Epson ColorWorks D3800e Compact Colour Inkjet Label Printer

The Epson ColorWorks D3800e (specifically the C31CK03202 hardware configuration) is a high-resolution, on-demand desktop colour label printer housed in a clean white chassis. Engineered specifically for small-batch production, custom product branding, pharmacies, healthcare facilities, and boutique retail businesses, this advanced inkjet printer allows companies to bring colour label printing entirely in-house.

This model configuration relies on four individual dye-based ink cartridges, which are heavily optimised to produce deep, high-contrast black tones and rich, vibrant colour graphics on glossy media roll stock. Wired communication lines are handled via built-in high-speed USB 2.0 and a dedicated Ethernet LAN port.

Features

Vivid Dye Ink Formulation Tailored for Glossy Media

Unlike pigment-based industrial systems, the C31CK03202 variant uses Epson's specialised dye ink formulation. This chemistry is engineered to achieve superior abrasion, scratch, and rubbing resistance specifically when applied to high-gloss and semi-gloss inkjet labels. This guarantees that your branding, product ingredients, and pharmaceutical alerts remain clean and legible under handling friction.

High-Resolution PrecisionCore Printhead Performance

Utilising commercial-grade PrecisionCore printhead technology, the system achieves an output resolution of up to 1200 x 1200 dpi. This lets you print intricate food ingredient texts, tiny tracking barcodes, and detailed graphic imagery with sharp lines and no colour bleeding. The printer runs at speeds reaching 100 mm per second at a standard 300 x 600 dpi layout.

Automated Nozzle Maintenance and Compensating Software

To maintain consistent print quality during small-batch operations, the printing engine includes an automatic nozzle check system. The hardware scans the printhead automatically to detect missing dots or clogged nozzles, dynamically adjusting the droplet path to compensate mid-run, preventing tracking errors or wasted label media.

Space-Saving Front-Facing Operation

Designed with a tight physical footprint of 310 mm x 283 mm x 285 mm, this desktop machine fits onto small checkout counters, back-office desks, or pharmacy workstations. All crucial operations—including loading media rolls, swapping individual ink cartridges, and clearing the path—are handled from the front of the machine, allowing it to be flush-mounted against walls.

Broad Native Integration and Middleware Compatibility

The printer features broad enterprise software support right out of the box, offering native middleware integration for Seagull BarTender, Loftware Cloud, and Teklynx Codesoft. It also includes comprehensive software development kits (SDKs) for iOS, Android, and web-based applications, alongside direct support for SAP environments, ESC/Label formatting, and ZPL II font emulation.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): C31CK03202 (Model: ColorWorks CW-D3800e)

• Print Technology: Four-Colour Inkjet (Epson PrecisionCore Print Head)

• Ink Type: Individual Dye Ink Cartridges (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black)

• Maximum Print Resolution: 1200 x 1200 dpi

• Maximum Print Speed: 100 mm/s (at 300 x 600 dpi on a 102mm printing width)

• Maximum Print Width: Up to 108 mm

• Supported Media Widths: Adjustable from 25 mm up to 108 mm (112 mm including backing paper)

• Supported Media Formats: Roll-fed (4-inch outer diameter) and Fanfold packs

• Media Core Tracking Sensors: Integrated Gap Detector and Reflective Black Mark Sensors

• Physical Interface Links: USB 2.0 Type-B, USB 2.0 Type-A (Host Port), and Ethernet LAN (10/100 Base-T)

• Integrated Hardware Cutter: Yes, high-durability automatic guillotine cutter included

• Print Language Simulation: ESC/Label, ZPL II Emulation, SAP Native Support

• Chassis Colour: White

• Dimensions (W x D x H): 310 mm x 283 mm x 285 mm

• Total Base Weight: 13 kg (excluding ink and media rolls)

Standard Warranty

The Epson ColorWorks D3800e (C31CK03202) is supplied with a standard 12-month manufacturer carry-in warranty that protects your investment against mechanical component failures and defects in material workmanship from the initial date of purchase. For organisations running continuous production lines, this standard warranty can be extended through optional multi-year Epson CoverPlus service packages.

What's Included

• 1 x Epson ColorWorks D3800e Inkjet Label Printer (White)

• 4 x Individual Dye Ink Cartridges (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black)

• 1 x External AC Power Adapter and Power Cable (UK 3-pin plug configuration)

• 1 x High-Speed USB Interface Cable

• 1 x Sample Direct Thermal Inkjet Label Roll

• 1 x Internal Ink Maintenance Box

• 1 x Detachable Media Paper Tray