BIXOLON SLP-DX420 4" Direct Thermal Desktop Barcode and Label Printer - SLP-DX420G/USA

The BIXOLON SLP-DX420 4-Inch Direct Thermal Desktop Barcode and Label Printer (SLP-DX420G/USA) delivers proven, heavy-duty label printing performance tailored for retail checkout counters, warehouse dispatch, logistics, postal services, and healthcare labeling. Delivering crisp 203 dpi resolution at print speeds up to 7 inches per second (178 mm/sec), the SLP-DX420 handles demanding shipping, inventory, and compliance labeling tasks with rapid output and minimal downtime. Equipped with an all-in-one legacy and modern hardware interface suite—featuring Serial (RS-232), IEEE 1284 Parallel, and High-Speed USB 2.0—the SLP-DX420G/USA offers plug-and-play versatility for both modern workstations and existing legacy industrial systems.

Product Features:

High-Speed Direct Thermal Printing: Produces high-clarity 203 dpi labels and barcodes at print speeds up to 7 ips (178 mm/sec) to keep fulfillment and packing stations running efficiently.
All-in-One Interface Suite: Standard onboard USB 2.0, RS-232C Serial, and IEEE 1284 Parallel connectivity ensure seamless compatibility with legacy POS systems, manufacturing PCs, and modern enterprise software.
No Ribbon Required: Utilizes direct thermal media technology, eliminating ribbon costs, reducing operational overhead, and simplifying media replenishment.
Smart Media Detection: Features Smart Media Detection™ to automatically recognize various media types and label lengths (gap, black mark, notch, or continuous) with minimal manual calibration.
Compact Clamshell Design: User-friendly top-loading clamshell enclosure allows fast, drop-in roll replacement, supporting media rolls up to 5 inches in outer diameter.
Broad Emulation Support: Out-of-the-box compatibility with SLCS™, BPL-Z™ (ZPLII), and BPL-E™ (EPL) languages enables easy drop-in replacement for existing desktop barcode printers.
Integrated Standard Tear-Bar: Standard configuration includes a serrated tear-bar for simple, reliable manual label detachment.

Technical Specifications:

Model / Part Number: SLP-DX420G/USA (SLP-DX420G)
Series: SLP-DX420
Print Technology: Direct Thermal
Print Speed: Up to 7 ips (178 mm/sec)
Print Resolution: 203 dpi
Print Width: Up to 4.25" (108 mm)
Print Length: Up to 39.37" (1,000 mm)
Interface Ports: USB 2.0 (Type-B), Serial (RS-232C), Parallel (IEEE 1284)
Memory: 64 MB SDRAM, 128 MB Flash
Media Width: 0.78" to 4.33" (20 mm to 110 mm)
Max Media Roll Diameter: Up to 5.11" (130 mm)
Media Core Diameter: 1.0" to 1.5" (25.4 mm to 38.1 mm)
Media Types: Gap, Black Mark, Notch, Continuous, Fanfold
Media Sensing: Transmissive sensor, Reflective sensor, Printhead-open sensor