TOSHIBA B-EX6T1-TS12-QM-R 305dpi

With a blazing 12 inches per second print speed and a 305 dpi resolution, this industrial barcode printer churns out crisp, high-volume labels without breaking a sweat. Built for demanding warehouse and manufacturing environments, it combines rugged reliability with versatile media handling.

Overview

The TOSHIBA B-EX6T1-TS12-QM-R is a direct thermal and thermal transfer printer engineered for mission-critical labeling. It supports a wide 160 mm print width and an impressive 1498 mm maximum print length, accommodating everything from small shipping labels to large compliance tags. The 32-bit RISC processor and 16 MB of SDRAM ensure rapid processing of complex label formats, while the graphic LCD provides clear status updates at a glance.

What stands out

• Dual-mode printing: Direct thermal for cost-effective short-life labels, thermal transfer for durable, long-lasting output.
• High-speed performance: Up to 304.8 mm/s (12 ips) keeps pace with fast-moving production lines.
• Flexible connectivity: USB 2.0, Ethernet, serial, and parallel interfaces integrate seamlessly into existing systems.
• Robust media handling: Supports rolls, fanfold, die-cut, continuous, and tag stock from 50 to 170 mm wide.
• Long ribbon capacity: 600 m ribbon length reduces downtime for ribbon changes.
• Wide emulation support: TPCL, ZPL II, DPL, and IPL make it a drop-in replacement for many legacy printers.

Technical details

• Print technology: Direct thermal / thermal transfer
• Print resolution: 305 dpi (12 dots/mm)
• Maximum print speed: 304.8 mm/s (12 ips)
• Maximum print width: 160 mm (6.3 inches)
• Maximum print length: 1498 mm (58.9 inches)
• Connectivity: USB 2.0, Ethernet 10/100 BaseT, Serial (RS-232C), Parallel (Centronics)
• Memory: 16 MB SDRAM, 32 MB Flash ROM
• Processor: 32-bit RISC CPU
• Display: Graphic LCD
• Media types: Roll, fanfold, die-cut, continuous, tag stock
• Media width: 50 - 170 mm (2 - 6.7 inches)
• Ribbon types: Wax, wax/resin, resin (ink side in/out selectable)
• Maximum ribbon length: 600 m
• Media core diameter: 76.2 mm (3 inches)
• Maximum media roll diameter: 200 mm (7.9 inches)
• Printer emulations: TPCL, ZPL II, DPL, IPL
• Power supply: AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz
• Operating temperature: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)
• Barcodes supported: 1D (EAN, UPC, Code 39, etc.), 2D (Data Matrix, QR Code, PDF417, etc.)

Our verdict

The TOSHIBA B-EX6T1-TS12-QM-R is a workhorse that delivers speed, precision, and durability. Its extensive feature set and industrial build make it an excellent choice for businesses that require high-volume, high-quality barcode printing day in and day out.