The IBM 6400-i20 line matrix printer Cabinet achieves reliable high quality printing while achieving the lowest cost per page output at blistering speeds. Our fully refurbished printers are sold with a warranty and are all qualified for maintenance. Parts & Supplies are also available for this model as well as repair services.

Do you feel the need for speed? The IBM 6400-i20 line matrix printer Cabinet achieves reliable high quality printing while achieving the lowest cost per page output at blistering speeds. Our fully refurbished printers are sold with a warranty and are all qualified for maintenance. Parts & Supplies are also available for this model as well as repair services.

IBM 6400-i20
The printer model numbers indicate printing speed and physical configuration.
• All printer models start with the 6400-i20 series prefix, followed by a three digit or alphanumeric suffix. Models containing only numbers indicate cabinet models. Model numbers containing the letter “P” indicate pedestal models.
• For cabinet models, the alphanumeric suffix refers to the printer’s maximum speed in lines per minute (lpm): 6400-i05 for 500 lpm, 6400-i10 for 1000 lpm, 6400-i15 for 1500 lpm, 6400-i20 for 2000 lpm, and 6400-i24 for 2400 lpm.
• For pedestal models, the first two alphanumeric values in the suffix refer to the printer’s maximum speed in lines per minute (lpm): 6400-i5P for 500 lpm and 6400-i1P for 1000 lpm.
• The 6400-i5P and 6400-i1P models are pedestal models with the QuickAccess Cover installed.
• The 6400-i20, 6400-i2s, and 6400-i24 models are available with the power stacker option installed.

IBM 6400-i20, Refer to the following table for a complete listing of model numbers and options.

The IBM 6400i Printer Family

Note: The “xx” in the model number refers to a two digit number corresponding with the emulations included with the printer.

The IBM 6400i series consist of 500, 1000, 1500, and 2000 lines per minute (lpm) models and are packaged in various configurations. All of the models offer software versatility and the latest refinements in line matrix printing technology. The print mechanisms are housed in sound-insulated cabinets which make the printer family among the quietest printers in the world. Additionally, your printer has a flexible architecture that allows you to add new features and emulations as they become available.

LinePrinter Plus is the standard emulation. LinePrinter Plus includes the Epson FX-1050, Printronix P-Series, P-Series XQ, Serial Matrix and Proprinter III XL emulations. Coax/Twinax, IPDS, ANSI and the IGP/PGL and IGP/VGL graphics enhancement emulations are available as optional upgrades. No matter what emulation is installed, your printer is easy to use. The message display and lights on the control panel communicate with you directly and clearly. You can select every function on your printer at the control panel, or you can send commands from the host computer.

The printer combines the use of Flash, RAM, and nonvolatile RAM for program execution. The Flash is used for all program, font, and emulation storage. New fonts, emulations, or program updates can be downloaded to Flash memory via the parallel or serial interface, or through the PrintNet interface. The RAM is used for buffers, print image storage, and execution variables. The non-volatile RAM stores configuration, statistics, and internal parameters. The printer model numbers indicate printing speed and physical configuration.

Ordering Ribbons

6400i Models Except for 6400-i20

IBM Premium Qty 20 P/N 54P2309
Used for general text printing as well as OCR, graphics, and bar code printing. Average yield: 20 million DP characters, 4667 AIAG-B3 labels with visible light source scanning equipment, or 2500 AIAG-B3 labels with infrared light source scanning equipment.

IBM Premium Qty 30 P/N 57P2308
Used for general text printing as well as OCR, graphics, and bar code printing. Average yield: 30 million DP characters, 4667 AIAG-B3 labels with visible light source scanning equipment, or 2500 AIAG-B3 labels with infrared light source scanning equipment.

6400-i20 Models
IBM Premium 2000 Ribbon (box of 12) P/N 54P1095
Used for general text printing as well as Optical Character Recognition (OCR), graphics, and bar code printing. Average yield 60 million DP characters, 4700 AIAG-B3 labels with visible light source scanning equipment. This ribbon is not recommended for use with infrared (IR) scanning equipment.