Description
Star SR15 Dot Matrix Printer Impact Printing 9-Pin Serial Port
The Star SR15 is a 9-pin impact dot matrix printer designed for legacy business environments, point-of-sale systems, and industrial label and receipt printing. Impact dot matrix printers use a moving print head with nine pins that strike an inked ribbon against paper, producing crisp, durable output suitable for multi-part forms and harsh environments where thermal or inkjet printing would not survive.
Specifications & What's Included
- Brand: Star Micronics
- Model: SR15
- Print Technology: 9-Pin Impact Dot Matrix
- Print Speed: Up to 120 characters per second
- Interface: Serial Port (RS-232)
- Paper Feed: Friction and tractor-feed capable
- Character Graphics: Programmable fonts and graphics support
- Ribbon: Uses standard impact printer ribbon cartridge (not included)
- Paper Support: Single-ply through multi-part forms, continuous or cut sheet
- Condition: Used, not refurbished
- Included: Printer unit only — no ribbon, ink, toner, or media
Applications
The Star SR15 was widely deployed in point-of-sale systems, shipping and receiving departments, warehouse label printing, and legacy mainframe and minicomputer environments where serial-port printers were the standard. Impact dot matrix printers remain in use today in settings where durability and multi-part form capability matter more than print quality — shipping labels, warehouse tickets, industrial work orders, and receipt printing in tough environments. The SR15 represents the mature era of 9-pin impact printing (1980s–1990s), when this technology dominated retail and industrial printing before thermal and inkjet systems gained dominance.
This Star SR15 9-pin dot matrix printer is in used condition and has been inspected. It is being offered as-is and has not been refurbished. No consumables (ribbon, toner, ink, or media) are included with this unit. Please note: This printer is available for local pickup only. We do not ship due to the fragility of the printer mechanism and the risk of damage in transit. Please contact us before purchasing to confirm current availability, discuss local pickup logistics, and ask any questions about condition or functionality. Please note: We have multiple units in stock — yours may not be the one shown in the photos, however, it will be similar in condition and function.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Star Micronics |
Model: |
SR15 |
Type: |
9-Pin Dot Matrix Impact Printer |
SKU: |
8423 |
Printer Type: |
Impact Dot Matrix |
Print Head: |
9-Pin |
Interface: |
Serial Port (RS-232) |
Paper Feed: |
Friction and Tractor |
Print Speed: |
Up to 120 characters per second |
Character Set: |
Programmable fonts and graphics capable |
Seller Notes: |
No toner, ink, ribbon, or media included. Local pickup only. |
Condition: |
Used |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
Japan |
Condition Notes: |
Star SR15 9-pin dot matrix printer, used condition, local pickup only. No consumables included. Not shipped due to damage risk. |