• In a fax machine, the integrated printing functionality is achieved through a component known as a fax machine printer or a fax machine print engine.
• Traditionally, most standard fax machines incorporate a built-in thermal printer or a laser printer.

 

Here's a brief overview of these Printer Types:

 

1. Thermal Printer: This type of printer uses heat to produce images on special thermal paper. It's a common type of printer used in fax machines due to its simplicity and reliability. The thermal paper is heat-sensitive and reacts when heated by the printer, producing the printed content.

2. Laser Printer: Some higher-end or multifunctional fax machines use laser printing technology. Laser printers use toner and a laser beam to create the images on the paper. They offer higher quality and sharper prints compared to thermal printers.

 

The choice of printer type in a fax machine often depends on the model, functionality, and cost considerations. Thermal printers are generally more common in basic and standalone fax machines due to their lower cost and simplicity, while laser printers are used in more advanced multifunctional fax machines that offer printing, scanning, and copying capabilities.

 

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