The Epson TM‑T88II/TM‑T88III Technical Reference Guide provides product overview, setup, ESC/POS commands, specifications and safety information for these…
This guide covers everything needed to plan, install, and develop applications for the Epson TM‑T88II and TM‑T88III POS thermal printers. It includes a product overview, safety warnings, hardware setup, interface connections, and detailed ESC/POS command information.
The document also contains full product specifications, options and consumables, interface details, and a comparison table between the two models, making it a comprehensive reference for developers, system integrators, and service technicians.
| Print method | Thermal line printing |
|---|---|
| Print width (standard paper) | 72 mm (2.84 in) |
| Cut type | Partial cut (left‑most one point uncut) |
| Maximum paper thickness | 100 µm or less |
| Interface | RS‑232C/bidirectional parallel (optional USB, Ethernet) |
| Power supply | Optional AC adapter PS‑180 or PS‑170 |
| Operating voltage | 24 VDC ± 7 % |
| Current consumption (high‑speed mode, average) | TM‑T88II ≈ 1.7 A, TM‑T88III ≈ 1.8 A |
| Weight | Approx. 1.8 kg (3.968 lb) |
| Operating temperature / humidity | 5‑45 °C, 10‑90 % RH |
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