DYMO LabelWriter 450 Label Printer
- Thermal printing, no ink or toner
- 300 x 300 dpi, black monochrome
- 51 per minute listed maximum speed
- USB to a PC
- 1.4 pounds, 6.38 x 10.55 x 5.59 inches
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact USB label printer for an office that makes address, file folder and badge labels from a PC without sheet labels. Label sizes are listed inconsistently, so confirm the roll you need first.
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ASIN: B0031SG048Model: S0838810Category: Label Makers
Overview
Not a sheet printer and not a handheld labeler, the LabelWriter 450 is a compact desktop unit that prints address, file folder and name badge labels from rolls. It connects to a PC by USB and uses thermal printing, so no ink or toner goes in.
Skipping sheet labels on a desktop printer is the reason to own it, since single labels print on demand without wasting a page. Output is black only, and the media size figures in the listing do not agree, so check label compatibility before ordering.
Who it's for
Reception desks and small offices that make labels throughout the day from one computer are the setting. People who label away from a desk, or need colored print, should choose a different device.
Pros and cons
- No ink or toner to buy
- Prints single labels without wasting sheets
- Compact desktop footprint
- Simple USB connection
- Black output only
- Label size specs conflict in the listing
- USB only, no network option listed
- PC is the only named device
Performance notes
Thermal printing marks heat-sensitive label stock directly, so print quality depends on using compatible thermal labels instead of any ink setting. Every label is sent from the PC over USB, so layout and speed follow the computer software. Fixed resolution means fine print stays at one sharpness level.
Specifications
| Brand | DYMO |
|---|---|
| Model | S0838810 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 1.4 pounds |
| Dimensions | 6.4 × 10.6 × 5.6 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Output | Monochrome, Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Compatible devices | PC |
| Other details | |
| Print resolution | 300 x 300 dpi |
| Print technology | Thermal |
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the DYMO LabelWriter 450?
An address label starter roll, a power adapter, a power cable, a USB cable and a quick start guide.
Is the DYMO LabelWriter 450 a regular document printer?
No. It prints labels from rolls, such as address, file folder and name badge labels, in black monochrome.
What label sizes fit the DYMO LabelWriter 450?
The listing is unclear: it gives both 8.5 x 11 inches and 4 inches as size figures. Confirm the roll size with DYMO before buying labels.