Bixolon XT Series Industrial Thermal Barcode Printers

The Bixolon XT series provides heavy-duty label printing solutions engineered for continuous, high-volume tracking applications. Built with robust metal chassis structures, these industrial-grade machines are tailored for demanding warehouse environments, manufacturing plants, logistics centres, and large-scale distribution operations.

This combined listing features two distinct models from the industrial family: the premium, high-resolution XT5-43NS/BEG and the high-output, cost-effective mid-range XT3-40/BEG. Both models offer comprehensive wired connectivity architectures and clear visual display menus to simplify standalone print jobs and network integration.

Features

Bixolon XT5-43 Premium High-Resolution Industrial Printer

The XT5-43NS/BEG is a premium industrial label printing terminal built for intricate, dense data applications. Operating at 300 dpi (12 dots/mm), this model prints crisp, high-clarity fonts, detailed graphics, and tiny 2D matrix codes on small electronics components or pharmaceutical labels. The unit integrates an internal Real-Time Clock (RTC) for precise, automated time-and-date stamping directly onto tracking labels. The front control panel features an intuitive, full-colour TFT LCD display that provides real-time media level tracking, status alerts, and on-the-fly calibration menus.

Bixolon XT3-40 Versatile Mid-Range Industrial Printer

The XT3-40/BEG is a reliable, mid-range 4-inch industrial printing system built for high-speed logistics and shipping workflows. Operating at a standard 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) resolution, it is optimised for high-volume dispatch paperwork, pallet labelling, outer-case tags, and standard inventory barcodes. The physical interface uses a clear graphical monochrome display alongside simple navigation buttons, giving operators quick access to printer settings, calibration configurations, and connection status checks.

Heavy-Duty Metal Core and Multi-Ribbon Capacity

Both machines share an industrial-grade metal casing and structural framework that protects sensitive internal printheads and optical sensors from dust and mechanical impacts. The internal media bays accommodate large industrial material configurations, accepting label rolls up to an 8-inch (203 mm) outer diameter and supporting high-capacity thermal transfer ink ribbons up to 450 metres long (wax, resin, or combination variants) to reduce media replenishment intervals.

Comprehensive Wired Connectivity and Peripheral Hosting

The connectivity motherboards on both the XT5-43 and XT3-40 include high-speed USB 2.0, an integrated USB Host port for connecting external handheld scanners or standalone keyboards, an RS232 Serial port, and an industrial Ethernet LAN card. This multi-wired setup allows for simple drop-in replacement into existing corporate print networks and legacy terminal arrangements.

Smart Media Controls and Command Auto-Switching

The series handles direct thermal labels and thermal transfer media roll stock. Equipped with advanced gap and reflective black mark tracking sensors, these units detect media errors automatically. The internal firmware contains smart emulation auto-switching software, allowing the devices to process ZPL II, CPCL, and industrial BPL-Z command files directly without manual programming overrides.

Specifications

• Premium Model Part Number (MPN): XT5-43NS/BEG

• Mid-Range Model Part Number (MPN): XT3-40/BEG

• XT5-43 Print Resolution: 300 dpi (12 dots/mm)

• XT3-40 Print Resolution: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)

• XT5-43 Maximum Print Speed: 254 mm/s (10 inches per second)

• XT3-40 Maximum Print Speed: 203 mm/s (8 inches per second)

• XT5-43 Maximum Print Width: Up to 105.7 mm

• XT3-40 Maximum Print Width: Up to 104 mm

• Maximum Ribbon Capacity: Up to 450 metres (Wax, Resin, Wax/Resin)

• Physical Connections: USB 2.0, USB Host, RS232 Serial, Ethernet LAN

• XT5-43 Display Type: Full-Colour TFT LCD Visual Menu

• XT3-40 Display Type: Graphical Monochrome Display Panel

• Real-Time Clock (RTC): Built-in as standard on XT5-43NS/BEG

• Media Tracking Sensors: Transmissive Gap and Reflective Black Mark Sensors

• Chassis Framework: Die-cast aluminium and steel casing configurations

Standard Warranty

Both the Bixolon XT5-43 and XT3-40 industrial hardware units are backed by a standard 24-month manufacturer depot warranty covering defects in materials and structural components from the initial date of purchase. The specialised thermal printheads fitted inside each device carry a separate standard 6-month or 25-kilometre usage warranty (whichever limit is reached first), guaranteeing reliable industrial operational support.

What's Included

• 1 x Bixolon Industrial Thermal Label Printer (Chosen XT5-43 or XT3-40 Base Casing)

• 1 x UK Mains Power Cable (Standard 3-pin fused configuration)

• 1 x Internal Media Roll Core Adapter

• 1 x Quick Reference Setup and Operator Manual