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Prestige Elite 12 Printwheel By Rarotype | 12 Pitch | Professional Document Typing
Give your compatible Nakajima or Swintec electronic typewriter a clean, professional typing style with the Prestige Elite 12 Printwheel by Rarotype. This replacement printwheel features a readable, compact 12-pitch typeface designed for business correspondence, forms, records, reports, and everyday document preparation.
About this printwheel
Prestige Elite 12 is a traditional typewriter type style that provides 12 characters per inch. Compared with standard 10-pitch Pica, its smaller character spacing allows more information to fit across the same writing line.
The pictured Rarotype replacement is identified as R051033 and is designed for compatible machines that accept this printwheel format.
Why choose Prestige Elite 12?
Prestige Elite combines compact 12-pitch spacing with a relatively strong, clearly defined character appearance.
This makes it useful for completing forms, typing structured records, preparing reports, and producing professional correspondence where space and readability both matter.
Key features
- Prestige Elite type style: Traditional, well-defined characters for everyday professional typing.
- 12-pitch spacing: Produces approximately 12 characters per horizontal inch.
- Compact document formatting: Fits more characters into a line than 10-pitch Pica.
- Compatible replacement: Designed for supported Nakajima and Swintec electronic typewriters.
- Interchangeable design: Allows users to switch compatible printwheels to change type styles.
- Professional applications: Useful for forms, correspondence, records, reports, and other office documents.
- Language selections: English, Spanish, and International options are offered through the product variants.
- Quantity: One replacement printwheel.
Prestige Elite 12 vs. standard Elite 12
Both printwheel styles use 12 characters per inch, but their printed letterforms are not identical. Understanding this difference can help you select the appearance you prefer.
Prestige Elite 12
- 12 characters per inch
- Relatively heavier letterforms
- Defined, traditional appearance
- Suitable for forms and correspondence
Standard Elite 12
- 12 characters per inch
- Relatively lighter letterforms
- Traditional Elite appearance
- Suitable for letters and general typing
The difference is primarily the type style, not the pitch. Both fit approximately the same number of characters across a line when used with the correct typewriter setting.
What does 12 pitch mean?
Pitch measures how many characters fit into one horizontal inch. A higher pitch allows more characters to fit within the same amount of writing space.
10 Pitch
10 characters per inch. Larger, more open typing.
12 Pitch
12 characters per inch. Balanced, compact everyday typing.
15 Pitch
15 characters per inch. Smaller typing for limited space.
Use your typewriter's 12-pitch setting with this Prestige Elite 12 printwheel, following the manufacturer's operating instructions.
Nakajima and Swintec compatibility
Documented compatibility examples for this Prestige Elite 12 replacement family include the following electronic typewriters.
Nakajima
- WPT-150
- WPT-160
- AE-710
- AE-740
- AE-800
- AE-830
Swintec
- 2600
- 2640
- 7000
- 7040
Verify compatibility before purchasing
Not all electronic typewriters use the same printwheel mounting system. Compare your current printwheel's overall shape, center hub, mounting features, and part identification before placing your order.
Choose the correct language version
Multiple language options are offered for this product. Select the character layout that matches your keyboard configuration and typing requirements.
- English: For compatible English-language typing configurations.
- Spanish: For supported Spanish-language keyboards and their additional character requirements.
- International: For supported international character configurations; verify the available symbols before ordering.
Important: A Spanish-language typewriter requires an appropriate Spanish printwheel for full character functionality. An English wheel may print basic text but may not provide all of the characters required by the Spanish keyboard.
Best uses for Prestige Elite 12
- Business forms: Fit more characters into limited typing areas.
- Professional correspondence: Produce readable letters and office documents.
- Records and reports: Prepare structured information with consistent character spacing.
- Home and personal writing: Use a traditional typewriter style with a compact appearance.
Product specifications
- Product type: Electronic typewriter printwheel
- Brand of pictured compatible wheel: Rarotype
- Type style: Prestige Elite
- Pitch: 12 characters per inch
- Photographed reference: R051033
- Typewriters.com product SKU: NAKE033
- Compatible families: Select Nakajima and Swintec
- Language selections: English, Spanish, International
- Quantity: One printwheel
Part markings and character layouts may vary by language selection. Confirm the chosen variant matches your requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Is Prestige Elite 12 the same as Elite 12?
No. Both are 12-pitch styles, but Prestige Elite generally produces heavier-looking characters than the standard Elite version.
Will this printwheel work in a Nakajima WPT-150?
The WPT-150 is a documented compatible model for this replacement family. Choose the correct language version and verify your existing printwheel format.
Does this printwheel include an ink ribbon?
No. The printwheel provides the physical characters used during printing. Your electronic typewriter also requires a compatible ribbon cartridge to print onto paper.
Can I switch back to a 10-pitch type style?
Yes, on supported machines. You can install a compatible 10-pitch printwheel, such as Prestige Pica 10, and adjust the typewriter's pitch setting according to its instructions.
Prefer larger, traditional typing?
Explore the Nakajima Prestige Pica 10 Printwheel for a classic 10-character-per-inch type style with larger, more open letter spacing.
View Prestige Pica 10 PrintwheelKeep your compatible Nakajima or Swintec electronic typewriter ready for dependable everyday writing with the Prestige Elite 12 Printwheel. Its compact 12-pitch spacing and defined character style make it a practical option for forms, professional correspondence, reports, and records. Select the appropriate language version and verify compatibility before purchasing from Typewriters.com.
Returns & Warranty
Most new, unopened products may be returned within 30 days of delivery. Returns that are not the result of our error are subject to a 10% restocking fee. Reconditioned typewriters also include a 90-day limited warranty covering eligible defects in materials or workmanship under normal use. For an approved warranty claim, Typewriters.com may choose to repair the typewriter, replace it, or issue a refund. Please review our Shipping & Returns Policy and Warranty Policy for complete terms.
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Nakajima/Swintec Prestige Elite 12 Printwheel by Rarotype
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Returns & Warranty
Most new, unopened products may be returned within 30 days of delivery. Returns that are not the result of our error are subject to a 10% restocking fee. Reconditioned typewriters also include a 90-day limited warranty covering eligible defects in materials or workmanship under normal use. For an approved warranty claim, Typewriters.com may choose to repair the typewriter, replace it, or issue a refund. Please review our Shipping & Returns Policy and Warranty Policy for complete terms.


