Epson Lq-590ii 24-Pin Dot Matrix Printer - Durable High-Speed Impact

Our review of the Epson Lq-590ii 24-Pin Dot Matrix Printer finds it best suited for businesses and industrial settings that need reliable, low-cost continuous or multipart printing. The bottom line: this is a workhorse impact printer built for long life and frequent use, with a long-life ribbon cartridge and sturdy paper handling that reduce downtime and running costs. For operations that still rely on carbon forms, shipping labels or multi-part invoices, the Lq-590ii delivers consistent output and integration with legacy systems.

Key Features

• Durability: Built as a long-life 24-pin impact printer, it tolerates harsh environments and heavy daily use without frequent replacement.
• Print speed: Prints at up to 584 cps, letting busy offices complete large batches of cut-sheet or continuous forms quickly.
• Low cost of ownership: The up-to-5-million-character ribbon cartridge lowers cost per page and reduces user interventions for replacements.
• Compatibility: Supports Epson ESC/P and IBM PPDS printer languages for seamless integration with both modern and legacy systems.
• Advanced paper handling: Handles cut-sheet, continuous paper and multipart forms up to seven pages thick for flexible document workflows.

Who It's For

The Lq-590ii is aimed at warehouses, accounting departments, logistics hubs and other operations that still rely on multipart forms, continuous stationery or durable receipts. Its reliability and ribbon life make it a practical choice where uptime and low running cost matter more than color or high-resolution graphics.

Customers who need high-resolution color output, quiet home-office operation, or wireless connectivity should look elsewhere; this model is optimized for impact printing tasks and robust integration rather than consumer features.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Consistent high-speed output up to 584 cps keeps large print jobs moving.
• Long-life ribbon cartridge reduces maintenance frequency and cost per page.
• Supports common printer languages for easy integration with legacy systems.
• Robust paper handling accepts multipart forms up to seven pages thick.

Cons

• As an impact printer, it lacks modern consumer features like color or wireless networking.

Specifications

Printer type	24-pin dot matrix impact printer
Print speed	Up to 584 cps
Ribbon life	Up to 5 million characters
Form handling	Cut-sheet, continuous, multipart up to seven pages
Printer languages	Epson ESC/P, IBM PPDS
Target use	Industrial and office environments requiring impact printing

Our Verdict

The Epson Lq-590ii is a practical, cost-effective choice for businesses that depend on multipart or continuous printing and need a machine that runs hard for long periods. Its durability, long ribbon life and legacy compatibility make it excellent value for users who prioritize reliability and low running costs over consumer conveniences.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this printer handle multipart forms?
Yes. It is designed to print on continuous or multipart forms up to seven pages thick.

Will it work with older software?
Yes. The printer supports Epson ESC/P and IBM PPDS languages to integrate with legacy systems.

How often will the ribbon need replacing?
The ribbon cartridge is rated for up to 5 million characters, which reduces the frequency of user interventions.