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T6000e Series 4-Inch Enterprise Industrial Printers

The T6000e 4-inch industrial printer sets a new standard for versatility and productivity in fast-paced environments where speed and exceptional printer quality are needed.

Industries and Applications

Automotive
Automotive
Healthcare
Healthcare
Manufacturing
Manufacturing
Product and Item Labels
Product and Item Labels
Shipping and Logistics
Shipping and Logistics

The T6000e Series offers versatility and productivity in fast-paced environments where speed and exceptional printer quality are needed.

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The T6000e sets a new standard for productivity and versatility.

The T6000e is one of the most versatile printers on the market offering high-speed printing, multiple connectivity options, and the ability to print and encode on standard and on-metal labels.

Enterprise-Level Productivity

  • High productivity print speed of 14 ips
  • High volume printing up to 10,000 labels per day in demanding environments
  • Compatible with SOTI Connect device management solution
  • Easy setup for RFID labels and tags with backward compatibility for legacy T6000e applications

Versatility

  • 600 dpi for high-print quality labels (4-inch model only)
  • RFID feature prints and encodes on both standard labels and on-metal tags
  • Nine competitor printer languages with four RFID printer languages
  • Upgrade kits available with tear and cutter (media handling)

Reliability

  • Solid metal frame construction for reliable operation
  • Comprehensive WiFi security suite
  • Intelligent heat management system increases printhead life and improves barcode print quality while reducing operating costs

  • T6204e

    T6304e

    T6604e

    • 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
      300 dpi (12 dots/mm)
      600 dpi (24 dots/mm)
    • Direct thermal/Thermal transfer
      Direct thermal/Thermal transfer
      Direct thermal/Thermal transfer
    • Color LCD with buttons
      Color LCD with buttons
      Color LCD with buttons
    • Ethernet
      GPIO
      Parallel port
      Serial RS-232
      USB
      Ethernet
      GPIO
      Parallel port
      Serial RS-232
      USB
      Ethernet
      GPIO
      Parallel port
      Serial RS-232
      USB
    • Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi
    • PrintNet Enterprise
      SOTI Connect (license required)
      PrintNet Enterprise
      SOTI Connect (license required)
      PrintNet Enterprise
      SOTI Connect (license required)
    • Industrial
      Industrial
      Industrial
    • Up to 14 ips (356 mm/s) @ 203 dpi;
      Up to 12 ips (305 mm/s) @ 300 dpi
      Up to 6 ips (152 mm/s) @ 600 dpi
    • 4.1” (104 mm)
      4.1” (104 mm)
      4.1” (104 mm)
    • 512 MB
      512 MB
      512 MB
    • 128 MB
      128 MB
      128 MB
    • SD memory card reader; up to 32 GB
      SD memory card reader; up to 32 GB
      SD memory card reader; up to 32 GB
    • Heavy Duty Cutter
      Heavy Duty Cutter
      Heavy Duty Cutter
    • 4.5" (114.3 mm)
      4.5" (114.3 mm)
      4.5" (114.3 mm)
    • Roll or Fan-Fold Labels; Tags; Paper; Film; Tickets
      Roll or Fan-Fold Labels; Tags; Paper; Film; Tickets
      Roll or Fan-Fold Labels; Tags; Paper; Film; Tickets
    • 450 Meters
      450 Meters
      450 Meters
    • 4.5” (114.3 mm)
      4.5" (114.3 mm)
      4.5" (114.3 mm)
    • 1.5” (38.1 mm) to 3.0” (76.2 mm)
      1.5” (38.1 mm) to 3.0” (76.2 mm)
      1.5” (38.1 mm) to 3.0” (76.2 mm)
    • Continuous 0.25” (6.35mm); Tear-Off 0.25” (6.35mm); Peel-Off 1.0” (25.4mm)；Cutter 1.0” (25.4mm)
      Continuous 0.25” (6.35mm); Tear-Off 0.25” (6.35mm); Peel-Off 1.0” (25.4mm)；Cutter 1.0” (25.4mm)
      0.25" Continuous; 1" Tear-Off/Peel/Cutter
    • Die-cast aluminum frame with metal door
      Die-cast aluminum frame with metal door
      Die-cast aluminum frame with metal door
    • Support for 9 competitive printer languages
      Support for 9 competitive printer languages
      Support for 9 competitive printer languages

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Can I set my printer to automatically refresh its status everyday, such as at 6 o'clock in the morning?

Yes. You can establish rules using TSC Console Web so that your printer will execute what you have set up every time a condition is met. Conditions for a rule can be time-based or event-driven. You can set your printer to take an activity daily, weekly, monthly, or at a particular date/time.

Can I swap the printhead directly?
The printheads are interchangeable for all the available resolutions listed below. The printer can automatically detect the printhead change. • 4-inch model: 203, 300 and 600 dpi • 6-inch model: 203 and 300 dpi
Can I update printer firmware remotely using TSC Console Web?

Yes, TSC Console Web enables users to update printer firmware remotely.

Can I upgrade a standard (non-RFID) T6000e to RFID?
It is possible to upgrade the T6000e 4in standard printer but with the internal antenna only and with limited backup and overstrike.
Can I upgrade my printer with W-Fi, GPIO and Parallel interface options in the field?
Yes! They can be installed as field kits.
Can I use TSC Console Web to set up a reminder for printhead maintenance?

Yes, TSC Console Web allows users to set up a reminder for printhead maintenance and the printhead mileage can be displayed on the dashboard. 

Can TSC Console Web be used over a USB connection to the printer?

No. TSC Console Web must be used through either a wireless or wired network. That is to say your printer must support either Wi-Fi or Ethernet interface if you want to manage the printer using TSC Console Web.

Did the printer model number change with this update? If not, how to I identify this later version?

There are no printer model number changes. You can identify the new model by the serial number which includes a V3 in the sequence (T6EV3##32#####). These units phased into production in March 2022. 

Do I need a tool to replace the printhead on the T6000e?

No, the printhead replacement is a simple process that requires no tools.

Does port 3007 (in charge of management) have priority over port 9100 (responsible for print activities)? Can they work simultaneously?

Both ports do not interfere with each other. They can work simultaneously.

Does Printronix Auto ID offer supplies for the T6000e?
We carry a complete printer supplies offering designed to work optimally with the T6000e.
Does the T6000e support HF RFID labels?
The T6000e only supports UHF EPCglobal Gen2 (ISO18000-63) RFID labels and tags.
How do I configure the T6000e?
For loading media, ribbon, and label calibration there is a media loading diagram in the media cover.
How does the T6000e RFID encoding performance compare to our competitors?

We recently completed a test comparing the T6000e encoding speeds against our main competitor models. The T6000e performance exceeded the competition by 1.5 to 3.0 times. As such, the T6000e RFID printer provides a compelling performance advantage over competitor models. 

How easy is it to setup the T6000e for different RFID labels?

The T6000e RFID printer has an RFID label calibration feature in the RFID menu which makes it very easy to setup the printer for both standard RFID and on-metal RFID labels. The calibration process feeds 3-4 labels to determine the optimal encoding position and RF power levels.

How is the T6000e positioned within the Printronix Auto ID thermal printer portfolio?
The T6000e is an enterprise-class mid-range industrial thermal printer for demanding, offering extensive features and capabilities, designed to meet the requirements of mission critical applications.
How long will the printhead last on the T6000e?

For Thermal Transfer applications: printheads are warranted 12 months from shipment or 1 million linear inches (whichever comes first). For Direct Thermal applications: printheads are warranted 180 days from shipment or 1 million linear inches (whichever comes first).

How many printer configurations can I save for quick deployment?

Users are allowed to save up to 5 sets of different configuration for quick deployment.

I am currently using a printer from one of your competitors. Can the T6000e replace my printer and plug-and-play without additional effort and cost?
The T6000e supports emulations for most major competitor printers; Zebra, Datamax, Sato, Toshiba TEC, Intermec, Avery Denison (Monarch), Eltron, and IER. These emulations have been used on multiple Printronix products and proven to be very robust. No additional software needs to be purchased or loaded. The T6000e comes with these emulations already installed.
I am currently using an RFID printer from one of your competitors. Can the T6000e RFID replace my printer and plug-and-play without additional effort and cost?
Apart from the Printronix PGL RFID command set, the T6000e RFID printer also supports RFID printer commands for Zebra, Sato, and Avery Denison (Monarch). This makes the T6000e RFID printer easy to integrate into existing applications. Check the printronixautoid.com website support section for the individual programming manuals which document the commands supported. Apart from the Printronix PGL RFID command set, the T6000e RFID printer also supports RFID printer commands for Zebra, Sato, and Avery Denison (Monarch). This makes the T6000e RFID printer easy to integrate into existing applications.
If a customer has an original T6000e can he/she upgrade his printer?

We are not offering an upgrade kit. 

Is the T6000 and T6000e software the same?
While the T6000e uses the same code base, the builds are different and are not backwards/forward compatible. If someone tries to load the wrong code into either T6000 or T6000e the error will be detected, and process aborted.
Is this change on both the T6000e 4” and T6000e 6” RFID printers?

Yes, both models have been updated with these changes. 

Regarding Linux, what is the supported architecture for TSC Console Web?

The compatible architecture for TSC Console Web is x86_64 only and the Linux OS distribution is Ubuntu 22.04 or above.

What are the on-metal tags used in my T6000e?

On-metal tags (sometimes called metal-mount or anti-metal tags) are RFID tags that are designed to operate on devices made of metal. The physical properties of metal serve to reflect RF signals and so a standard RFID label would be completely undetectable by an RFID reader. On-metal tags are typically constructed with a thin foam insulator to provide a space between the metal surface and the RFID inlay. On-metal tags are available in several constructions and the ones used with printers are typically up to 1mm thick due to the foam insulator. They also should include a “bridge” between the individual tags to ensure smooth transport through the print station.

What are the standard and optional communication interface ports for the T6000e?

Standard Interfaces: Serial, USB host/device and Ethernet. Optional Interfaces: Wireless 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, GPIO, and parallel

What are the supported functions for printers featuring RFID?

Currently the supported RFID functions through TSC Console Web are: Calibration, Read, and Write.

What are the supported UI languages for TSC Console Web?

The UI for TSC Console Web is available in English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, German, Danish, Spanish, Finnish, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Norwegian, Portuguese, and Swedish.

What are the target applications for the T6000e?
The T6000 attributes make it ideal for various applications. The following are some representative examples: • Supply Chain and Logistics: Carton/case/pallet labeling, cross-docking, shipping/receiving, pick and pack, asset tracking (RFID), barcode verification (ODV) • Manufacturing: Product / item / totes / carton labeling, parts inventory tracking, asset management (RFID), barcode quality (ODV) • Retail: Vendor supply chain inventory, apparel labeling / relabeling, shelf labels, retail item level tagging (RFID), compliance fine avoidance (ODV) • Healthcare: Medical supply chain / product labeling, Laboratories / nursing stations, medical supplies / asset tracking (RFID), barcode quality (ODV) • Food/Agriculture: Produce case and pallet labeling, Meat pack and carton labeling, Barcode quality (ODV) • Service Yard: Pipe markers (On-metal RFID), Cable markers (On-metal RFID)
What has changed in the printer to accomplish this?

To allow thicker tags to move through the print station, several design changes were made:


1. An upgrade gap sensor assembly 
2. Changes to the media guide configuration
3. The external antenna assembly was modified 
 

What has changed on the T6000e RFID printer regarding on-metal tag support?

The original T6000e supported on-metal tags up to 1.2mm thick while the mainstream on-metal RFID tag market has settled on thicknesses ranging from 1.0mm to 1.5mm. To support the mainstream tag market we have re-designed the printer to support on-metal tags up to 2.2mm. 

What RFID labels are supported on the T6000e?
The T6000e supports a wide range of standard UHF EPCglobal Gen2 RFID labels and On-Metal RFID tags. We can provide you with a list of validated labels and tags. This list is constantly undated as new RFID inlays and tags become available on the market and are validated on Printronix Auto ID printers in the RFID Label and Tag test lab.
What sets the T6000e apart from other brands of midrange industrial thermal barcode printers on the market?
T6000e sets a new standard for productivity and versatility where speed, exceptional print quality and advanced features such as RFID are needed. The T6000e was designed and tested to a high mean time between failure (MTBF) standard, continuing Printronix Auto ID's reputation for offering high reliability products.
What types of on-metal tags are supported on the T6000e?
Unlike most thermal printers on the market today, the T6000e was designed from the ground up to support a variety of on-metal tags up to 1.2mm thick. Printronix posts a list of validated on-metal tags on the RFID Support page of printronixautoid.com website. This is constantly undated as new tags become available on the market and are validated on our printers in our RFID Label and Tag test lab.
Which port is used for TSC Console Web to connect to and manage printers?

The management commands are transmitted/received through port 3007.

T6204e
T6304e
T6604e