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Honeywell PC42E Series 4-Inch Desktop Label Printer - Direct Thermal & Thermal Transfer Models for Shipping, Retail & Healthcare

Name: Honeywell PC42E Series 4-Inch Desktop Label Printer - Direct Thermal & Thermal Transfer Models for Shipping, Retail & Healthcare
Brand: Honeywell
SKU: DS-HNW-PC42EDB020200

Delivery Time: 0-3 days

Brand Honeywell

Model Number PC42

Manufacture Warranty 2 Years

EpicRise Warranty First Year

Product Highlights

• Multiple configuration options: Direct Thermal (PC42d, PC42E-D) and Thermal Transfer (PC42t, PC42T Plus, PC42E-T) models available

• High-speed printing up to 8 ips (200 mm/s) with 203 or 300 dpi resolution for crisp, professional labels

• Universal command language support: ESim (EPL), ZSim (ZPL-II), DPL, and Direct Protocol with automatic language sensing

• Compact footprint (8.8" x 7.3" x 6.9") with easy media loading, auto-centering, and dual-wall construction for durability

• Printer Edge™ platform on E-series models enables remote management, real-time monitoring, and reduced downtime

• Flexible connectivity: Standard USB device/host, optional Serial and Ethernet (up to 4 ports), plus Wi-Fi and Bluetooth accessories

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Narrative Description

The Honeywell PC42E Series represents a comprehensive line of 4-inch desktop label printers engineered for businesses requiring reliable, versatile printing solutions. Available in both direct thermal and thermal transfer configurations, this series addresses the full spectrum of light-to-medium duty printing applications across retail, logistics, healthcare, and light manufacturing environments. The PC42 Series combines compact design with robust performance, delivering professional-quality labels while minimizing counter space requirements.

Built on Honeywell's proven desktop printer platform, the PC42 Series offers seamless integration into existing IT infrastructure through universal command language support and flexible connectivity options. The newer PC42E models feature the advanced Printer Edge™ platform, providing IT administrators with centralized fleet management capabilities and real-time device monitoring. Whether you're printing shipping labels, retail price tags, patient wristbands, or product identification labels, the PC42 Series delivers consistent output quality with minimal operator intervention.

With intuitive media loading, automatic language sensing, and compatibility with industry-standard label formats, the PC42 Series reduces training time and simplifies deployment across multiple locations. The dual-wall construction ensures durability in demanding environments, while the compact footprint makes it ideal for space-constrained workstations, point-of-sale counters, and shipping stations.

Best For

The Honeywell PC42 Series is designed for organizations requiring dependable desktop label printing across diverse operational environments:

- Retail Operations: Point-of-sale price tag printing, shelf label creation, and receipt generation with fast turnaround times and clear barcode readability

- Shipping & Logistics: Express delivery waybills, warehouse shipping labels, and package identification tags with support for high-volume daily printing requirements

- Healthcare Facilities: Patient wristband printing, laboratory specimen labels, pharmacy labeling, and medical records identification with reliable direct thermal output

- Light Manufacturing: Product identification labels, inventory tags, work-in-process tracking labels, and compliance labeling for production environments

- Office & Administration: Mail room operations, asset tagging, visitor badge printing, and general-purpose labeling applications requiring professional presentation

Key Features

- Dual Technology Options: Choose Direct Thermal models (PC42d, PC42E-D) for short-term applications or Thermal Transfer models (PC42t, PC42T Plus, PC42E-T) for durable, long-lasting labels requiring color ribbon printing

- High-Performance Print Engine: 203 dpi standard resolution (300 dpi available on PC42E-T) with printing speeds up to 8 ips (200 mm/s) and maximum print width of 4.1 inches (104 mm)

- Universal Language Compatibility: Integrated support for ESim (EPL), ZSim (ZPL-II), DPL, and Honeywell Direct Protocol with automatic language detection eliminates configuration complexity

- User-Friendly Design: Simple top-loading media mechanism with automatic centering, large viewing window for media monitoring, and intuitive controls reduce operator errors

- Extended Ribbon Capacity: PC42T Plus accommodates ribbons up to 300 meters (984 feet) on 1-inch cores—over four times competitor capacity—minimizing change-out frequency and maximizing productivity

- Printer Edge™ Intelligence: E-series models feature centralized fleet management, remote diagnostics, real-time status monitoring, and OpIntel analytics to optimize uptime and reduce maintenance costs

- Flexible Connectivity: Standard USB device and host ports, with optional Serial and Ethernet interfaces (up to 4 simultaneous connections), plus Wi-Fi and Bluetooth accessory support

- Generous Memory Configuration: 64-128 MB Flash and SDRAM (256 MB on E-series models) with optional USB flash drive expansion up to 32 GB for storing fonts, graphics, and label templates

- Wide Media Compatibility: Handles label widths from 1 to 4.3 inches, lengths from 0.34 to 39 inches, with 5-inch maximum roll diameter on standard 1-inch or 1.5-inch cores

- Industrial-Grade Construction: Dual-wall housing provides durability and noise reduction (<70 dB), operating reliably in temperatures from 5°C to 40°C with universal auto-switching power supply

Quick Specs

Specification	PC42d / PC42E-D (Direct Thermal)	PC42t / PC42T Plus / PC42E-T (Thermal Transfer)
Print Technology	Direct Thermal	Thermal Transfer
Print Resolution	203 dpi (8 dpmm)	203 dpi (300 dpi available on PC42E-T)
Maximum Print Speed	8 ips / 200 mm/s (PC42d) 6 ips (PC42E-D)	5 ips / 125 mm/s (PC42t/Plus) 6 ips (PC42E-T)
Maximum Print Width	4.1 in / 104 mm	4.1 in / 104 mm
Media Width Range	1.0 - 4.3 in / 25.4 - 110 mm	Up to 4.3 in / 110 mm
Label Length Range	0.34 - 39 in / 9.6 mm - 99 cm	Varies by model
Maximum Media Roll	5.0 in / 127 mm diameter	5.0 in / 127 mm diameter
Media Core Size	1.0 in / 1.5 in (25.4 / 38.1 mm)	0.5 in / 1.0 in (12.7 / 25.4 mm)
Ribbon Capacity	N/A	Up to 300 m / 984 ft (PC42T Plus on 1" core) 68 mm / 2.7 in maximum diameter
Memory (Standard)	PC42d: 128 MB Flash / 64 MB SDRAM PC42E-D: 256 MB Flash / 256 MB SDRAM	64 MB Flash / 64 MB SDRAM
Memory Expansion	Up to 32 GB via USB flash drive (FAT16/FAT32)	Varies by model
Processor	ARM926 core, 400 MHz	High-speed processor
Command Languages	ESim (EPL), ZSim (ZPL-II), DPL, Direct Protocol (DP) with automatic language sensing
Standard Interfaces	PC42d: USB Device, USB Host PC42E-D: USB Device, USB Host, Ethernet, Serial	USB Device, USB Host
Optional Interfaces	Serial or Ethernet (up to 4 total ports)	Serial or Serial+Ethernet (up to 4 ports)
Accessories Support	Cutter, Peeler, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (E-series models)
Management Platform	Printer Edge™ with OpIntel (E-series models)
Dimensions (L×W×H)	8.8 × 7.3 × 6.9 in / 222.5 × 184 × 174 mm
Weight	3.3 lb / 1.5 kg	Varies by model
Operating Temperature	41°F - 104°F / 5°C - 40°C
Storage Temperature	-40°F - 140°F / -40°C - 60°C
Humidity Range	15-80% RH non-condensing (operating)
Noise Level	<70 dB
Power Input	100-240V AC / 90-264V AC @ 50-60 Hz, auto-switching
Power Output	24V DC, 2.5A
Daily Print Volume	Approximately 500 labels (light-to-medium duty)

What We're Here to Help With

As an authorized Honeywell reseller, EpicRise Electronics provides comprehensive support for your PC42 Series deployment. Our enterprise sales team can assist with model selection, volume pricing, configuration guidance, and integration planning. We maintain inventory of all PC42 variants along with compatible media, ribbons, and accessories to ensure your operations run smoothly. Contact our B2B sales specialists for customized quotes, fleet deployment strategies, and ongoing technical support tailored to your organization's printing requirements.

Product Details
Color	Black

What is the difference between the PC42d and PC42t models?

The PC42d is a direct thermal printer that prints by applying heat directly to heat-sensitive media, making it ideal for short-term applications like shipping labels and receipts. The PC42t is a thermal transfer printer that uses a heated ribbon to transfer ink onto various label materials, producing durable, long-lasting labels suitable for product identification, asset tags, and applications requiring resistance to heat, light, and chemicals.

What are the advantages of the newer PC42E-series models over the standard PC42 models?

The PC42E-series models (PC42E-D and PC42E-T) are built on Honeywell's Printer Edge™ platform, offering enhanced features including: higher memory capacity (256 MB Flash/SDRAM), built-in Ethernet and Serial connectivity as standard, 300 dpi resolution option on the PC42E-T, ECO button for reducing label waste, real-time monitoring and remote management via Printer Edge™ and OpIntel software, and support for advanced accessories like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cutters, and peelers.

What print speeds can I expect from the PC42 Series?

Print speeds vary by model: The PC42d offers up to 8 ips (200 mm/s) maximum speed with 6 ips (150 mm/s) default. The PC42t/PC42T Plus prints up to 5 ips (125 mm/s). The PC42E models (both E-D and E-T) deliver up to 6 ips. All models provide 203 dpi resolution as standard, with the PC42E-T also available in 300 dpi for applications requiring finer detail.

Will the PC42 work with my existing label design software and ERP system?

Yes, the PC42 Series offers excellent compatibility through integrated support for multiple command languages including ESim (EPL), ZSim (ZPL-II), DPL, and Honeywell Direct Protocol. The printer automatically senses the incoming command language without requiring manual configuration. This universal language support ensures compatibility with most label design software, ERP systems, WMS platforms, and legacy applications, making it an ideal replacement for various Intermec and competitive brand printers.

What connectivity options are available for network integration?

Connectivity varies by model. All PC42 models include standard USB Device and USB Host ports. The standard PC42d and PC42t models offer optional Serial or Ethernet interfaces, supporting up to 4 total interface ports. The PC42E-D comes with Ethernet and Serial already factory-installed along with USB. The E-series models also support optional Wi-Fi and Bluetooth accessories, providing maximum flexibility for network integration, mobile device connectivity, and standalone operation.

How much ribbon does the PC42T Plus hold compared to other desktop printers?

The PC42T Plus offers exceptional ribbon capacity, accommodating ribbons up to 300 meters (984 feet) in length when using 1-inch (25.4 mm) ribbon cores. This is more than four times the capacity of competing desktop printers, significantly reducing the frequency of ribbon changes and maximizing productivity. The printer also supports 0.5-inch (12.7 mm) cores with an easy-switch mechanism, providing flexibility based on your ribbon supply preferences.

What media sizes and types are compatible with the PC42 Series?

The PC42 Series supports a wide range of media: label widths from 1.0 to 4.3 inches (25.4 to 110 mm), label lengths from 0.34 inches to 39 inches (9.6 mm to 99 cm), maximum roll diameter of 5 inches (127 mm), and core sizes of 1.0 inch or 1.5 inches (25.4 or 38.1 mm) for direct thermal models, with 0.5 inch or 1.0 inch cores for thermal transfer models. The printers are compatible with standard die-cut labels, continuous labels, tags, receipts, and wristbands using gap or black mark sensing.

Can I manage multiple PC42 printers remotely across different locations?

Yes, if you select the PC42E-series models (PC42E-D or PC42E-T), you gain access to Honeywell's Printer Edge™ platform with OpIntel capabilities. This provides centralized fleet management, real-time device monitoring, remote diagnostics, firmware updates, and performance analytics across all your networked printers. The unified platform helps reduce printer downtime, optimize supply usage, and lower total cost of ownership through proactive maintenance and enhanced operational visibility.

What is the recommended daily print volume for the PC42 Series?

The PC42 Series is designed for light-to-medium duty printing applications, with a recommended daily print volume of approximately 500 labels. This makes it ideal for retail counters, small shipping departments, healthcare stations, and office environments where reliable, consistent output is needed without the cost and footprint of industrial-grade printers. For higher-volume requirements, consult with EpicRise Electronics to explore Honeywell's mid-range or industrial printer options.

What comes included with the PC42 printer purchase?

Standard package contents typically include the PC42 printer unit, power supply with regional power cord, USB cable, quick start guide, and driver CD/software. The specific included accessories, media samples, and documentation may vary by model and configuration. For detailed information about what's included with your specific PC42 model and to discuss any additional accessories or media supplies needed for your deployment, please contact EpicRise Electronics directly for accurate packaging details and volume purchase options.

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