What type of printing does the BIXOLON SLP-TX420 support?
The SLP-TX420 supports both Thermal Transfer and Direct Thermal printing, allowing you to print either durable ribbon-based labels or standard heat-sensitive labels depending on application needs.
What print resolution does the SLP-TX420 have?
It has a 203 dpi print resolution (with a 300 dpi variant available in the TX423 model), suitable for barcodes, text and general labelling.
What is the maximum print width?
The maximum print width is up to 108 mm (4.25"), making it suitable for standard 4-inch label formats.
How fast can the SLP-TX420 print?
It can print at speeds of up to 178 mm per second (7 ips), depending on media and settings.
What label sizes can the printer handle?
It supports media widths from 20 mm to 110 mm and roll diameters up to 130 mm, covering everything from small product labels to shipping labels.
What ribbon does it use?
It supports wax, wax/resin and resin ribbons up to 110 mm wide, with ribbon lengths up to 74 m in compact desktop format.
What media types does it support?
It supports die-cut labels, continuous media, black mark, notch and fanfold label types.
What connectivity options are available?
Standard interfaces include USB, Serial and Parallel, with optional Ethernet, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth depending on configuration.
Does the SLP-TX420 support cutter or peeler options?
Yes, optional auto-cutter and peeler modules are available for automated label handling.
What memory does it have?
It includes 64 MB SDRAM and 128 MB Flash memory.
What operating systems is it compatible with?
It supports Windows, Linux and macOS, along with driver and SDK support for integration into label software systems.
What is the difference between the SLP-TX420 and SLP-TX423?
The TX420 is 203 dpi (faster printing), while the TX423 is 300 dpi (higher detail for small text and dense barcodes).
