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Honeywell PD43 / PD43c Commercial Light Industrial Thermal Barcode Printer (203 / 300 dpi)

Honeywell PD43 / PD43c Commercial Light Industrial Thermal Barcode Printer (203 / 300 dpi)

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The Honeywell PD43 and ultra-compact PD43c are light industrial 4-inch commercial thermal barcode label printers engineered to deliver uncompromising industrial printing performance within the smallest possible footprint. Combining a rugged all-metal chassis, strong cast-aluminum printhead mechanism, tool-free printhead and platen roller replacement, and an intuitive multi-language color display, the PD43 series delivers fast, dependable printing up to 203 mm/s (8.0 ips) across distribution centers, light manufacturing floors, courier parcel hubs, retail backrooms, and healthcare pharmacies.

Key Enterprise Features

  • Compact Space-Saving Form Factors: Engineered for tight workspaces, shallow cabinets, and slide-out shelving. The standard PD43 features a flat-top design with top media door accommodating full 8.0-inch (203 mm) OD rolls, while the ultra-compact PD43c features a side-loading door optimized for tight airline counters and customer service desks.
  • Rugged All-Metal Construction: Heavy-duty metal chassis and cast-aluminum print mechanism protect your hardware investment, ensuring precise media tracking and durable service life in demanding industrial environments.
  • Fast Print Speeds & Sharp 300 dpi Precision: Produces clean, crisp barcode labels up to 203 mm/s (8.0 ips) at 203 dpi, and up to 152 mm/s (6.0 ips) at 300 dpi for high-density 2D Data Matrix codes, tiny jewelry tags, and small electronic component labels.
  • Intuitive 10-Language Color Graphic Display: A vibrant 2.36-inch color LCD display (supporting 10 languages including English, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese) provides clear status animations, setup wizards, and error prompts, simplifying operation and training.
  • Comprehensive Command Emulations (ZSim2 / DPL / Fingerprint): Features native support for major printer command languages including ZSim2 (ZPL-II emulation), Direct Protocol (DP), DPL, IPL, and XML, making legacy printer replacement effortless with zero host software redesign.
  • PC-Free Standalone Smart Printing: Run custom C# for Printers or Fingerprint standalone applications directly inside the printer, enabling operators to connect USB barcode scanners, digital weighing scales, or keyboards directly to the printer without requiring a dedicated host PC.
  • Tool-Free Maintenance & Upgrades: Quick-change printhead and platen roller snap out and replace in seconds without tools, minimizing maintenance downtime and ongoing service expenses.

Technical Specifications

Print Technology Thermal Transfer (TT) and Direct Thermal (DT)
Print Resolution 203 dpi (8.0 dots/mm) or 300 dpi (11.8 dots/mm)
Max Print Speed • 203 dpi: up to 203 mm/s (8.0 ips)
• 300 dpi: up to 152 mm/s (6.0 ips)
Max Print Width • 203 dpi: 104 mm (4.1 in)
• 300 dpi: 102 mm (4.0 in)
Max Print Length 203 dpi: 1727 mm (68.0 in); 300 dpi: 900 mm (35.4 in)
Ribbon Specifications • Length: 300 m (984 ft)
• Core ID: 25.4 mm (1.0 in) or 12.7 mm (0.5 in)
• Width: 25.4 mm to 110 mm (1.0 in to 4.3 in), ink-in or ink-out
Media Specifications • Roll OD: PD43: 203 mm (8.0 in) on 76.2 mm / 38.1 mm core; PD43c: compact internal roll or external feed
• Width: 19 mm to 118 mm (0.75 in to 4.65 in)
• Thickness: 0.076 mm to 0.255 mm (3.0 mil to 10.0 mil)
Processor & Memory Arm Cortex-A9 400 MHz processor; 128 MB Flash, 128 MB SDRAM; external USB flash drive support
Display & Interface 2.36-inch Color Graphic LCD (320 × 240 pixels) with 10 languages, or Icon-based display
Communication Interfaces • Standard: USB 2.0 Device, USB 2.0 Host
• Optional: Ethernet (10/100 Mbps), RS-232 Serial, Parallel IEEE 1284, Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n) & Bluetooth
Printer Command Languages ZSim2 (ZPL-II), Direct Protocol (DP), DPL, Fingerprint, IPL, ESim (EPL), XML for SAP® and Oracle® WMS
Operating Temperature +5°C to +40°C (+41°F to +104°F)
Dimensions & Weight • PD43 (Flat Top): 470 mm × 211 mm × 249 mm (18.5 in × 8.3 in × 9.8 in); 9.5 kg (21.0 lb)
• PD43c (Compact): 236 mm × 211 mm × 205 mm (9.3 in × 8.3 in × 8.1 in); 8.4 kg (18.5 lb)

Target Workflows & Applications

  • Warehouse & Logistics: Shipping and receiving carton labels, pallet identification tags, cross-dock dispatch routing, and put-away slips.
  • Light Manufacturing & WIP: Work-in-process tracking, product compliance nameplates, electronic component labeling, and parts bin tags.
  • Parcel Courier & Postal: Fast airway bill generation, dispatch sorting tags, and proof-of-drop labels.
  • Retail Backroom & Healthcare: Inventory markdown labels, shelf edge tags, prescription labeling, and clinical asset tracking.
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