ANSI X9.27 is the technical standard that governs MICR printing in the United States. Non-compliant checks get rejected by bank scanners and returned for manual processing. Here is what businesses need to know.
What Is ANSI X9.27?
Published by the Accredited Standards Committee X9 and endorsed by the ABA (American Bankers Association), ANSI X9.27 defines the minimum magnetic signal requirements for checks, including character dimensions, signal amplitude, and print contrast.
Key Requirements
- Signal amplitude must fall within defined minimum and maximum ranges
- E-13B character height, width, and spacing are tightly specified
- The MICR band must be free of voids, smears, and background noise
How eMICR Ensures Compliance
Every cartridge we sell is tested to meet ANSI X9.27 and ABA standards. We work only with manufacturers that have passed independent laboratory testing, so your checks will be accepted by every bank in the United States.
Questions about compliance? Contact our team.
