Bixolon XT5-40 Thermal Transfer Industrial Label Printer

The Bixolon XT5-40 Thermal Transfer Industrial Label Printer is a high-performance 4-inch (114 mm) printing solution engineered for demanding industrial environments. With its robust build, advanced connectivity options, and high-speed output capabilities, it is ideal for heavy-duty applications across logistics, manufacturing, and warehousing. Supporting print resolutions of 203 dpi (XT5-40), 300 dpi (XT5-43), and 600 dpi (XT5-46), the XT5-40 delivers exceptional print quality for text, graphics, and 1D/2D barcodes. Built for productivity and efficiency, it offers fast data processing, flexible media handling, and seamless integration with a wide range of industrial systems.

Product Features

High-Speed, High-Resolution Output

The XT5-40 supports print speeds of up to 14 inches per second (356 mm/sec) and delivers crisp, high-resolution labels with up to 600 dpi. It ensures efficient production without compromising clarity or detail, making it suitable for high-volume operations.

Versatile Connectivity

This printer offers extensive connectivity, including optional Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Parallel, USB, Serial, and industry-leading 1Gbit/sec Ethernet, plus two USB Host ports. SoftAP functionality allows fast wireless setup directly from mobile devices.

RFID Encoding Support

The XT5-40NR model supports UHF RFID printing and encoding, enabling extremely close-spaced inlay encoding with a minimum pitch of 0.6 inches (16 mm), providing powerful inventory and tracking capabilities for smart labeling.

Rugged and User-Friendly Design

Constructed with a durable aluminum body and adhesiveless metal casing, this printer is designed for tough industrial settings. Its space-saving double folding door and 3.5-inch full color TFT LCD display with intuitive UI offer exceptional ease of use and maintenance.

Advanced Software Integration

Includes BIXOLON’s Twin Function™ for easy replication of printer settings via USB, XPM™ (web-based profile manager), and full compatibility with Label Artist™, Label Artist™ Mobile, and BarTender® UltraLite. It also supports SAP® Smart Forms and works with SOTI Connect and BIXOLON’s XCM™ MDM platforms.

Flexible Media Handling and Upgradeable Components

Handles media rolls up to 203 mm and ribbons up to 450 mm. The printhead pressure is adjustable for precise output. Toolless maintenance of the roller and printhead, along with a single-screw mechanism for attaching or upgrading auto-cutters, peelers, and rewinders, allows the printer to evolve with your operational needs.

Product Specifications

• Print Method: Thermal Transfer

• Print Width: Up to 4 inches (114 mm)

• Print Speed: Up to 14 ips (356 mm/sec)

• Print Resolution Options: 203 dpi (XT5-40), 300 dpi (XT5-43), 600 dpi (XT5-46)

• Memory: 512 MB SDRAM, 512 MB Flash

• Connectivity (Optional): Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Parallel, USB, Serial, 1Gbit/sec Ethernet, 2 x USB Host

• Display: 3.5-inch full color TFT LCD with intuitive UI

• RFID Encoding (XT5-40NR): UHF RFID, 0.6 inch (16 mm) minimum pitch

• Media Roll Diameter: Up to 203 mm

• Ribbon Length: Up to 450 mm

• Programming Language Support: SLCS, BPL-Z™, BPL-E™, BPL-D™

• Software Compatibility: Label Artist™, Label Artist™ Mobile, BarTender® UltraLite, SAP® Smart Forms

• Maintenance: Toolless printhead and roller access

• Upgrade Options: Auto-Cutter, Peeler, Rewinder, Rewinder + Peeler (all tool-free, single screw)

• General Purpose I/O (GPIO) Interface: Yes

• Housing: Aluminum with anti-adhesive metal casing

• Operating Environments: Logistics, Manufacturing, Warehousing

• Remote Management: XPM™, XCM™, SOTI Connect compatible