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Rainpot A80

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Brand Rainpot 1998
Model A80
Released Year 1998
Type Printers
Printing Technology Thermal
Item Weight ‎2 pounds
Product Dimensions 3.94 x 12.2 x 4.84 inches
Status Discontinued
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Overview

The Rainpot A80 is a laser printer designed for office use, launched in the late 1990s. It incorporates a monochrome laser printing technology with a print resolution typically around 600 x 600 dpi, suitable for text and basic graphics output. This model supports standard paper sizes including A4 and Letter, with a paper tray capacity of approximately 250 sheets. It utilizes a toner cartridge as its primary consumable and features a printing speed of about 8 pages per minute. Connectivity options were standard for the time, typically including parallel port and possibly USB 1.1 interfaces.

Although the printer serves basic office printing needs, its mechanical components are relatively simple, contributing to ease of maintenance. The device operates on a 120V or 230V power supply depending on the region.

Specifications

Max Printspeed Monochrome 30 ppm
Output Type Black & White
Sheet Size ‎8.5*11,Legal,A4,A5,2/3/4 Inches
MPN A80
Batteries ‎1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)
Item Length 12"
Product Dimensions 3.94 x 12.2 x 4.84 inches
Technology Thermal
Item Height 2"
Features Portable
Item Width 4"
Special Feature Portable
Input Type Monochrome
Color Black
Type Printer
Maximum Resolution 300 x 300 DPI
Model A80
Connectivity Parallel Port, USB 1.1
Black Print Speed 10 ppm
Country/Region of Manufacture China
Item Weight ‎2 pounds
Printing Technology Thermal
Product Line rainpot
Device Type Laser Printer
Print Technology Monochrome Laser
Print Resolution 600 x 600 dpi
Print Speed 8 pages per minute
Paper Handling 250-sheet input tray
Supported Paper Sizes A4, Letter, Legal
Toner Cartridge Standard compatible toner cartridge
Power Requirements 120V/230V AC
Dimensions Approx. 40 x 35 x 25 cm
Weight Approx. 8 kg
Duplex Printing Manual only
Operating System Compatibility Windows 95/98, possibly basic support for later Windows versions

Key Advantages

The Rainpot A80 offers reliable monochrome output suitable for professional documents. It supports standard office paper sizes accommodating diverse printing needs. Its toner-based system ensures consistent print quality over extended use. The printer’s mechanical design allows for straightforward maintenance and part replacements. Low operational noise makes it ideal for quieter office environments. Additionally, its compact design conserves workspace.

Limitations

Due to its vintage nature, the A80's print speed is relatively slow compared to modern printers. It lacks color printing capability, limiting versatility for graphics-heavy documents. Connectivity options are outdated, restricting compatibility with current computer systems. The maximum print resolution is modest by today's standards, impacting image quality. Spare parts and consumables may be difficult to source given its discontinuation. Furthermore, it lacks duplex (double-sided) printing functionality.

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