Frequently Asked Questions

What forms of payment do you accept?
What is the warranty on your equipment?
What is your return policy?
What is the difference between a counter and a sorter?
How do I know what kind of counter I need?
Do I need a manual or electric counter?
Which is better, Flat or Cartridge coin wrappers?
Why is my bank making me use plastic bags?
Do all currency counters know the difference between denominations?
Do I need counterfeit detection on my currency counter?
Are scales better than coin counters?
Do you sell and service other equipment that is not on your web site?
Do you repair the items you sell?
Can I buy parts for my equipment and repair it myself?
How long does it take to get an order placed over the internet?
I don't see my question listed here.

We accept Master Card, Visa, Discover and American Express credit cards, check, money order, and cash in US funds.

2. What is the warranty on your equipment?

Most of our suppliers give a 90 day warranty on their equipment. Please read the specific details of each product as some manufacturers offer different warranty periods and the details of each type of warranty may vary.

3. What is your return policy?

All returns must be pre-authorized by ABC Coin. All returns are subject to a restocking charge of 20% unless due to our error. No returns accepted after 15 days. Merchandise returned without authorization will not be accepted. If you have a question about a product, please call our sales office as we will be happy to help you make a selection. Our office is available to assist you weekdays from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm CST. 800-752-7277(800) 752-7277

4. What is the difference between a counter and a sorter?

A coin counter is a device that will count pre-sorted coins but typically only one type of coin at a time. It cannot tell the difference between a dime or a quarter or separate the coins into different bags, bins or boxes. A coin counter will work very well if you only have one type of coin to count, such as quarters. Some laundry service, car wash, and vending operators accept only quarters and their ideal choice would be a coin counter. Coin counters are less expensive and ABC offers models that assist you with the rolling or bagging (packaging) of coins to the exact amount or quantity.
A coin sorter does everything a counter will do and will also simultaneously sort into separate containers by denomination or side sort coins. Coin counters & sorters are available in portable or stationary models. See also Manual & Electric counter answer below.

5. How do I know what kind of counter I need?

The basic answer is that you will need a coin counter for counting coins and a currency counter for counting bills or currency. Unfortunately we do not know of a single machine that will do both coins and cash. See the answers below and above to help you choose the right coin counter. Click here to see answers specific to currency counters.

6. Do I need a manual or electric counter?

Typically this can be answered by asking yourself "is there always power at the locations where I will be counting my coin?" Most route operators prefer a manual type counter as they need to take the counter with them and count their coins in the field. Manual counters are less expensive but you are providing the muscle to make the unit work. Electric counters require 110volt AC power or other power source, are faster than manual counters and usually have a digital counting mechanism. Sometimes the industry that you are in will also determine what type of counter you need. Example: If your coins are wet (car wash) you will need a counter that can handle wet coin. Not all counters can do this.

7. Which is better, Flat or Cartridge coin wrappers?

Cartridge wrappers are pre-formed and crimped at one end allowing you to quickly package your coin. They look like an empty shot gun shell. The down side is that cartridge wrappers take up more space to store than flat and are more expensive. Flat wrappers are folded flat and must be "opened" to allow coins to go into the wrapper. Flat wrappers are less bulky to store but take longer to fold or seal the ends after being filled with coin. We offer FREE imprinting on both types.

8. Why is my bank making me use plastic bags?

We believe the federal reserve decided that clear plastic tamper resistant bags were a better alternative to cloth bags. The plastic bags solved numerous smaller problems that stemmed from cloth bags distributed through carriers. The bags are easier to electronically track, view contents, handle, mark on, and recycle. ABC offers plastic bags for coin handling.

9. Do all currency counters know the difference between denominations?

No. Most currency counters are "piece" counters and do not look at the bill other than for thickness and size. This works well in most cases, unless you have a large number of mixed bills that you must hand sort. We do offer "smart" denomination recognition currency counters. The "smart" counters are more expensive than the standard piece counters and offer many more features.

10. Do I need counterfeit detection on my currency counter?

In most cases only banks and financial institutions require a model with counterfeit detection.

11. Are scales better than coin counters?

We offer an electronic scale that is reliable and quick. The biggest advantage to using a scale is the speed. The accuracy is not as good as a coin counter or sorter as the scale cannot tell if a different denomination coin is mixed in with the coin your are weighing. All scales can only count pre-sorted coins of like denomination. Electronic scales also work very well for tokens or redemption tickets. Some scales also offer the option to print the totals or an amount.

12. Do you sell and service other equipment that is not on your web site?

No, but some of the equipment we see offered by other dealers and distributors is made or copied by manufactures overseas. There are a number of products on the market that are similar, if not identical, in function and design. We may carry some serviceable parts if the product you use is similar to the products we offer as new. Check to see if we are able to service your product by visiting our service and parts page.

13. Do you repair the items you sell?

YES. We can service and repair all of the products we sell. We can service your equipment even if you didn't purchase it from us.

14. Can I buy parts for my equipment and repair it myself?

YES. We can sell you any parts you need to service and repair your equipment. We have some service information available on our service and parts page. Please order by part number as any returned product is subject to our return policy.

15. How long does it take to get an order placed over the internet?

We ship by UPS through our internet store. Unless you request special handling, your product will ship by standard ground service. Call for an exact delivery schedule to your location.

16. I don't see my question listed here.

Please contact us by phone (800) 752-7277 or email with any questions.