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Datamax E-4205A receipt printer, compact grey box with paper slot and control panel

Datamax

Datamax E-4205A receipt printer 203 dpi 5 ips 32 MB

SKU CH-PBHZ-W1NTX MPN E-4205A

Direct-thermal receipt printer with Ethernet, USB, serial and parallel ports, 203 dpi resolution, 5 ips speed and 32 MB memory

  • Interface typeLan / Parallel / Serial / USB
  • Printing methodDirect Thermal
  • Max monochrome resolution203 × 203 dpi
  • Direct thermal printing avoids ink costs and mess
  • 203 dpi resolution produces clear barcodes and text
  • 5 ips print speed keeps queues moving
  • 32 MB memory stores fonts and graphics locally
  • Ethernet, serial, USB and parallel ports fit many systems

Direct-thermal label printer for shipping and retail

The Datamax E-4205A prints receipts and labels using direct-thermal technology at 203 dpi. It supports media up to 4.4 inches wide and runs at 5 inches per second. The unit includes 32 MB of memory and ships with a 24 VDC 2.5 A power supply. Condition is new.

Interface limits for network and legacy ports

Connectivity covers Ethernet RJ-45, USB 2.0, serial RS-232 and parallel ports. Direct-thermal printing requires heat-sensitive media and cannot produce colour output. The printer is not suited for applications needing ribbon-based thermal-transfer or inkjet colour reproduction.

203 dpi resolution decides label clarity

At 203 dots per inch the printer delivers standard barcode and text legibility for shipping labels and receipts. Buyers who need finer graphics or smaller barcode modules will require a higher-resolution model.

How it compares

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Price $100.99
Cheaper than about 76% of the 201 comparable items (median $254.99).

Specifications

Performance
Max monochrome resolution203 × 203 dpi
Ports & slots
Interface typeLan / Parallel / Serial / USB
More details
Printing methodDirect Thermal

Questions about this item

Which connectivity option should I choose between Ethernet, USB, serial and parallel for this E-4205A?

Ethernet (RJ-45) lets the printer sit anywhere on the network and serve multiple workstations; USB 2.0 is simplest for a single PC; serial (RS-232) and parallel are legacy choices for older POS systems.

What does the 203 dpi resolution mean for label readability on the E-4205A?

203 x 203 dpi produces clear barcodes and text on shipping labels up to 4.4 inches wide, which is the standard density for direct-thermal post-office and retail labels.

How fast will the E-4205A actually print with its 5 ips rating?

The 5 inches-per-second maximum speed applies when printing continuously over any supported interface; real-world throughput depends on label length, host software and data transfer time.

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