After evaluating several barcode label printers and card printers on
the market today, IDAutomation has listed below the printers believed to
be of the best value. IDAutomation currently offers high-speed, dedicated
thermal barcode label printers and card printers from Datamax, Intermec
and Zebra Technologies. Serial and parallel ports are provided on some of
the printers listed and some also have USB and Ethernet interfaces. For
more information or to order easily online, choose the product below:
| Thermal
Barcode Printer Kits with
Label Software Included |
Price & Links |
Interface |
IPS* |
Details |
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Zebra Technologies Eltron LP2824 DT Desktop Barcode
Label Printer
Prices from $275 |
Serial
USB |
4 |
At 2.2 inches (56 mm), the direct thermal LP 2824 bar code
label printer is ideal for retail and other label applications.
The LP 2824 redefines the compact printer class.
A 5 inch (127 mm) media roll capacity and clear media window
optimize productivity, while a maximum print speed of 4 inch
(102 mm) per second enables fast job processing. |
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Zebra Technologies Eltron TLP2824 DT/TT Desktop
Barcode Label Printer
Prices from $319 |
Serial |
4 |
With one of the smallest footprints of any two-inch desktop
printer in the industry the TLP 2824 fit into places
other printers cannot without sacrificing speed print quality
or media capacity. Their sturdy dual-wall high-density plastic
construction ensure they will survive punishment that would
damage other printers in their class. A full five-inch media
roll is easily loaded into the TLP 2824 printers thanks to the
OpenACCESS design and media usage can be monitored through the
clear top cover. |
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Zebra Technologies Eltron LP2844 DT Barcode Label
Printer
Prices from $369 |
Serial
Parallel
USB |
4 |
The direct thermal LP 2844 bar code label printer
is ideal for applications requiring a space-saving, desktop-size,
4.09 inch (104 mm) printer. This user-friendly printer delivers
optimal performance in today's on-demand desktop labeling applications.
The LP 2844 has a sturdy construction with a double-walled ABS
casing. |
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Zebra Technologies Eltron 2844 DT/TT Barcode
Label Printer
Prices from $435 |
Serial
Parallel
USB |
4 |
This space-saving user-friendly printer delivers optimal
performance in today's on-demand desktop labeling applications.
The direct thermal/thermal transfer TLP 2844 barcode
label printer is ideal for applications requiring a space-saving,
desktop-size, 4.09" (104 mm) printer.
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Intermec EasyCoder PF8 Direct Thermal Printer
Prices from $369
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RS-232C USB v.1.1 Centronics |
4 |
The direct thermal PF8 printer offers compact size, sturdiness,
and silent operation, perfect for a variety of applications
in retail, office, service industry and healthcare settings. |
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Intermec EasyCoder PF8 Direct Thermal-Thermal Transfer Printer
Prices from $439
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RS-232C USB v.1.1 Centronics |
4 |
With the smallest footprint of any Intermec fixed position
printer, the PF8 thermal transfer printer is ideal for space
restricted applications requiring less than 1000 labels per
day. |
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CL-S521 Direct Thermal/Thermal Transfer Printer
Prices from $339 |
Serial
USB
Ethernet |
6 |
Citizen has a unique metal Hi-Lift™ print mechanism,
allowing for quick media loading while an adjustable sensor easily handles a
variety of media and label configurations including standard and pediatric
medical wristbands. |
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CL-S621 Direct Thermal/Thermal Transfer Printer
Prices from $485 |
Serial
USB
Ethernet |
4-6 |
Able to print in both direct thermal and thermal transfer
mode the CL-S621 features a 360-meter ribbon for greater productivity and
reduced down-time. |
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CL-S700 Direct Thermal/Thermal Transfer Printer
Prices from $1055 |
Serial
USB
Ethernet |
7-10 |
Featuring a large, programmable front LCD control panel
and a revolutionary Cross-Emulation™ control board that allows the printer to
switch from Datamax® to Zebra® emulations at the touch of a button, the CL-S700
is designed for years of service. |
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Zebra P 120i Card Printer
Prices from $1969
Ribbons and Accessories for this printer
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USB |
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The Zebra P120i is a small printer, which makes a big statement.
This dual-sided, 300 dpi thermal transfer card printer kit comes
with USB interface, LCD-Display and 16MB image memory.
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Zebra HC100 Patient I.D. Solution
Prices from $529
Accessories for this printer
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Serial
USB
Wireless |
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Developed specifically to meet the unique needs of healthcare
providers, Zebra's reliable HC100 Patient I.D. Solution makes
wristband printing easier and more cost-effective than laser
solutions. |
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Epson TM-H6000III Multifunction Receipt Printer
Prices from $759 |
Parallel
Serial
USB |
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The TM-H6000III offers high-speed receipt and slip printing, validation,
advanced check processing and a MICR accuracy of 99.9%, all in a compact
design. |
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Datamax H-4212X RFID Printer
Prices from $3199 |
Parallel
RS232/422
Ethernet
USB |
12 |
Powered with one of the industries fastest processors, this
high-speed 32 bit/200 MHz multi-tasking processor increases
data through put and processing at amazing speeds making label
printing one of the fastest in the industry.
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