Data Systems Plus
Data Systems PlusAbout  Data Systems PlusRequest a QuoteContact Data Systems PlusSite Map

Line Printers
Remote Printers
Laser Printers
Vintage Printers


IBM 4247 Printer
IBM 4247 Printer

The IBM 4247 printer model delivers high-speed, reliable printing for exceptional productivity at an attractive price. The 4247-model A00, 001 and 003 prints up to 700 characters per second. model 002 printers up to 400 characters per second and the 4247-V03 up to 1100 characters per second. Constructed with durable metal and plastic to help protect your investment, the 4247 can handle the rigorous printing environments of manufacturing, transportation and distribution industries.

  • Fast, quiet, reliable printing at up to 1100 characters per second
  • Rugged design for superior durability
  • Two front tractors for reliable paper feeding, automatic forms loading and thickness adjustment
  • Multiple input form paths, including paper parking and linking
  • High-quality printing on up to eight-part forms
  • User-installable and switchable interface cards on model 3 and V03 ONLY.


Printer 4247-A00, 001, 002, 003, V03
Device Type Monochrome Line Matrix
Print SpeedAt 10 cpi High Speed Draft 400 cps Model 002
700 cps Model A00, 001, 003
1100 cps Model V03
  Utility Speed 240 cps Model 002
350 cps Model A00, 001, 003
480 cps Model V03
  Near Letter Quality Speed 120 cps Model 002
175 cps Model A00, 001, 003
240 cps Model V03
Print Options 13.6 maximum print line
Resolution 144 dpi x 240 dpi
Connectivity Ports Serial (RS-232C, RS-422A)
Centronics PC Parallel
Networking Interface Ethernet 10Base T External
Emulations Standard All models
Epson FX, IBM Proprinter III XL and IBM 2381 Personal printer

Optional: on model 001, 002,003, V03
-- Twinaxial IPDS IBM 4224, 4230
-- Twinaxial non-IPDS IBM 4214, 4230
-- Coaxial IPDS IBM 4224, 4230
-- Coaxial non-IPDS IBM 3268, 3287, 4224, 4230
Fonts and Bar Codes Postnet, UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN-8, EAN-13, Code 3 of 9, Code 128, Interleaved 2 of 5, Codebar, MSL, Interleaved 2 of 5 and Matrix 2 of 5
Paper Handling Input Support for two continuous forms paths 4247-All: 8-part front, 4-part rear 4247-All: Dual front tractors. 8- part support for both
  Paper Size Continuous Forms: 3" to 17" Width
Cut sheet Forms: 3" to 15" Width
  Media Types Plain paper, continuous forms
  Media Sizes Letter A Size (8.5 in x 11 in)
Legal (8.5 in x 14 in)
Executive (7.25 in x 10.5 in)
A4 (8.25 in x 11.7 in)
A5 (5.83 in x 8.25 in)
B5 (6.93 in x 9.83 in)
A3 (11.7 in x 16.5 in)
A2 (16.5 in x 23.4 in)
B4 (9.83 in x 13.9 in)
B3 (13.9 in x 19.7 in)
C3 (12.75 in x 18 in)
C4 (9 in x 12.75 in)
Ledger B Size (11 in x 17 in)
17 in x 22 in
  Media Path Type Curved
Monthly Duty Cycle 64,000 Sheets
Misc. Features Noise Levels 56.3 dBA
  Temperature 50° to 105° F (10° to 40.6° C); 60° to 90° F (15.6° to 32.2° C) with auto-sheet feed
  Humidity 8% to 80% RH
  Features Paper parking, switching and linking
Automatic forms loading and thickness adjustment
Supplies Ribbon This ribbon are designed specifically for the 4247-A00, 001, 002, 003: Ribbon (Part #: 1053685) Yields pages @ 5% coverage

This ribbon are designed specifically for the 4247-V03:Ribbon (Part #: 57P1743) Yields pages @ 5% coverage
Dimensions(H X W X D) Unit 12.4" x 26.75" x 15.6"
Weight Unit 54 lbs. Models A00, 001,002, 003
72.6 lbs. Models V03
System Requirements Other IBM OS/400
3197,347x, 3489x Terminal
3174 Controller ASCI Adapt port & Coaxial
Risc 6000
IBM PC and Compatible Systems

Data Systems Plus can provide fast accurate Sell, Lease, or Rent quotes for your company's desired configurations. Presales consultation/assistance is always available. Please email or call for Quote.