what are the possible ways to reduce noise from dot matrix printer,with 136 column,cylindrical platen ,...how to investigate which are all the noise sources ? ? which all contribute?? gears ? carriage?? ,
carriage vibrates when it completes one side printing...
does sheet metal used contribute to increased noise ???
those who know, please help, by spending your precious time for me... please......
please also do the additional details what all you know about this,
aim here is to reduce the noise from 65 to 45 db...... *****HELP PLEASE*****
2006-11-30 15:51:19 · 5 answers · asked by maggy 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Printers
The only thing I can think of offhand is a cellophane case, something where you can see through to the printer but where the sound is encapsulated. You can try a big storage piece or large tupperware that you can dispose of, and cut holes for the power cord, printer cord, and paper feed. I know how loud they can be.
2006-11-30 15:55:57 · answer #1 · answered by Eric B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dot Matrix Printer Sound
2016-11-13 05:38:55 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the old days where dot matrix printers and other impact type printers were the only choices, there was a product available that will entirely encase the printer.
It was usually a very large box made out of heavy duty material, plastic or metal, and inside was lined with sound insulating material, form of some kind. A large hinged door lifted off the top and it had a plexiglass window to see through. There was a narrow slot under the printer and behind to feed the paper in and out.
You may be able to still find these, or perhaps make it yourself. (or have it made)
Most of the noise is coming from the impact head. (print head) You won't be able to do much with it to reduce noise, as encasing it is impossible. (it gets quite hot)
I don't know if you can achieve 20db of noise reduction (that's 100 times quieter) but box should give you as much reduction as you could practically achieve.
2006-11-30 16:03:04 · answer #3 · answered by tkquestion 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know what you mean... those printers are very noisy.
Your best bet is to go to a lumber yard or hardware store and find large sheets of pink insulating foam that are about 1" thick. Use the foam to create a box that fits over the printer and it will reduce the noise dramatically. You may want to put a handle on the box so you can lift it up to access the paper easily. The foam sheets are very cheap and duct tape or packing tape will work well to hold it together.
2006-11-30 16:00:36 · answer #4 · answered by nevisgent 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need to have a vaccum box with holes provided for cables( airtight) then only i hope it can be solved
2006-11-30 15:57:25 · answer #5 · answered by Trinity 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋