Barcode printer purchase guide

Bar code printers print fast, can print special materials (pvc, etc.), can be extended with external cutters, etc., but they are expensive, difficult to use and maintain, suitable for professional users who need to make a large number of labels. At present, the commonly used barcode printer/barcode machine brands include zebra barcode printers and tec (Toshiba) barcode printers.

Barcode printers/barcode machines are used where large quantities of labels are required, especially where the factory needs to print in large quantities in a short period of time and require special labels (such as pvc materials, waterproof materials), where you need to use them immediately (such as ticket offices). , should choose a barcode printer. If you frequently print labels in large quantities or have special requirements for labels, please choose to use a barcode printer.

The bar code printer/bar code machine application, also known as the label printer, is a printing device that can quickly print a large number of self-adhesive labels, pet labels, tag cards, water washing cloths, and the like. Barcode printers have been widely used in all aspects of production and life, such as supermarkets, government departments, manufacturing companies, logistics and so on.

Barcode printers can adapt to the different needs of production and life, and print labels of different sizes according to different situations of each company. It is quick and easy to use, can be printed in single or batch, and is completely controlled by the user. Barcode printers are one of the indispensable production tools for enterprises.

Barcode printer related introduction

Labels are part of the product identification and are an important indicator of a qualified product. In today's increasingly fierce market competition, label failure has become one of the barriers that some countries hinder the entry of other countries' products into their home countries, showing the important role of labels. Labels have also become one of the conditions for products to enter the international market.

Bar code printer, also known as label printer, clothing tag printer, label machine, is a printing device that can quickly print a lot of self-adhesive labels, pet labels, tag, water washing cloth, etc. It has been widely used in all aspects of production and life, such as: supermarkets, government departments, manufacturing companies, logistics and so on.

Barcode printers can adapt to the different needs of production and life, and print labels of different sizes according to different situations of each company. It is quick and easy to use, can be printed in single or batch, and is completely controlled by the user. It is one of the indispensable production tools for enterprises.

Barcode printer features

A barcode printer is a special printer. The printed content is generally the company's brand identity, serial number identification, packaging identification, barcode identification, envelope label, clothing tag and so on. In addition to the printing capabilities of ordinary printers, it also has the following advantages:

1. Industrial quality, not limited by the amount of printing, can be printed 24 hours;

2. Not limited by printing materials, you can print pet, copper paper, thermal paper stickers, synthetic materials such as polyester and pvc, and water-washed fabrics;

3. The text and graphics printed by thermal transfer method have scratch-proof effect, and the special carbon ribbon printing can also make the printed product have the characteristics of waterproof, anti-fouling, anti-corrosion and high temperature resistance;

4. Printing speed is extremely fast, up to 10 inches (24 cm) per second;

5. Can print consecutive serial numbers, connect the database to batch printing;

6. Label papers are typically several hundred meters long and can reach thousands to tens of thousands of small labels; label printers use continuous printing, which is easier to store and organize;

7. Not subject to the working environment;

8. A single label can be up to 120 cm long.

How to choose the right barcode printer

Many companies are not familiar with bar code printers. When choosing a bar code machine, they often don't know how to choose. How do users choose the bar code label printer that is suitable for their own company? Here, how to choose the code The machine provides customers with several basis. When choosing a label barcode printer, you should consider the following questions:

1, the number of prints

If you need to print more than 4,000 labels per day, you need a high-volume industrial grade printer with a solid metal casing.

2, the size of the label

A typical bar code printer can print 4" X6" tags, which is in line with the current shipping label specifications. You can also flexibly print labels of different sizes according to your needs.

3, the content of the label

If you only need to print barcodes and text, a general barcode printer will do the job. But if you need to print different barcodes (such as the item number) or text (such as shipping labels) for each label, and you don't want to stop printing in the middle, you need a printer with a 32-bit processor, which can greatly improve Productivity.

4, the quality of the label

The printing resolution of the bar code machine is generally divided into 203dpi, 300dpi, 600dpi; the larger the value of dpi, the better the printing effect. If you want to print high quality images on labels, consider using a 300dpi printhead.

5, the speed of printing

Different styles of printers have different printing speeds, depending on the user's speed requirements. Generally, the bar code printer prints at 2′′-6′′/sec per second, while the higher speed printer prints at speeds of 10′′/sec or more. If you need to print a large number of tags in a short time, you should use high speed. ISBN printer.

As domestic bar code printers have begun to become popular with the decline of prices, almost all production units in foreign countries are equipped with a bar code label printer (LABELPRINTER and BARCODEPRINTER), which is applied to Maitou, product identification, etc. Most companies have an accessory device for barcode printers such as bar code readers (SCANNER) and data collectors, forming a management model for bar code management automation and management within the company.

Barcode printer in China

Bar code printers are mainly divided into commercial and industrial types: commercial type is used in offices, small factories, jewelry industry and other places where the printing volume is relatively small, and the printing volume is less than 2,000 sheets per day. The mechanical structure of the commercial label bar code printer is mainly composed of plastics, and has considerable advantages in price. The main products on the market are mainly American and Japanese products, such as American zebra, Japanese tec, etc. Wait...

(1) Leading brands of foreign manufacturers

Zebra zebra, datamax, SATO, TEC, ELTRON, INTERMEC, GODEX, CLEVER, NOVEXX, MONARCH. Since many foreign manufacturers use local brands abroad, such as SATO and TEC in Japan, these Japanese manufacturers are easily adopted by Japanese manufacturers, zebra zebras are easily used by American manufacturers, and INTERMEC/NOVVEX/PAXAR are easily adopted by European countries. Adoption, many foreign companies usually rely on their own national brands, even if they are expensive, but here, plus some units buy products in a price-oriented manner, thinking that the higher the price, the better the quality, making some foreign brands Occupy a certain market rate.

(2) Scattered brands

Because many manufacturers, when looking for label barcode printers, often do not know what brand specifications are really needed, plus sellers for their own profits, often recommend some high profits, but not necessarily the most suitable products, thus causing Some companies often buy products that are not very popular in the domestic market. Although these products are also of good quality, maintenance and so on are often not met. At present, there are more than 30 brands of label barcode printers in the world. The brands listed below may be found in China: APPOLO, COMFORT, METO, MONARCH, RING, CANTECH, UBI, FARGO, AXHION, CHINTEK, ITOH, BRADY, GODEX , CLEAVER, Beiyang, etc., but with the gradual development of some big brands, the small brand market has signs of gradual shrinkage.

How to choose a barcode printer

You should pay attention to the following points when purchasing a thermal transfer barcode printer to purchase the product that suits you.

(1) Determine the model according to the amount of bar code printing

If you use a barcode printer with a print volume of no more than 4,000 a day, it is recommended that you purchase a normal commercial (some commonly known as office) printer. The commercial barcode printer has a small paper capacity and a small ribbon capacity. The overall shape of the product is small and exquisite. Suitable for office space, no area, and the printing effect and print quality can meet the demand. If your needs exceed 4,000 labels a day, we recommend that you buy an industrial bar code printer, because the industrial bar code machine is mainly made of steel structure, can accommodate large paper rolls and large length ribbons, in the service life and harsh environment, It has excellent performance and is a suitable choice for large factories.

(2) Select the model according to the print quality requirements

If the location of your application requires high print quality, such as jewelry, mobile phones, or printing on smaller labels, it is recommended that you use a 300DPI barcode printer. Other general wheat labels use 200DPI.

(3) Select the model according to the type of bar code you want to print and the quality required.

At present, most barcode printers on the market can only use one printing language, such as zebra or Datamax. They can only use their own print commands, which are not compatible with each other. If you can consider language compatibility when purchasing, you can be bigger. Limit the use of the printer. And now with the widespread use of 2D barcodes (PDF417, QRcode, Maxicode), and the use of other special 1D barcodes, the print quality of the printer is also required. These are the factors to consider when choosing your model.

(4) Select products with official locations in China

In the past, many products were sold to agents in China. It is likely that the main business of the agent is not the product you want to buy, or the technical support of the agent is not enough, but it is different now, most of them. The dealers have accumulated a wealth of development experience, forming a system program research and development team for the localization of young and high-tech terminal bar code knowledge. They have warehouse management, ticketing queuing system, exhibition card system, barcode attendance system, Internet cafe charging system, label inventory management system, hotel personnel access management system, invoicing management system, library library management system and other system inheritance. A complete set of feasible technical solutions and success stories, and a professional technical service engineer to solve your worries.

(5) Select a dealer that can provide full service

Some dealers claim that all bar code printer products can provide them. In fact, the most important thing for consumers is not this. What consumers need is the technical support of this dealer for a certain product. Whether the after-sales service and related products can be provided completely. For example, the consumables with the printer is an important reference. You should ask the dealer to provide the appropriate consumables for this printer at the same time. Inappropriate consumables and printers do not necessarily produce perfect print results.

(6) Select a bar code printer that is common to consumables

Some printer brands, in order to make profits on consumables, often specify that its products must be matched with special consumables, otherwise it will not print good results, even for the damage caused, do not give warranty, this is absolutely when buying a printer It should be noted that, especially now that the price of consumables for printers is declining, it is more important to purchase printers that are common in consumables.

(7) Select a bar code printer with functional functions and real price reflecting costs

Some foreign brands of bar code printers, the price is very high, completely out of the real printer cost price, and in order to increase the price often added some functions that are not often needed in actual use, the current thermal transfer printer is still not popular The reason is mostly related to this, the purchase of a moderately priced, functionally appropriate printer is the best way to reduce costs. But it is not to say that cheap printers are suitable for your use. Some low-priced bar code printers on the market are not very good and stable. Printing for two days, the printer to be repaired for three days is absolutely impossible to buy.