BIXOLON
BIXOLON XD5-40d label printer
A mobile direct thermal label printer reaching 7 ips at 203 dpi with USB 2.0 and host ports
- Print TechnologyDirect Thermal
- Printer TypeMobile
- Print SpeedUp to 7 ips (178 mm/sec)
- Max Resolution(B&W)203 dpi
- Memory64 MB SDRAM, 128 MB Flash
- Fonts Included10 SLCS / One SLCS / 16 BPL-Z / One BPL-Z / 5 BPL-E / 23 Cod
- Prints labels fast at up to 7 inches per second
- Sharp 203 dpi resolution for clear barcodes and text
- Handles media widths from 15 to 118 mm for versatile use
- Direct thermal printing eliminates ink and ribbon costs
- Compact mobile design weighs only 4.17 lbs for easy transport
4-inch Direct Thermal Mobile Printer
The BIXOLON XD5-40d is a 4-inch direct thermal mobile printer built for on-demand barcode and label production. It suits warehouse staff, logistics teams and retail workers who need reliable output away from a fixed workstation.
Replaces Slower or Tethered Direct Thermal Units
It replaces slower or tethered direct thermal units when print speeds up to 7 ips (178 mm/sec) at 203 dpi cut queue times. The jump is worth it for high-volume shipping, inventory or receipt workflows that exceed the throughput of older 2 to 4 ips models.
Check Media Width Roll Diameter and USB Host Needs
Verify that your label stock falls within the 15 to 118 mm width range and roll diameter up to 127 mm with a 25.4 to 38.1 mm core. Confirm your host system can drive the printer over USB 2.0 and whether the USB host port is required for peripheral accessories.
Highlights
- Prints labels fast at up to 7 inches per second
- Sharp 203 dpi resolution for clear barcodes and text
- Handles media widths from 15 to 118 mm for versatile use
- Direct thermal printing eliminates ink and ribbon costs
- Compact mobile design weighs only 4.17 lbs for easy transport
Specifications
| Brand | Bixolon |
|---|---|
| Model | XD5-40d |
| Print Technology | Direct Thermal |
| Printer Type | Mobile |
| Print Speed | Up to 7 ips (178 mm/sec) |
| Max Resolution(B&W) | 203 dpi |
| Memory | 64 MB SDRAM, 128 MB Flash |
| Fonts Included | 10 SLCS / One SLCS / 16 BPL-Z / One BPL-Z / 5 BPL-E / 23 Code Page / Unicode supported (UTF-8, UTF-16LE, UTF-16BE) |
| Barcode Type | 1D: Codabar, Code 11, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, EAN-13, EAN-8, Industrial 2-of-5, Interleaved 2-of-5, Logmars, MSI, Plessey, Postnet, GS1 DataBar (RSS-14), Standard 2-of-5, UPC / EAN extensions, UPC-A, UPC-E, IMB 2D: Aztec, Codablock, Code49, Data Matrix, MaxiCode, MicroPDF417, PDF417, QR Code, TLC39 |
| Media Type | Gap, Black Mark, Notch, Continuous, Fan-Fold |
| Media sizes supported | Media Width: 15 ~ 118 mm Media Roll Diameter: Up to 127 mm Media Thickness: 0.06 ~ 0.20 mm Supply Method: Easy Paper Loading Inner Core: 25.4 ~ 38.1 mm |
| Interface | USB2.0 + USB Host |
| Dimensions | 6.65" x 7.64" x 9.76" |
| Weight | 4.17 lbs. |
| Shipping weight | 2.72 kg |
| Package size | 305 × 229 × 203 mm |
Questions about this item
What media roll diameter and core size does the XD5-40d accept?
The printer takes rolls up to 127 mm in diameter with an inner core between 25.4 mm and 38.1 mm.
How do I load labels using the Easy Paper Loading feature, and what step is often missed?
Open the cover, drop the roll in so the paper feeds from the bottom, pull the media past the sensor, then close the cover firmly until it latches — many users forget to latch it.
Does the 203 dpi printhead need periodic replacement, and what media thickness range should I use to maximise its life?
The printhead is a consumable; using media within the 0.06 mm to 0.20 mm thickness range and cleaning it regularly will extend its service life.
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