Desktop Printers
Of the many desktop printers available, this group represents the best. They all feature standard large format 300M ribbons and large motors. They offer the same low cost of operation and duty cycle as industrial printers by utilizing external roll holders for 8" diameter rolls of labels, or tags.
Datamax E-Class: Basic, Advanced, Professional,
Professional Plus
Pros:
• Advanced Controllers - Zebra, Eltron Emulations
• Unique ribbon capability: Standard 1" core 300M rolls or ½" core rolls
• This allows Companies with Zebra printers to add E-Class printers without having to buy different ribbons
• LCD Displays and Adjustable sensors in all models, except Basic
• WiFi available in Pro models
• Large hybrid stepper motors in the Professional and Pro Plus models
• Increased 7" roll Media capacity in Professional Plus models (Optional Case lock for ticket applications)
• Lithium battery pack accessory for stand-alone cart operation
• USB hosting for keyboard or scanner input
• The Corporate choice
Cons:
• Small motors in Basic and Advanced models
Godex: Class leader for Desktop printer design.
Pros:
• 200/300/600 dpi models
• Cutting edge design
• Outstanding reliability and ease of operation
• Large hybrid stepper motor
• color display
• Auto calibration button in the RT700i series
• Standard Ethernet and USB
• USB hosting in RT700i models
• Fast - up to 7 inches per second
• Simple Stand-alone operation
• Compatible with the Datamax Lithium battery pack
• Included free software
• The industry standard
Cons:
• Small motor in G series
TSC: The originator of this advanced class of desktop.
New models challenge for class leader.
Pros:
• New design
• Fast, cheap and reliable
• 200/300/600 dpi models
• Up to 8 inch per second speed
• Color Display, Large hybrid Stepper Motor
• Standard Ethernet, optional WiFi
• Easy loading
• Stand-Alone operation
• The Contender
Cons:
• Ethernet Optional in TTP/TDP-247
• Service complexity in older models