Label printer CUSTOM TK180 — thermal transfer, 300×300 DPI, 200 mm/s, max paper width 82.5 mm, wired Ethernet, black

TK180 is a compact combined baggage tag and boarding pass printer designed for small check-in desks and constrained workspaces. It supports both BPP (boarding pass printer) and BTP (bag tag printer) functions with native AEA 2012 firmware for direct integration into CUTE and CUPPS environments. The unit prints using thermal transfer technology at up to 300×300 DPI and a speed of 200 mm/s, accepts media up to 82.5 mm wide, and offers Ethernet, RS232 and USB interfaces. Optional accessories include a paper roll holder for bag tags and UHF RFID support compliant with IATA 1740C (EPC Gen2).

Advantages

TK180 combines boarding pass and baggage tag printing in a single, space-saving device with native AEA firmware to avoid extra middleware. It features a powerful internal processor and hot-swap capability for quick media changes, automatic sensor calibration to reduce ticket waste, and the VeriNotch sensor able to detect black marks or gaps on different paper types. Dual-function firmware lets the printer operate as either a BPP or BTP via configuration, while Ethernet/RS232/USB connectivity ensures flexible integration into existing airport systems.

Suitable for

• Small check-in desks with limited counter space
• Airports and ground-handling operators requiring combined BPP and BTP functions
• Systems using CUTE or CUPPS platforms with native AEA integration

Key specifications

• Print technology: thermal transfer
• Resolution: 300 × 300 DPI
• Max print speed: 200 mm/s
• Max media width: 82.5 mm
• Interfaces: Ethernet (wired), RS232, USB
• Firmware: Native AEA 2012 (supports CUTE/CUPPS)
• Sensors: standard sensors plus VeriNotch for black marks/gaps
• RFID: UHF RFID support (IATA 1740C, EPC Gen2)
• Features: hot-swap media, automatic sensor calibration, display, 2-side tear-off

How to use

Install the TK180 on the check-in counter and connect it to the host system via Ethernet, RS232 or USB. Configure the device firmware for boarding pass (BPP) or bag tag (BTP) mode according to your CUTE/CUPPS setup using the native AEA 2012 options. Load the appropriate thermal transfer media or paper roll; the automatic sensor calibration runs when media is loaded to set detection parameters. Use the optional paper roll holder for baggage tag rolls and enable UHF RFID if required by your workflow. Perform hot-swap media changes as needed to minimize downtime.

Recommendations

Use genuine thermal transfer ribbons and recommended media widths up to 82.5 mm to ensure consistent print quality and reliable VeriNotch detection; schedule periodic checks on sensors and keep firmware updated for best integration with CUTE/CUPPS systems.