Printers, Label Makers

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
BMP71 Brady Corporation	BMP71 LABEL PRINTER	10
BMP41-KIT-VD Brady Corporation	BMP41 LABEL PRINTER VOICE/DATA	1
BMP51 Brady Corporation	BMP51 LABEL PRINTER ION BATTERY	0
BBP37-GEN-KIT Brady Corporation	BBP37_GEN_BWS SFID SUITE KIT	0
BBP72-34L Brady Corporation	BBP72-34L DOUBLE SIDED PRINTER	0
BWS-SPS-BMP61 Brady Corporation	SCAN AND PRINT PORTABLE KIT	0
BMP71-SC Brady Corporation	BMP71 PRINTER WITH SOFT CASE	0
149050 Brady Corporation	BRADYPRINTER I7100 300DPI PWID	1
BMP61-QWERTY-EU Brady Corporation	PRINTER	0
J5000 Brady Corporation	J5000 INKJET LABEL PRINTER	0
BBP37-ARC-KIT Brady Corporation	BBP37_AF_BWS SFID SUITE KIT	0
BMP21-LAB Brady Corporation	PRINTER, 9.5 IN H X 4.5 IN W X 2	0
S3100 Brady Corporation	S3100,QWERTY-NA	0
BMP61 Brady Corporation	BMP61 PRINTER	14
BMP51-KIT-GI Brady Corporation	BMP51 FACILITY ID STARTER KIT	0
BMP21-PLUS-KIT1 Brady Corporation	BMP21-PLUS PRINTER KIT	5
BBP37-GHS-KIT Brady Corporation	BBP37_GHS SUPPLY KIT_BWS-GHS KIT	0
BMP71-360-KIT Brady Corporation	BMP71 PRINTER AND 360 WARRANTY	0
BBP37-SAFE-KIT Brady Corporation	BBP37_SAFETY_BWS SFID SUITE KIT	0
150645 Brady Corporation	I3300 PRINTER-C, 300D, US W BWS	0

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