Printers, Label Makers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
149452 Brady Corporation	BRADYPRINTER I5100 300DPI	1
149455 Brady Corporation	BRADYPRINTER I5100 600DPI	2
1085267 Phoenix Contact	THERMOMARK CARD 2.0	0
M611-AM-BT-W Brady Corporation	BRADYPRINTER M611 BT/WIFI	7
150643 Brady Corporation	I3300 PRINTER-C, 300D, US W BWS	0
LS8EQ Panduit Corporation	QWERTY LS8E PRINTER	124
TDP46HE Panduit Corporation	600 DPI PRINTER W/EASY-MARK LABL	5
BMP61-W Brady Corporation	BMP61 LABEL PRINTER WITH WIFI	1
2752 Adafruit	NANO THERMAL RECEIPT PRINTER - T	0
BMP21-LAB-KIT1 Brady Corporation	BMP21-LAB PRINTER W/BATT,CHRGR (	0
0803986 Phoenix Contact	THERMOFOX PORTABLE PRINTER SET	6
BMP51-KIT-AC Brady Corporation	BMP51 LABEL PRINTER/AC ADAPTER	8
0804663 Phoenix Contact	THERMOMARK ROLLMASTER 600	2
2753 Adafruit	THERMAL RECEIPT PRINTER GUTS	0
556-00239 HellermannTyton	TT230SM/TAGPRINT PRO 3.0 PRINTER	0
1184146 Phoenix Contact	THERMOMARK MOBILE PRINTER	2612
S3000 Brady Corporation	BRADYPRINTER S3000 LABEL PRINTER	2
114990012 Seeed	EMBEDDED THERMAL PRINTER	0
1-2186500-1 TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	T3212-PRINTER	5
BMP41-KIT-EL Brady Corporation	BMP41 LABEL PRINTER ELECTRICAL	3

Printers, Label Makers

1. Overview

Printers and label makers are essential output devices in modern computing systems. Printers convert digital data into physical documents using technologies like inkjet, laser, or thermal printing. Label makers specialize in producing adhesive labels, tags, or barcodes for identification and tracking. These devices are critical in industries ranging from logistics to healthcare, enabling efficient documentation, asset management, and supply chain operations.

2. Main Types & Functional Classification

Type	Key Features	Applications
Inkjet Printers	High-quality color printing, cost-effective for low-volume use	Home offices, photo printing
Laser Printers	Fast monochrome/color printing, high page yield	Corporate environments, technical documentation
Thermal Label Printers	Direct thermal or thermal transfer printing, durable labels	Shipping labels, inventory tags
Portable Label Makers	Compact, battery-powered, pre-formatted templates	Cable labeling, office organization

3. Structure & Components

Typical components include:

Print Head: Delivers ink or applies heat (inkjet/laser/thermal)
Media Feed System: Paper/label handling mechanisms
Toner/Ink Cartridges: Consumables for image formation
Control Panel: LCD interface for configuration
Connectivity Ports: USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Description	Importance
Print Speed (PPM)	Pages per minute for text/graphics	Determines productivity for high-volume tasks
Resolution (DPI)	Dots per inch (e.g., 600x600 DPI)	Affects output clarity and detail
Print Width	Maximum label/document width (2"-8" for labels)	Limits application flexibility
Connectivity	Wired/wireless options	Impacts integration with existing systems

5. Application Fields

Logistics: Zebra ZT410 for shipping labels
Healthcare: HP LaserJet for patient records
Retail: Brother QL-series for price tags
Manufacturing: Industrial thermal printers for asset tracking

6. Key Manufacturers & Products

Manufacturer	Key Products
HP Inc.	LaserJet Pro MFP, OfficeJet Pro
Brother Industries	HL-L8360CDW, P-touch Cube
Zebra Technologies	ZT610, GX430t
Epson	WorkForce Pro WF-4830, TM-C3500

7. Selection Guidelines

Consider:

Print volume (duty cycle ratings)
Media compatibility (label materials/sizes)
Operating costs (ink/toner prices)
Software integration (driver support, SDKs)
Environmental factors (dust/water resistance)

8. Industry Trends

Future developments include:

IoT-enabled devices with predictive maintenance
Biodegradable label materials
AI-powered print quality optimization
Cloud-based printing workflows
Hybrid devices combining printing & RFID encoding