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pin feed - technical definition
A method for moving continuous paper forms. Pins at both ends of a rotating platen or tractor engage the forms through pre-punched holes at both sides. See tractor feed.
Pin Feed Platen
This platen has pins on both ends that engage the continous forms. Pin feed platens and tractors are widely used on dot matrix printers.
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