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Barcode Printer is a computer component / part, widely used for printing
barcode labels or tags. Barcode printers are commonly used to label
products, cartons before shipment, or to label retail products / items
with Universal Product Codes.Types of Barcode Printers
- Direct Thermal Printers: These printers make
use of a special kind of paper that turns black due to chemical
reaction generated with the application of heat by the print head.
These printers are less expensive as compared to others.
- Thermal Transfer Printers: These printers
generate heat, causing resin / waxy substance to melt on a ribbon,
that in turn moves over a label or tag material.
- Industrial Printing
- Ticket Printing
- Photo Printing
- Retail Industry
- Smart Tags and Labels
Barcode printers are designed keeping in mind the use and different markets they cater to. Desktop barcode printers are much in use for retail and office requirements, whereas industrial barcode printers are designed for use in large manufacturing facilities and warehouses. The market for these printing is growing due to use of barcode labels in different industries, especially in the global retail industry.
