Description
The Bixolon XD5-40T is a 4-inch desktop thermal transfer printer designed for high-performance, long-life labeling in demanding sectors like manufacturing ⚙️, logistics 🚛, healthcare 🏥, and retail 🛍️. It offers both thermal transfer and direct thermal modes, giving you flexible media choices for either temporary or durable labeling needs.
With its dual-ribbon support, rugged construction, and advanced connectivity options, the XD5-40T delivers precision, speed, and dependability — all in a user-friendly package 👌.
📦 Key Features:
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🖨️ Dual-mode printing – Thermal Transfer and Direct Thermal
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⚡ High-speed output – up to 152 mm/sec
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🧠 Supports 300m ribbon – for less frequent replacements
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🌐 Triple interface – USB + Serial + Ethernet (standard)
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📶 Optional Wi-Fi & Bluetooth for wireless printing
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🧰 Tool-free maintenance – quick access to print head and roller
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🧻 Flexible media support – gap, black mark, notched, and continuous
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🎯 Emulation-ready – ZPL II, EPL II, DPL compatible
📋 Specifications
| Feature | Description |
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| Printing Method | Thermal Transfer / Direct Thermal |
| Print Speed | Up to 152 mm/sec |
| Print Resolution | 203 dpi |
| Print Width | Max. 108 mm |
| Paper Width | 25.4 mm – 118 mm |
| Ribbon Length | Up to 300 meters |
| Ribbon Core | 0.5″/1″ (ink-in or ink-out supported) |
| Media Type | Gap, Black Mark, Notch, Continuous |
| Roll Diameter | Max. Ø 127 mm |
| Interfaces | USB 2.0 + Serial + Ethernet (Standard), Optional WLAN & Bluetooth |
| Memory | 256MB SDRAM / 256MB Flash |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 203 x 245 x 171 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 2.1 kg |
| Sensors | Gap, Black Mark, Ribbon End, Head Open |
| Emulations | SLCS, BPL-Z™, BPL-E™, BPL-D™ |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
| Software Support | Windows, Mac, Linux, Android SDK, iOS SDK |
