Printronix Label Printer

• Labelling individual food products with nutritional information and barcodes.
• Printing batch codes and expiry dates on packaged goods.
• Creating shipping labels for food product pallets and cartons.
• Generating inventory labels for stock management within food processing facilities.

Print Technology

Typically thermal transfer or direct thermal, suitable for various label materials.

Print Resolution

Commonly 203 dpi or 300 dpi, offering clear text and barcode readability.

Print Speed

For this class of equipment, typically ranges from 4 to 12 inches per second, depending on resolution and label complexity.

Max Print Width

Commonly supports label widths up to 4 or 6 inches.

Connectivity

Typically includes USB, Ethernet, and sometimes serial or parallel ports for integration.

Power Supply

Commonly operates on standard single-phase UK mains electricity (230V, 50Hz).

Media Compatibility

Typically handles various label types including paper, synthetic, and continuous roll stock.

• What types of labels can this printer typically produce?

  Units of this type can typically produce a wide range of labels, including product identification, barcode, shipping, and compliance labels, using thermal transfer or direct thermal methods.

• Is this label printer suitable for high-volume production?

• What kind of maintenance does a used label printer typically require?

• Can this printer integrate with existing food processing software systems?

• What are the common consumables for a label printer of this type?

• Are drivers and software typically included with a used label printer?

Laboratory labelling and printing systems are valued for precision, consistency and compliance support in regulated environments. Buyers typically prioritise reliability, print quality and compatibility with existing laboratory workflows. When purchasing used equipment, condition of print heads, calibration history and maintenance records warrant careful inspection. Industry sentiment favours systems offering flexibility across label sizes and formats. Common strengths include durability, straightforward operation and good availability of replacement consumables. Integration capability with laboratory information management systems is increasingly important to buyers.

General overview for this equipment type