General Overview

• Model Variants:
• PC42t – Thermal Transfer
• PC42d – Direct Thermal
• Brand: Honeywell
• Type: Desktop Label Printer
• Design: Compact, quiet, and user-friendly
• Weight: Approx. 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs)
• Dimensions: 297 × 226 × 177 mm (11.7 × 8.9 × 7.0 in)

Printing Technology

• PC42t: Thermal Transfer – uses ribbon for durable prints
• PC42d: Direct Thermal – no ribbon required
• Resolution: 203 DPI for crisp barcode and text output
• Max Print Speed: Up to 101.6 mm/s
• Max Print Width: 104 mm (4.1″)
• Max Print Length: Up to 1778 mm (70″)

Media Compatibility

• Media Width: 25.4 mm to 110 mm (1.0″ to 4.3″)
• Max Media Diameter: 127 mm (5.0″)
• Media Core Sizes: 25.4 mm (1.0″), 38.1 mm (1.5″)
• Min Label Length: 9.6 mm (0.3″)
• Supported Media Types: Continuous, gap, black mark

Ribbon Support (PC42t only)

• Ribbon Core Sizes: 12.7 mm (0.5″) or 25.4 mm (1.0″)
• Max Ribbon Diameter: 68 mm (2.7″)
• Ribbon Width: 25.4 mm to 109.2 mm
• Max Ribbon Length: Up to 300 m (984 ft)

Connectivity & Integration

• Standard Ports: USB Device + USB Host
• Optional Ports: Serial, Ethernet, Parallel (via USB-to-parallel cable)
• Print Languages: ZSim (ZPL II®), ESim (EPL), Direct Protocol (DP)
• System Compatibility: Windows, Linux, and legacy Intermec environments

Performance & Memory

• Processor: High-speed for fast label throughput
• Memory: Optimized for light-duty applications
• Emulation Support: Compatible with legacy printers and common protocols

Key Features

• Compact and economical for small to medium businesses
• Easy to install and operate with quick-open design
• Supports long ribbon rolls for reduced downtime (PC42t)
• Broad media compatibility and flexible connectivity
• Ideal for barcode labels, shipping tags, and retail stickers
• Quiet operation suitable for office or front-desk use