Brother PT-E850TKWLI Industrial Label Printer

The Brother PT-E850TKWLI Industrial Label Printer is a high-performance labeling solution built to handle demanding commercial and industrial labeling applications. With its twin-engine design, this versatile machine enables seamless printing on both PVC tubes and laminated tapes up to 36mm wide. Engineered for on-site flexibility, it features wireless connectivity, a full QWERTY keyboard, and optional Li-ion battery support. Whether you’re printing warning signs, cable labels, or tube identifiers, the PT-E850TKWLI delivers efficient, durable, and high-resolution output every time.

Product Features

Twin-Engine Tube and Label Printing

The PT-E850TKWLI is the first industrial label printer to feature twin-engine technology, allowing it to print directly on PVC tubes and laminated labels without the need to swap supplies. This capability saves time and boosts productivity on-site.

High-Speed, High-Resolution Output

Delivers superior-quality printing at 360 dpi. With speeds of up to 60mm/sec for labels and 40mm/sec for tubes, this printer is designed for fast-paced industrial environments that demand legibility and durability.

Seamless Switching and Self-Maintenance

Easily switch between tube and label printing without reinserting materials. Self-replaceable components like the tube cleaner, cutter, and rollers allow users to maintain the printer on-site with minimal downtime.

Flexible Connectivity

Print from desktops or mobile devices via USB or WiFi. Supports multiple wireless protocols including Wireless Direct and WPS 2.0 for easy setup and network integration across infrastructure or peer-to-peer environments.

Durable, Industrial-Grade Labels

Compatible with TZe laminated tapes—resistant to water, chemicals, heat, and abrasion—making it ideal for cable labeling, warning signage, and outdoor use. Also supports heat-shrink tube and high-grade tape formats.

Portable and Space-Efficient

Compact design with integrated keyboard storage allows the keyboard to be placed on top of the printer to save workspace. Optional rechargeable Li-ion battery enables mobile operation in the field.

Product Specifications

• Print technology: Thermal transfer
• Print resolution: 360 dpi
• Print speed: 60mm/sec (label), 40mm/sec (tube)
• Maximum tape width: 36mm
• Compatible media types: TZe Laminated Tape, HGe Tape, HSe Heat Shrink Tube
• Supported tape sizes:
  • TZe: 3.5mm, 6mm, 9mm, 12mm, 18mm, 24mm, 36mm
  • HGe: 6mm, 9mm, 12mm, 18mm, 24mm, 36mm
  • HSe: 5.8mm, 8.8mm, 11.7mm, 17.7mm, 23.6mm
• Number of printable lines:
  • Tube: 2 lines
  • Label: up to 17 lines
• Number of characters: 826
• Number of symbols: 465
• Barcode support: 21 protocols via P-touch Editor 5.1
• Display: No integrated display (uses PC/app for interface)
• Keyboard: Full QWERTY keyboard included
• Cutter type: Auto and half cut
• Mirror printing: Yes
• File storage capacity: 99 files
• Memory buffer: Up to 40,000 characters
• Connectivity:
  • USB 2.0 (Full Speed)
  • Wireless LAN: IEEE 802.11b/g/n
  • Infrastructure Mode, Ad-Hoc Mode, Wireless Direct, WPS 2.0
• Power supply:
  • AC adapter (24V, AD9100ESA)
  • Optional Li-ion Battery (14.4V, PA-BT-4000LI)
• Auto power-off:
  • Battery: After 30 minutes of inactivity
• Product dimensions: 338 mm × 188 mm × 173 mm
• Product weight: 4.6 kg