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Compact desktop barcode printer, light grey metal frame, top-loading media cover, front control panel, 6.1 by 5 by 9.4 inches

Cognitive TPG

Cognitive TPG LBD42-2043-013G Advantage LX Desktop Barcode Printer 203 dpi 4.2" width

SKU CH-CH5P-G790R MPN LBD42-2043-013G

Desktop barcode printer prints 4.2" wide labels at 203 dpi using direct thermal or thermal transfer with serial and parallel interfaces

  • Memory sizeRAM 2 MB / Flash 4 MB
  • Interface typeParallel / Serial
  • Printing methodDirect Thermal/Thermal Transfer Printer
  • Printer categoryDesktop
  • Printing speed3 ips / 76 mm/sec
  • Max monochrome resolutionSelectable 101 or 203 dpi
  • Direct thermal and thermal transfer printing for flexible label production
  • 203 dpi selectable resolution delivers sharp barcodes and text
  • 2 inch print width handles standard label sizes up to 2.4 inches
  • Serial and parallel interfaces connect to legacy and current systems
  • 2 MB RAM and 4 MB flash memory stores fonts and formats

Advantage LX 203 dpi Desktop Printer

The Cognitive TPG Advantage LX is a direct thermal and thermal transfer desktop barcode printer with a selectable resolution of 101 or 203 dpi. It prints at 3 inches per second and supports a maximum print width of 4.2 inches. The unit includes 2 MB RAM and 4 MB flash memory, plus a US power supply and reference guide.

Suits single-cable legacy ports.

This printer connects through built-in parallel and serial interfaces only. It fits operations that still use those ports on existing POS or host systems. Buyers who need USB, Ethernet, or wireless connectivity should look at a different model. Media widths from 1 to 2.4 inches are supported on rolls up to 4.7 inches in diameter.

Interface decides fit: parallel and serial only

The sole data interfaces are parallel and serial, so the printer works only with hosts that provide one of those ports. No USB, Ethernet, or Wi-Fi option is present. Confirm your system has a compatible port before purchasing. Cables are sold separately.

How it compares

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

Price $336.99
Pricier than about 76% of the 858 comparable items (median $84.99).
Memory size RAM 2 MB / Flash 4 MB
Lower than about 92% of the 163 comparable items (median 0.06 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameCognitive TPG
Product lineLB
Model nameLBD42-2043-013G
Printer categoryDesktop
Performance
Printing speed3 ips / 76 mm/sec
Max monochrome resolutionSelectable 101 or 203 dpi
Memory
Memory sizeRAM 2 MB / Flash 4 MB
Ports & slots
Interface typeParallel / Serial
Size & build
Product dimensions6.1 in × 5 in × 9.4 in
Product weight3.9 lb (1.77 kg)
Shipping weight4.06 kg
Package size361 × 325 × 269 mm
Compatibility
Accepted media sizesWidth: 1 in - 2.4 in/ 25–61 mm
Roll Diameter: 4.7 in/ 119 mm
Ribbon Length: 3150 in/ 80m (BT models only)
More details
Printing methodDirect Thermal/Thermal Transfer Printer
Supported barcodes21 standard bar codes, including: Add2, Add5, Codabar, Code39, Code93, Code128A/B/C, D2of5, I2of5, S2of5, EAN8/8+, EAN13/13+, EAN128, Maxicode, MSI/I1, PDF417, Plessey, Postnet, UPCA/A+/E/E1
Media formatBlack bar, notch, and gap

Questions about this item

What are the exact dimensions I need to clear on a shelf for the LBD42-2043-013G?

The printer measures 6.10 inches deep, 5.00 inches wide and 9.40 inches high, so allow at least that footprint plus room for the media roll to unwind.

Which cables must I source separately to connect the serial or parallel interface?

The unit ships with a US power supply only; you must supply your own DB-25 parallel cable or DB-9 serial cable depending on the port you use.

How often will I need to replace the printhead on this direct thermal/thermal transfer model?

The printhead is a wear item; expect to replace it after several million inches of printing, sooner if you run abrasive media or skip regular cleaning with isopropyl alcohol.

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