Printers, Label Makers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
BMP41 Brady Corporation	BMP41 LABEL PRINTER	15
BBP85-BWSSFID Brady Corporation	BBP85 PRTR_BWS SFID SUITE KIT	0
WRAPTOR-A6500 Brady Corporation	WRAP PRINTER APPLICATOR	0
BMP51-KIT-EL Brady Corporation	BMP51 LABEL PRINTER ELECTRICAL	1
BMP71-SC-QC Brady Corporation	BMP71 LABEL PRINTER/CHGR/CASE	1
J2000-BWSSFID Brady Corporation	BRADYJET J2000 BWS SFID SUITE	0
BBP85 Brady Corporation	BBP85 QWERTY AM	0
M611-SFID-KIT1 Brady Corporation	KIT, M611 W/ OUTDOOR DURABLE MAT	0
WRPTR-A6500-UPGRD Brady Corporation	WRAPTOR UPGRADE TO A6500 SERIES	0
BBP12-NA-PWID Brady Corporation	BBP12 LABEL PRINTER PWID	1
149453 Brady Corporation	BRADYPRINTER I5100 300DPI	1
BBP12-US Brady Corporation	BBP12 LABEL PRINTER	4
J2000 Brady Corporation	BRADYJET J2000 COLOR LBL PRINTER	0
BBP37-PIPE-KIT Brady Corporation	BBP37_PIPE_BWS SFID SUITE KIT	0
BBP35-BWSSFID Brady Corporation	BBP35 PRTR_BWS SFID SUITE KIT	0
BMP51-KIT-VD Brady Corporation	BMP51 LABEL PRINTER VOICE/DATA	1
BMP21-PLUS Brady Corporation	BMP21-PLUS PRINTER	31
149551 Brady Corporation	I3300 PRINTER-C, 300D, US	0
149056 Brady Corporation	BRADYPRINTER I7100 600DPI PWID	1
BMP71-QC Brady Corporation	BMP71 LABEL PRINTER/CHARGER	2

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