What Is the Definition of a Dot Matrix Printer?
A dot matrix printer, or as they are sometimes called impact matrix printer, utilises a print head that goes up and down or back and forth printing on the paper by impact. The head strikes a cloth ribbon that is laden with ink against the paper. The similarity to typewriters can be used for comparison. However, the letters on are drawn from a dot matrix, which is a 2 dimensional group of dots that represent images, symbols and characters. The dot matrix has offers a wide variety and fonts that can be produced and due to the pressure of the impact printing, carbon copies can be made as well. Each dot on the printer is the result of a metal rod (pin) that is forced forward by an electromagnet. A guide plate that is often made from a material resembling a ruby or sapphire is fashioned by piercing it with holes that are used to guide the pins. The predominant moving part within this design is the print head, due to this design it is only able to print one line at a time. Generally dot matr
