Pitney Bowes DM475c Ink Cartridges

Pitney Bowes DM475c Printer Review

Most digital mailing systems can save time and money by processing envelopes quickly and applying postage. The problem comes when you have a mixed batch with many different weights. The Pitney Bowes DM475c can change this with its "Weigh-On-The-Way" system, which weighs each parcel automatically as it is being processed.

For standard postage printing with the inkjet system, the unit can reach speeds of up to 120 letters per minute. When the automatic weighing system is used, it is limited to around 80 letters per minute. The time-savings of not having to weigh the individual parcels should be more than enough to offset this downside, however.

The unit uses an inkjet system that includes a single Pitney Bowes DM475c printer ink cartridge for printing the postage onto the envelopes. Media can be varying sizes up to 13x15 for normal processing and 13x14 when using automatic weighing. The maximum thickness is 5/16 of an inch. Larger media will require labels. The machine itself is quite large, and measures 51.3x22.5x12.3 inches.

Very little maintenance or consumables are required. Replacing the Pitney Bowes DM475c ink cartridge is as simple as opening the top flap and inserting the printer ink. Buyers can utilize compatible Pitney Bowes DM475c ink for a significant savings on the cost of replacement.

There is an analog phone line jack for connecting the device, but most users will probably opt for the ethernet port. Once connected, it is simple to reload postage credits either from the control panel itself or from the included software. Current postal rates are updated automatically, and the device can even apply its own software updates.

Not all buyers will need the automatic weighing feature, but for those who do, the DM475c should improve efficiency, especially with mixed mailing materials. It also keeps costs low with affordable Pitney Bowes DM475c ink prices.