Dot matrix printer

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-001793",
  "term": "Dot matrix printer",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "An impact printer that produces characters and graphics by striking an ink-soaked ribbon against the paper with a print head containing a matrix of small pins. Each pin creates a single dot, and combinations of dots form letters and images. These printers are known for their ability to print multi-part forms and their distinctive noise.",
  "synonyms": [
    "impact matrix printer"
  ],
  "subject": "Industrial electronics",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Matrixdrucker",
    "es": "impresora matricial",
    "fr": "imprimante matricielle"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/dot-matrix-printer/"
}