Brady M511 Portable Wireless Industrial Label Printer
- Labels up to 1.5 inches wide, edge to edge
- 300 dpi thermal print
- 1,000 labels per charge, 8+ hours of work
- 6 ft drops, 250 lb crush per MIL-STD-810G
- Bluetooth 5.0, 65 ft range, 5 users
- M4 and M5 cartridges
- 2 year warranty
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A rugged industrial label printer for warehouses and job sites that survives drops and dust and runs all shift on a charge. It prints slowly, and it is overbuilt for kitchen or classroom labeling.
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ASIN: B0CFM94L6SModel: M511Category: Label Printers
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Overview
Not a home craft labeler, the Brady printer is a rugged job site tool that prints durable labels for assets, wiring and inventory. It pairs with Android or iPhone over Bluetooth, runs on a lithium battery and loads Brady cartridges.
Drop, crush and dust resistance plus a full shift of battery life suit warehouses and outdoor equipment. Print output is slow and cartridges are Brady specific, so it fits professional labeling, not casual use.
Who it's for
Warehouse staff, electricians and maintenance teams who label in harsh conditions get a printer built to take abuse. Home organizers will be paying for toughness they never use.
Pros and cons
- Survives drops, crushes and dust
- Full shift battery life
- Edge to edge printing
- Several users can share it
- Slow print speed
- Brady cartridges only
- Weight not listed
- Bulky for a pocket
Performance notes
Thermal printing onto Brady vinyl cartridges gives labels that hold up indoors and outdoors. Edge to edge printing uses the whole label width, cutting waste on small tags. The battery and sealed build, not print speed, are what let it work a full shift on site.
Specifications
| Brand | Brady |
|---|---|
| Model | M511 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 6.4 x 6 x 3.6 inches |
| Maximum Media Size | 1.5 inch wide labels |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Printer Output Type | Monochrome |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Battery | Internal Li-ion, 1,000 labels per charge, 8+ hours |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Yellow |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Printer Connectivity Type | Bluetooth 5.0, 65 ft range, up to 5 users |
| Compatible Devices | Android, iPhone |
| Compatible cartridge | M4, M5 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 year manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Resolution | 300 x 300 |
| Printer Type | Thermal |
| BuiltIn Media | M511 printer, M5C-1500-595-WT-BK vinyl cartridge, M211-M511-AC adapter, quick start guide, Brady Workstation Basic Design Suite |
| Durability | 6 ft drops, 250 lb crush, sand and dust (MIL-STD-810G) |
| BW Pages per Minute | 1.33 |
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the Brady M511?
The M511 printer, one indoor and outdoor vinyl label cartridge (M5C-1500-595-WT-BK), the M211-M511-AC adapter, a quick start guide and Brady Workstation Basic Design Suite.
How tough is the Brady M511?
It resists 6 ft drops, 250 lb crushes and blowing sand and dust per MIL-STD-810G.
How long does the battery last?
About 1,000 labels or 8+ hours of work per charge.
Can several people print to one M511?
Yes. Bluetooth 5.0 connects up to 5 users at once, with a 65 ft range.
Can I design labels on a PC?
Yes. The description says you can design and print from a PC, and Brady Workstation software is included.