| Printer | Technology | Resolution | Max Speed | Ribbon? | Approx. Price | |---------|------------|------------|-----------|---------|---------------| | | Direct Thermal | 300/600 DPI | 6 ips | No | $$ | | Zebra GK420d | Direct Thermal | 203 DPI | 6 ips | No | $$ | | Rollo X1038 | Direct Thermal | 203 DPI | 6 ips | No | $ | | Brady BBP31 | Thermal Transfer | 300 DPI | 4 ips | Yes | $$$ |
This is the dividing line for potential buyers. afinia fp230
At 6 ips, it is competitive for its class. A 4" x 6" shipping label prints in approximately 1 second, not including data processing time. Sustained throughput is consistent without dropouts. | Printer | Technology | Resolution | Max Speed | Ribbon