Zebra GK420t Thermal Transfer Desktop Label Printer
- 4 inch print width
- 203 dpi print resolution
- 5 in/sec maximum print speed
- USB and Ethernet connectivity
- Thermal transfer and direct thermal printing
- 1 in core, 5 in diameter, 4.25 in width media rolls
- Energy Star approved, 70 watts
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact thermal printer for shipping and mailing labels. Thermal transfer needs a ribbon, and the copy and scanner fields in the listing do not apply.
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ASIN: B005J037F6Model: GK420t
Overview
Not an office document printer, this Zebra is a desktop thermal label printer that prints by thermal transfer with a ribbon, or direct thermal on suitable media with none. It connects by USB or Ethernet.
Choose it for running address, shipping, mailing, file folder and barcode labels from a desk. The ribbon is a separate purchase for thermal transfer, and the listing's copy speed and scanner entries are errors for a print-only device.
Who it's for
A desk that prints shipping labels, name tags or file folder labels on rolls suits the label width and network port. Buyers who want a printer for documents, or a wider label, should choose another device.
Pros and cons
- Thermal transfer and direct thermal modes
- USB and Ethernet connections
- Energy Star approved
- Print speed of five inches per second
- Ribbon needed for thermal transfer
- Copy and scan fields do not apply
- Print only, monochrome
- Media roll size limits apply
Performance notes
Heat from the print head transfers ink from a ribbon to the label, or darkens direct thermal media, so the label quality depends on matching ribbon and media. Print speed tops out at the listed rate, and resolution is fixed. The rolls must fit the listed core, diameter and width limits.
Specifications
| Brand | Zebra |
|---|---|
| Model | GK420t |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Color Depth | 1 bpp |
| Item Dimensions D X W X H | 9.5"D x 12.5"W x 9"H |
| Item Weight | 16 ounces |
| Maximum Media Size | 5 x 7 in |
| Paper Size | 4 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Maximum Copy Speed Black And White | 60 pages_per_minute |
| Maximum Sheet Capacity | 11 |
| Printer Output Type | Monochrome |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 70 watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Ink Color | Gray |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | PC |
| Printer Connectivity Type | Ethernet |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Type | limited warranty |
| Other details | |
| Additional Printer Functions | Print Only |
| BuiltIn Media | Printer, Media Rolls |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Duplex | Simplex |
| Other Special Features Of The Product | Network-Ready |
| Print Media | Labels |
| Printer Type | Thermal |
| Resolution | 203 x 203 DPI |
| Scanner Type | Sheetfed |
| Series Number | 420 |
| Specific Uses For Product | personal |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Zebra GK420t need a ribbon?
Only for thermal transfer printing. It can also print direct thermal, which uses direct thermal media and no ribbon.
Is the Zebra GK420t a color printer?
No. It is a monochrome, print-only label printer.
What can the Zebra GK420t print?
The description names address, shipping, mailing, file folder, barcode and binder labels, plus name tags.