Peripherals and components for personal computers by the brand Centronics

Brand: Centronics
Founded by: Robert Howard
Headquarters: USA (Hudson)
Since: 1971
Until: 1987

Centronics Data Computer Corporation was a pioneering American company, a major manufacturer of computer printers in the 1970s.
Today, it is best remembered for the parallel interface that bears its name.

Some outstanding models of Centronics peripherals

Centronics Model 101

Category: Printers
Launched: 1970

The Centronics Model 101 was introduced at the 1970 National Computer Conference. The print head used an innovative seven-pin solenoid impact system. Based on this design, Centronics later claimed to have developed the first dot matrix printer.