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Compact mobile label printer in grey and black with belt strap and roll compartment visible

BIXOLON

BIXOLON XM7-40 203 dpi mobile label printer

SKU CH-8GP4-XE7H4 MPN XM7-40

Direct thermal mobile label printer producing 203 dpi output at up to 5 ips on media up to 112 mm wide with optional Bluetooth or WLAN connectivity

  • Memory size128 MB SDRAM, 256 MB Flash 256 MB SDRAM, 512 MB Flash (Optio
  • Interface typeStandard: USB V2.0 HS + Serial Optional: USB V2.0 HS + Seria
  • Printing methodDirect Thermal
  • Printer categoryMobile
  • Printing speedUp to 5 ips (127 mm/sec - Liner, Linerless)
  • Max monochrome resolution203 dpi
  • Prints labels quickly at up to 127 mm per second
  • Sharp 203 dpi resolution for clear barcodes and text
  • Handles liner and linerless media from 50 to 112 mm wide
  • Connects via USB and serial with optional Bluetooth or WLAN
  • Lightweight at 1090 g with battery for mobile use

Mobile Direct Thermal Label Printer

The BIXOLON XM7-40 is a mobile direct thermal label printer designed for workers who need to produce barcodes and labels on the move. It prints at up to 5 ips with a 203 dpi resolution. Standard memory includes 128 MB SDRAM and 256 MB Flash, with an optional upgrade to 256 MB SDRAM and 512 MB Flash. The unit supports a wide range of 1D and 2D symbologies including QR code, Data Matrix and PDF417.

Build, Media Handling and Connectivity

The printer weighs approximately 1,090 g with the supplied smart battery and measures 6.23" x 7.33" x 3.23". A belt strap is included for hands-free carrying. Media width ranges from 50 mm to 112 mm on rolls up to 66 mm diameter, accepting both liner and optional linerless stock between 0.07 mm and 0.15 mm thick. Standard interfaces are USB 2.0 HS and serial; Bluetooth, WLAN or dual radio can be added as factory options.

203 dpi Resolution Decides Suitability

The fixed 203 dpi output determines whether the XM7-40 meets your label clarity requirements. It is adequate for typical shipping, logistics and retail tags but not for small high-density 2D codes or fine graphics. Buyers who need sharper text or tighter barcode tolerances must select a higher-resolution model. The printer handles media widths from 50 mm to 112 mm, so applications requiring wider or narrower stock are not supported.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Thermal Label & Receipt Printers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $597.99
Pricier than about 84% of the 858 comparable items (median $84.99).
Memory size 128 MB SDRAM, 256 MB Flash 256 MB SDRAM, 512 MB Flash (Optional)
Higher than about 83% of the 163 comparable items (median 0.06 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameBixolon
Model nameXM7-40
Printer categoryMobile
Performance
Printing speedUp to 5 ips (127 mm/sec - Liner, Linerless)
Max monochrome resolution203 dpi
Memory
Memory size128 MB SDRAM, 256 MB Flash
256 MB SDRAM, 512 MB Flash (Optional)
Ports & slots
Interface typeStandard: USB V2.0 HS + Serial
Optional: USB V2.0 HS + Serial + Bluetooth / WLAN / Dual (Bluetooth + WLAN)
Size & build
Product dimensions6.23 in × 7.33 in × 3.23 in
Product weightIncluding battery: Approx.1,090 g (2.41 lb)
Paper: Approx. 360 g (0.79 lb)
Shipping weight1.81 kg
Package size229 × 203 × 127 mm
Compatibility
Accepted media sizesMedia Width: 50 to 112 mm (1.97 to 4.41 in)
Media Roll Diameter: Up to 66 mm
Media Thickness: 0.07 to 0.15 mm
In the box
In the boxBelt Strap
Smart Battery
SMPS
Power Cord
Paper Disk (Inner core: 12 mm)
More details
Printing methodDirect Thermal
Supported barcodes1D: 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, Code 49, Data Matrix, MaxiCode, MicroPDF417, PDF417, QR code, TLC 39
Media formatLiner, Linerless (Optional)

Questions about this item

What does the standard USB 2.0 HS plus Serial interface cap in practice?

The standard USB 2.0 HS plus Serial connection limits data throughput to USB 2.0 High Speed rates while providing a legacy serial path for older host systems.

What media roll diameter and core size must the printer accommodate to fit the supplied paper disk?

The printer accepts rolls up to 66 mm in diameter and the included paper disk has a 12 mm inner core.

How is the smart battery installed, and what step do users often miss?

Insert the smart battery into the compartment until it clicks, then charge fully before first use; users often skip the initial full charge.

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