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Barcode printer tool is typically using one of two printer technology: direct thermal and thermal transfer. Direct Thermal is used to heat to activate a special paper that darkens in the areas and Thermal Transfer uses a heated ribbon to transfer ink into the label material. Cost of printer can vary depending on type, features it offer and manufactures. *Desktop Barcode Printer are typically small and designed for low-to-medium volume printing. *Industrial Barcode Printer are designed for high volume printing and handle more rugged environment. *Mobile barcode Printer are designed for on-the-go printing and used industry such as logistics and healthcare. Cost of barcode printer doesn’t include the cost of label, ink or consumables and also add to total cost of ownership over time. Features to looking in a barcode printer are produces high-quality, printer’s speed and throughout, supports the connectivity, high print resolution, media handling capabilities like labels, tags or ticket, durability and reliable can withstand frequently, printer’s ease of use and maintenance to easy loading of media, printer’s cost and value, including factor such as purchase price, ongoing maintenance. Some factor to consider when choosing a barcode printer are printing technology for barcode printer, including thermal transfer. Resolution of barcode to determines the clarity. Print speed to quickly can print label. Size of label to need print and choose can handle the label size. Connect through USB or Ethernet. Cost of barcode printer is important factor. Both initial and cost of operation the over time. Look for printer with good reviews and strong customer support system. Printer depend on specific application and environment. System requirement using barcode printer may depending on the manufactures and model of the printer being used to generate the barcode.