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Bixolon XD3-40D Label Printer, 203dpi, USB, Direct Thermal, 127mm/sec, Black

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XD3-40DK

Built for busy retail, logistics, healthcare, and manufacturing settings, the Bixolon 203Duxe combines compact, durable construction with direct thermal printing to deliver crisp 203 dpi labels at up to 127 mm/sec, while its adjustable reflective sensor, fixed transmissive sensor, and flexible media handling support smooth, dependable everyday operation. With USB connectivity and support for EPL and ZPLII, it is designed for simple integration and efficient label production across a wide range of tasks. Reliable and easy to use.
Description
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The Bixolon 4" Thermal Pro (Bixolon XD3-40D series) is a compact, direct thermal desktop label printer engineered for professional labeling in retail, logistics, warehousing, healthcare and office environments. It delivers reliable 203 dpi print quality for barcodes, text and basic graphics while offering practical throughput and flexible media handling to support shelf labels, shipping tags, asset identification and point-of-sale workflows. Available with peeler options and multiple interface configurations, the family simplifies integration, reduces consumable complexity and improves label handling efficiency for businesses that require consistent, low‑maintenance label production at the point of use.

Key Features

  • Direct thermal printing: Efficient ribbon-free printing for straightforward operation and reduced ongoing consumable needs.
  • 203 dpi resolution: Produces clear, scannable barcodes and legible text suitable for most retail, logistic and healthcare labels.
  • Flexible connectivity: USB, RS-232 and Ethernet are standard across variants, with optional WLAN and Bluetooth on select models to fit diverse integration scenarios.
  • Integrated media handling: Peeler options and reliable media sensors (Black Mark, Gap, and adjustable reflective/transmissive sensors) speed label application and improve detection accuracy.
  • Scalable performance: Model-dependent print speeds up to 178 mm/s and compact 4" (approximately 104–108 mm) print widths support both high-throughput and space-constrained deployments.

Specifications

  • Brand: Bixolon
  • Product Name: Bixolon 4" Thermal Pro
  • Model Reference: XD3-40D series
  • Printing Method: Direct thermal
  • Resolution: 203 dpi
  • Resolution (dots per mm): 8 dots/mm
  • Maximum Print Speed: Up to 178 mm/s (model-dependent; some variants 127 mm/s)
  • Maximum Print Width: Approx. 104–108 mm (4" class)
  • Maximum Media Width: 118 mm
  • Maximum Roll Diameter: 127 mm
  • Interfaces / Connectivity: USB (Type B), RS-232 (9 pin), Ethernet; optional WLAN and Bluetooth on select variants
  • Printer Emulations / Languages: EPL, ZPLII, SLCS
  • RAM: 64 MB
  • Flash Memory: 128 MB
  • Media Sensors: Black Mark Sensor, Gap Sensor; some variants include adjustable reflective and fixed transmissive sensors
  • Peeler: Available / Included on selected SKUs
  • Color: Black
  • Included Items (selected SKU): USB cable, power supply unit, power cable

Main Features

  • Rugged: Commercial

  • Print Speed: 5 in/s

  • DPI: 203 dpi

  • Case color: Black

  • Connection: WLAN/Wi-Fi, Serial, Ethernet, USB

  • Max Width: 4 mm

  • Printing Technology: Direct Thermal

Technical Specifications
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Technical Information
Recommended Use Label Print
Print Color Capability Monochrome
Maximum Mono Print Speed 5 in/s
Maximum Print Resolution (dpi) 203
Maximum Print Length 39.37"
Maximum Print Width 4.09"
Barcode Symbology Supported
  • TLC 39
  • QR Code
  • Maxi Code
  • Micro PDF-417
  • PDF417
  • Data Matrix
  • Code 49
  • AZTEC
  • Codablock
  • IMB
  • POSTNET
  • Plessey
  • Code 11
  • Code 39
  • Code 93
  • Codabar
  • Code 128
  • EAN-13
  • EAN-8
  • Interleaved 2 of 5
  • LOGMARS
  • MSI
  • UPC/EAN
  • GS1 DataBar (RSS-14)
  • UPC-A
  • UPC-E
  • Industrial 2 of 5
  • Standard 2 of 5
  • 1D
  • 2D
Real Time Clock No
Application/Usage
  • Warehouse
  • Logistic
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail
Features Compact
Connectivity Technology Wired
Fonts Included
  • 10 SLCS Resident Bitmap Fonts
  • 5 BPL-E Resident Bitmap Fonts
  • One BPL-Z Resident Scalable Font
  • One SLCS Resident Scalable Font
  • 16 BPL-Z Resident Bitmap Fonts
  • UTF-8
  • UTF-16LE
  • UTF-16BE
Print Technology Direct Thermal
Memory
Standard Memory 64 MB
Flash Memory 128 MB
Interfaces/Ports
Serial Port Yes
USB Yes
Network & Communication
Ethernet Yes
Ethernet Technology Ethernet
Display & Graphics
Screen Size 4"
Media Types & Handling
Media Type
  • Label
  • Black Mark
  • Notch
  • Continuous Label
  • Fanfold
Media Sensor
  • Transmissive Media Sensor
  • Reflective Media Sensor
  • Head Open Sensor
  • Low Ribbon Sensor
Media Thickness 7.87 mil
Maximum Roll Diameter 5"
Maximum Label Width 4.65"
Fonts & Emulation
Language Emulation
  • BPL-E
  • BPL-Z
  • SLCS
  • ZPL II
  • EPL
Power Description
Power Source AC Supply
Frequency
  • 50 Hz
  • 60 Hz
Environmental Conditions
Operating Temperature 32°F (0°C) - 104°F (40°C)
Operating Relative Humidity 10% - 80%
Storage Temperature -4°F (-20°C) - 140°F (60°C)
Storage Relative Humidity 10% - 90%
Physical Characteristics
Color Family Black
Product Color Black
Height 6.6"
Width 7.1"
Depth 8.7"
Weight (Approximate) 3.75 lb
Miscellaneous
Platform Supported
  • PC
  • Mac
Energy Star Yes
Documents
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Product document xd3-40-2021.pdf XD3-40DK Product document xd3-40-2021.pdf MOD-XD3-40D