Pitney Bowes DM175i Franking Machine | Guide by Mailcoms

The Pitney Bowes DM175i is a low-volume franking machine that franks up to 40 items per minute and is suited to small or new businesses franking around 100 items a day. It includes a 5kg integrated weighing scale, 100 departmental accounts and Smart Meter technology, but it is not Mailmark compatible, so businesses that want the lowest Mailmark franking rates should choose a newer model.

A low-volume franking machine (up to 40 franks per minute)

The Pitney Bowes DM175i franking machine is a low-volume machine manufactured by Pitney Bowes. It can frank up to 40 items a minute and, based on our experience with a similar machine, can frank up to around 100 items a day. It is a slightly older franking machine but is still perfectly suitable for any new or upcoming business looking to frank their mail.

The DM175i comes with an array of features, including 100 departmental accounts and an integrated 5kg weighing scale, so you can monitor expenditure and avoid over-paying for a mail item. It also uses Smart Meter technology, giving you access to Royal Mail VAT services.

The Pitney Bowes DM175i is not set to become Mailmark compliant, so you should not choose this machine if you want to take full advantage of Mailmark franking. Get a low-cost Mailmark franking machine quote for a similar machine, or view our range of franking machines here.

Pitney Bowes DM175i specifications

• Speed: 40 letters per minute
• Feed method: Semi-automatic
• Scale: 5kg scale only
• Max. envelope thickness: 9.5mm
• Envelope flap depth: 22mm to 76mm
• Envelope size: DL, C5 & C4
• Connection method: LAN or telephone connection
• Job memories: Up to 5
• Departmental accounts: 100 accounts
• Smart Meter technology: Yes
• Mailmark: No
• PIN security: Yes
• Differential weighing: Optional
• Dimensions: Length 345mm, Depth 400mm, Height 230mm
• Weight: 6.8kg
• Electrical: 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 3A
• Noise: 55dB

Pitney Bowes DM175i running costs

Ink, franking labels and envelopes for the DM175i are all available from Mailcoms. For current prices, see our Pitney Bowes ink and labels range.

Frequently asked questions

How fast is the Pitney Bowes DM175i?

The DM175i franks up to 40 letters per minute using a semi-automatic feed, which suits low-volume mailers sending around 100 items a day.

Is the Pitney Bowes DM175i Mailmark compatible?

No. The DM175i is not Mailmark compliant. If you want the lowest Mailmark franking rates, ask Mailcoms for a quote on a similar Mailmark-enabled machine.

Where can I buy ink and labels for the DM175i?

Mailcoms supplies ink, franking labels and envelopes for the DM175i. You can see current prices on our Pitney Bowes ink and labels page.