this are retained for legacy system support, backup fax capability, or by organizations that maintain older office infrastructure. They remain functional and reliable for facilities that still require facsimile transmission capability.