Label printer BIXOLON XD3-40D 203 dpi USB, direct thermal, desktop

BIXOLON XD3-40D is a compact desktop label printer with 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) direct thermal printing. It supports a maximum media width of 118 mm and a maximum print width of 104 mm, with roll capacity up to 127 mm diameter. The printer connects via USB Type B and is compatible with EPL, ZPL II and SLCS emulations. Built-in 64 MB RAM and 128 MB flash memory allow reliable label processing for retail, logistics and inventory tasks.

Advantages

The XD3-40D offers ribbon-free direct thermal printing for low-maintenance operation and compact desktop sizing that fits counters and workstations. With a maximum print speed of 127 mm/s, it provides sufficient throughput for label, barcode and shipping-tag printing. Multiple sensor options (black mark and gap sensor) and standard USB connectivity simplify integration into point-of-sale and warehouse systems.

Suitable for

• Retail barcode and price labels
• Shipping and logistics labels
• Inventory tags and stock management
• Countertop or workstation label printing

Key specifications

• Printing method: Direct thermal
• Resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi)
• Max media width: 118 mm
• Max print width: 104 mm
• Max roll diameter: 127 mm
• Max speed: 127 mm/s
• Memory: 64 MB RAM, 128 MB Flash
• Interfaces: USB (Type B)
• Emulations: EPL, ZPL II, SLCS
• Sensors: Black mark sensor, Gap sensor
• Colour: Black

How to use

Install the printer on a stable surface and connect it to a host PC via the supplied USB Type B cable. Load a roll of direct thermal media with a maximum diameter of 127 mm and set the media width and sensor type in the printer settings. Install the appropriate driver and select the matching emulation (EPL, ZPL II or SLCS) in your label software. Adjust print speed and darkness as needed for label quality.

Recommendations

Use direct thermal media designed for barcode and shipping labels and store labels away from heat and direct sunlight to preserve print longevity. Choose gap or black mark sensing according to your media type and test print settings when changing label stock.