DYMO LabelWriter 450 Direct Thermal Label Printer
- Direct thermal printing, no ink or toner
- 300 x 300 dpi, monochrome output
- Up to 51 per minute listed print speed
- USB connection to a PC or Mac
- Windows 7 or later, Mac OS X v10.8 or later
- 5 watts power consumption
- 2.2 pounds, 4.87 x 7.25 x 5.75 inches
- 2-year limited warranty
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact thermal label printer that prints addresses, folders and badges straight from Office and Google Contacts without ink. Output is black only, and the listing is unclear on label widths.
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ASIN: B0027JBLV4Model: 1752264Category: Label Printers
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Overview
A front office desk or home mailing corner is where the DYMO LabelWriter earns its space, printing address, file folder and badge labels from a connected PC or Mac. Direct thermal printing over USB means no ink or toner, and labels print straight from Outlook, Excel, Word and Google Contacts.
Printing directly from contact lists and spreadsheets turns a stack of envelopes into a short job, and the thermal design removes ink from the routine. DYMO Stamps software comes with it for desktop postage. Output is single-color, and the media size figures conflict, so confirm label widths before ordering supplies.
Who it's for
Small offices and home sellers who label envelopes, folders and badges daily will use it most. Crafters wanting color or decorative labels should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- No ink or toner to replace
- Prints from Outlook, Excel and Word
- Works with PC and Mac
- Low power draw
- Monochrome labels only
- Needs a USB link to a computer
- Media size figures conflict in the listing
Performance notes
Thermal printing heats the label surface instead of laying down ink, so label stock decides print contrast and how long text lasts. Speed depends on label length and the content sent from the computer. Direct printing from Office apps and Google Contacts removes the copy step between your address list and the label.
Specifications
| Brand | DYMO |
|---|---|
| Model | 1752264 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 2.2 pounds |
| Item dimensions d x W x h | 4.9 × 7.2 × 5.7 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Printer output type | Monochrome |
| Print speed | Up to 51 per minute |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power consumption | 5 watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black/silver |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Os compatibility | Windows 7 or later, Mac OS X v10.8 or later |
| Software compatibility | Outlook, Excel, Word, Google Contacts |
| Included components | |
| Included software | DYMO Stamps |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty description | 2 years |
| Other details | |
| Print resolution | 300 x 300 dpi |
| Printer type | Direct Thermal |
Frequently asked questions
Is the DYMO LabelWriter 450 a regular desktop printer?
No. It prints labels only, not full sheets. It replaces sheet labels run through a standard desktop printer for addresses, files and badges.
Can the DYMO LabelWriter 450 print postage?
It comes with DYMO Stamps software for printing USPS-approved postage directly from your desktop.
Can I print labels from Excel or Outlook with the DYMO LabelWriter 450?
Yes. The description lists printing directly from Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and Google Contacts.
What label sizes fit the DYMO LabelWriter 450?
The listing is unclear: it gives a 3 x 5 inch maximum media size and a separate paper size of 2.35 with no unit. Confirm the label width with DYMO before buying supplies.
Where do I find troubleshooting help for the DYMO LabelWriter 450?
DYMO points to the instruction manual for troubleshooting steps.