Godex G500 Thermal Transfer Printer 4 Inch

Overview

Godex designed this label printer to print barcodes and shipping labels by thermal transfer, using a ribbon to lay black onto labels fed from a roll. Twin-Sensor technology reads a broad range of label stock, and it connects by USB, serial or Ethernet.

Thermal transfer printing with a long ribbon suits labels that must survive handling, and the three interfaces fit older and networked setups alike. The listing leaves out print speed and warranty length, which a buyer should confirm first.

Who it's for

Retail and industrial users who print durable barcode labels from a PC or network will find it suited to the job. People labeling a few envelopes at home need a smaller direct thermal printer.

Pros and cons

Performance notes

Thermal transfer melts ribbon onto the label, so prints resist rubbing and fading better than heat-sensitive paper alone. The twin sensors detect gaps and marks on different label types, which lets one printer handle varied stock. Resolution sets the floor for barcode density, so very small codes print less crisply.

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