Brother P-Touch PT-D400AD Label Maker with AC Adapter
- TZe tapes 3.5, 6, 9, 12 and 18 mm wide
- AC adapter included, or 6 AA batteries not included
- 14 fonts, 10 styles, 7 sizes
- 99 frames and over 600 symbols, plus barcodes
- Memory for 50 labels
- 180 dpi, 15.8 mm maximum print height
- 2 years limited warranty
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A desktop label maker with a QWERTY keyboard and graphical display for office and home organizing on laminated tapes. It works only with Brother TZe tapes and prints in one color per tape.
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ASIN: B00LV8QI9MModel: PT-D400ADCategory: Label Makers
Overview
Brother made this P-Touch labeler with a full QWERTY keyboard and one-touch keys for fonts, frames and symbols, so labels are typed and styled on the device. A graphical display shows the layout before printing, and top-loading TZe cassettes swap widths and colors.
Typing on a real keyboard with a graphical display makes multi-line labels and barcodes quick to get right, and the included adapter means no battery hunt. Supplies are tied to Brother TZe cassettes.
Who it's for
People labeling folders, storage bins and network cables will use the keyboard, memory and frames often. Those printing address or shipping labels need a different kind of printer.
Pros and cons
- QWERTY keyboard for fast typing
- Graphical display shows labels first
- AC adapter in the box
- Stores frequently used labels
- Brother TZe tapes only
- Batteries not included
- Starter tape is short
- Narrow maximum tape width
Performance notes
Print quality comes from thermal printing onto laminated TZe tape, so labels hold up to water, heat and fading. Character size is limited by tape width, which caps how large text can print. Saved labels in memory skip retyping for repeat jobs.
Specifications
| Brand | Brother |
|---|---|
| Model | PT-D400AD |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Maximum print height | 15.8 mm |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 7 x 7.4 x 2.8 inches |
| Paper Size | Up to 18 mm (3/4 inch) |
| Item weight | 1.6 pounds |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power source | AC adapter (included) or 6 AA batteries (not included) |
| Construction & materials | |
| Frames and symbols | 99 frames, over 600 symbols, barcodes |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Printer Connectivity Type | USB |
| Compatible tape | Brother TZe, 3.5, 6, 9, 12, 18 mm |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 years limited warranty |
| Other details | |
| Resolution | 180 dpi |
| Printer Type | Thermal label maker |
| Control Type | QWERTY keyboard, one-touch keys |
| Display Type | Graphical LCD |
| BuiltIn Media | Label maker, power adapter, 18 mm x 4 m black on white TZe tape cassette |
| Fonts | 14 fonts, 10 styles, 7 sizes |
| Maximum copies | 9 |
| Label memory | Up to 50 labels |
Frequently asked questions
How do I change the tape on the Brother PT-D400AD?
It uses a top-loading tape design, so you open the top and swap the TZe cassette to change colors or widths.
Which tapes work with the PT-D400AD?
Brother Genuine P-Touch TZe tapes in 3.5, 6, 9, 12 and 18 mm widths. The description lists dozens of specific TZe cassettes.
Does the PT-D400AD need batteries?
No. An AC adapter is included. It can also run on 6 AA batteries, which are not included.
Can the Brother PT-D400AD print barcodes?
Yes. The description says barcodes are available along with fonts, frames and symbols.
Are PT-D400AD labels waterproof?
The standard TZe tapes are laminated and described as withstanding water, heat and fading.