Label printer Brother PT-N20 — thermal transfer, 180×180 DPI, max width 12 mm, print speed 12 mm/s, LCD, white/blue

The Brother PT-N20 is a compact thermal transfer labelling machine designed for home and small office use. It offers 180×180 DPI print resolution, a maximum printing width of 12 mm and a print speed of up to 12 mm/s. Lightweight and portable, the PT-N20 prints colour labels and includes an LCD for previewing designs and a built-in QWERTY keyboard for direct label creation.

Advantages

The PT-N20 provides clear, consistent labels with thermal transfer printing at 180×180 DPI and supports a variety of coloured tapes. Its integrated graphic LCD and preview function simplify label layout, while the QWERTY keyboard and multiple fonts, frames and symbols let you personalise labels without a computer. The device is easy to load and uses a manual cutter for quick label dispensing; its compact size and 0.554 kg weight make it convenient to move between rooms.

Suitable for

• Home organisation: pantry, spice jars, toy boxes, storage containers
• Small office labelling: files, shelves, equipment tags
• Retail and POS: price labels and simple signage

Key specifications

• Print technology: Thermal transfer
• Resolution: 180 × 180 DPI
• Maximum printing width: 12 mm
• Maximum print height: 9 mm
• Print speed: 12 mm/sec
• Display: LCD, 58 × 24 pixels
• Fonts/frames/symbols: 3 fonts, 15 frames, 250 symbols
• Label type: 12 mm Brother TZe/Btag colour tapes
• Weight: 0.554 kg
• Product colour: White, Blue

How to use

Turn on the unit, compose your text using the built-in QWERTY keyboard and choose font, frame and symbols on the LCD preview. Load a compatible 12 mm thermal transfer tape cartridge, adjust settings as needed and print. Use the manual cutter to trim labels to the required length. Replace the tape cartridge when colours or tape type need changing.

Recommendations

For durable results, use genuine Brother 12 mm TZe/Btag tapes and avoid exposing printed labels to direct heat or solvents. Store spare tape cartridges in a cool, dry place and regularly clean the cutter area to maintain reliable cutting and feeding.