Brother PTD460BT label printer
Prints laminated labels up to 18 mm wide from mobile devices via Bluetooth or USB connection
- Print TechnologyDirect Thermal
- CutterRewind
- Ribbon CharacteristicsNo Ink, Solid Ink
- Media sizes supported18 mm x 15.8 mm x 18 mm
- Total Media Capacity1 disks
- Print Size18 x 15.8 millimeters
- Bluetooth label printing from iOS or Android devices
- Direct thermal printing requires no ink or toner
- Prints up to 5 lines on tapes up to 18 mm wide
- Large backlit display with print preview for accuracy
- USB connection for P-touch Editor software on PC
Mobile Bluetooth Label Printer
The Brother PTD460BT is a portable direct-thermal label maker that connects to iOS and Android devices via Bluetooth for on-the-go label creation. It prints on genuine TZe laminated tapes up to 18 mm wide, producing durable labels for product identification, QR codes, barcodes and inventory tracking. One-touch formatting keys and a large graphical backlit display with print preview simplify design without a computer. It suits field technicians, retail staff and small-business owners who need flexible labelling away from a desk.
Power and Operation
The printer uses direct-thermal technology, so it requires no ink, toner or ribbon cartridges, eliminating consumable costs beyond the label tape itself. An integrated rewinder cutter trims each label cleanly after printing. Power is supplied through the included USB interface or an optional AC adapter, keeping the unit lightweight at 1.6940000000000002 pounds for easy transport. Operation is quiet, with only the print mechanism and cutter audible during normal use.
Upgrade Path
This model replaces handwritten labels, desktop-only label makers or older portable units that lack Bluetooth connectivity and mobile app integration. The jump is worthwhile when you need to design and print labels directly from a smartphone or tablet in the field, warehouse or shop floor. It is not suited for high-volume continuous printing, wide-format labels beyond 18 mm, or environments that require thermal-transfer durability on non-laminated media.
Highlights
- Bluetooth label printing from iOS or Android devices
- Direct thermal printing requires no ink or toner
- Prints up to 5 lines on tapes up to 18 mm wide
- Large backlit display with print preview for accuracy
- USB connection for P-touch Editor software on PC
Specifications
| Brand | CASIO |
|---|---|
| Model | PTD460BT |
| Part Number | PTD460BT |
| Print Technology | Direct Thermal |
| Cutter | Rewind |
| Ribbon Characteristics | No Ink, Solid Ink |
| Media sizes supported | 18 mm x 15.8 mm x 18 mm |
| Total Media Capacity | 1 disks |
| Print Size | 18 x 15.8 millimeters |
| Interface | USB |
| Dimensions | 14.33in W x 12.83in H x 9.06in D |
| Weight | 1.6940000000000002 pounds |
| Package Contents | PTD460BT Label Maker |
Questions about this item
How do I install the PTD460BT label printer and which step is often missed?
Connect the PTD460BT via USB to a computer for P-touch Editor software or pair it through Bluetooth with the iPrint&Label app on iOS or Android; the step often missed is installing the correct printer driver before designing labels.
What maintenance or replacement will the PTD460BT need over time?
The PTD460BT uses direct thermal printing with no ink or ribbon, so the only consumable to replace is the TZe label tape cassette when the 18 mm wide roll runs out.
What limit appears first during sustained printing on the PTD460BT?
The PTD460BT prints on tapes up to 18 mm wide and holds one cassette at a time, so the first limit during long runs is the tape length inside the single loaded cassette.
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