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Intermec EasyCoder PD42 Thermal Barcode Label Printer

$399.99$1,399.99
203 DPI Resolution
6 ips Print Speed
4" Print Width
4x6 DT or TT Labels
Not sure which connection type you need?

USB is one computer next to the printer. Ethernet is for more than one computer printing to the same printer over a network cable. Wi-Fi is the same shared printer when you do not want to run a cable: one printer for several desks, or a printer sitting in a corner of the warehouse.

Not sure which print method you need?

Direct thermal is the usual choice for shipping labels: heat darkens the label, no ribbon to buy. Choose thermal transfer if you need more durable labels that will not fade as fast, and you will load ribbon.

Not sure which warranty length you need?

If this printer is for occasional personal shipping, 2 years is plenty. For steady weekly or daily business volume, the extended warranty adds peace of mind and typically pays for itself with one avoided repair.

Not sure which support package you need?

The included session covers one computer: we log in, install the driver, get a test print, and set your app to print. Choose Advance Support for a harder setup, custom software, or work after the first 30 days. Advance Support is $44.99 per device.

Volume pricing applies when you order multiple printers.

Quantity Price per printer Volume discount You pay per unit
1 printer $399.99 None $399.99
2–4 printers $399.99 5% off $379.99
5–9 printers $399.99 7% off $371.99
10–19 printers $399.99 9% off $363.99
20+ printers $399.99 12% off $351.99

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About this printer

A 4-inch thermal desk for shipping labels

Refurbished thermal label printer on a shipping desk

The Intermec EasyCoder PD42 is a dependable and versatile printer suitable for medium duty applications in manufacturing, transportation and warehousing environments. With all-metal chassis and covers, proven printing mechanics and powerful electronics, it provides the sturdiness and performance your business depends on. The EasyCoder PD42 is the first Intermec printer to feature a monochrome, graphical display, which allows users to set up, configure and fine tune printing parameters without having to send commands through the host, saving time. The display working in concert with the status lights provides the user specific feedback if the printer is in an off-line state. The ability to use any Intermec printer language and emulate other printer protocols makes the EasyCoder PD42 both fully compatible with other Intermec equipment and a cost-effective “drop-in” printer replacement in almost any non-Intermec firmware environment.

Smart, strong and secure, the PD42 with full graphic display interface meets the needs of medium duty applications. Its multiple communication interfaces, secure wireless connectivity, CCX and WiFi certification, and support for IPv6 ensure easy integration and scalability. Stand-alone Smart Printing eliminates PC costs and complexity, and enables quick ROI.

A member of the smartest bar code printer family on the market, the Intermec PD42 is flexible and programmable, enabling customers to optimize their printing operations, streamline deployment, and achieve a quick return on investment. Built to meet the needs of mission-critical applications, the rugged PD42 delivers advanced, secure connectivity and the latest network protocols, ensuring peace-of-mind today and a reliable, scalable solution for the long haul. The versatile PD42 Commercial Printer is part of Intermec’s complete line of smart, strong and secure industrial printers.

The PD42’s smart design features support increased productivity in demanding environments. As a Smart Printer, it can host stand-alone applications, developed through the Intermec Fingerprint programming language, which reduces errors and streamlines operational processes. Smart Printers can eliminate the PC and control other devices directly (such as scanners, scales, applicators), improving efficiency and decreasing infrastructure costs and complexity.

The PD42’s integrated device management and diagnostic capabilities, provided through Intermec SmartSystems™ and Wavelink Avalanche™, reduce downtime and simplify deployment. With user-selectable, all-in-one programming languages (Fingerprint, IPL, ZSim, DSim, ESim), the PD42 fits existing IT infrastructures, deploying with drop-in simplicity to Intermec or mixed printer environments. Secure, industry-standard connectivity options support easy integration and fast deployment.

With its all-metal chassis and covers, proven printing mechanics and powerful electronics, the rugged PD42 reduces downtime and minimizes maintenance costs. The PD42’s graphical display allows users to set up, configure and fine tune printing parameters without having to send commands through the host, saving time. An open design makes media loading quick and easy, and the print head can easily be replaced without tools. The printers are co-engineered and tested with Intermec labels and other media products, ensuring optimized performance when used with genuine Intermec media.

Multiple interface options are available, including the highest level of secure wireless connectivity (WPA2). The industry’s only printers available with WiFi- and CCX-Certification, Intermec industrial printers help maintain wireless network integrity and reduce configuration time. Every printer ships with Ethernet connectivity, as well as with emerging network protocol IPv6, ensuring long-term, enterprise scalability. Other connectivity options – standard RS232 and USB ports, optional parallel port – provide additional integration flexibility.

The standard CompactFlash™ memory slot is complemented by new USB host and device support. Handy, inexpensive and PC-compatible, CompactFlash and USB memory technologies provide extra storage for Fingerprint programs, layouts, graphics*, fonts and firmware upgrades.

Print Specifications: Max. Width: 104 mm (4.09 in) at 203 dpi Print Speed: Up to 76 labels per minute. 101x152mm (4×6 in) Print Resolution: 8 dots/mm (203 dpi) Product Condition: Tested and Refurbished

Model #: Intermec PD42 PD42BJ1000002021

  • Intake test, then a second test before it ships
  • Connection options shown at checkout when this model offers them
  • 2-year warranty included; 3, 4, and 5-year options at checkout
  • Free label design software and free install support included

Specifications

Everything you need to know, no manual required

Metric What It Means Your Advantage
Print methodBoth Can run direct thermal or thermal transfer depending on media and options. Match media (and ribbon, if TT) to this method.
Resolution203 DPI Print density. 203 dpi is standard shipping; 300/600 dpi is finer text and barcodes. Higher DPI costs speed on Datamax I-46xx class machines.
Print speed6 ips How fast the printer can move media (OEM max). Industrial 10–12 ips desks outrun a 4 ips LP2844 on bulk batches.
Max print width4" Widest media this model can print. 4″ class takes standard 4×6 shipping labels.
Print languageIPL Command language the host/app speaks (ZPL, EPL, DPL, IPL, ESC/POS, DYMO, …). Match this to your software — or call (312) 416-1518.
Typical media4x6 DT or TT Stock this class is built for. Do not load DYMO cassettes in a Zebra, or 4×6 rolls in a 2-inch/receipt printer.
Media width1.00″–4.64″ (4.48″ with cutter) Label + liner width this model can track (OEM). 4×6 shipping stock is 4″ wide — this class can take it.
Max roll OD8.35″ (213 mm) OD; 7.5″ with internal rewinder Largest media roll that fits the cabinet (OEM). Industrial 8″ OD stock — not a desktop 5″ roll.
Core1.5″ or 3″ Cardboard tube the OEM lists for this printer. TPO 3″ industrial 4×6 packs fit this class. 1″ desktop ZP-450 rolls do not.
Media thickness2.3–9.8 mil Label + liner thickness from the OEM sheet. Thick tag stock outside this range can jam or print light.
Media sensorsRoll, fanfold, or continuous (EasyCoder PD42) How the printer finds the gap or black mark. Die-cut 4×6 uses the gap sensor; black-mark stock uses the reflective sensor.
Ribbon (TT)1.18″–4.33″; 450 m on 1″ core, ink-in or ink-out Thermal-transfer ribbon from the OEM sheet. Needed only in thermal-transfer mode. Direct-thermal 4×6 shipping labels skip ribbon.
Warranty2-year included Parts and labor on refurbished printers from TPO. Optional 3-year add-on SKU at checkout. Not a 5-year upgrade.


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Popular picks

Compatible software, apps & sites

  • Amazon
  • Walmart
  • Target
  • FedEx
  • The UPS Store
  • USPS
  • DHL
  • Best Buy
  • Home Depot
  • Costco
  • ShipMonk
  • Amtrak

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Label design software included

Layout tools ship with the printer, no extra design subscription to start shipping.

2-year parts-and-labor warranty

Standard coverage on printers, with a 3-year extended option at checkout.

We stay on the line for setup

Phone, email, or remote-desktop help for the life of the printer, Mon–Fri, 10am–6pm CST.

Model Comparison

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Print Method BothDirect ThermalDirect Thermal
Best For ?Occasional shipping, budget setupsLabels that need to last outdoors or in cold storage
Print Speed 6 ips5 ips5 ips
Connectivity USB · Parallel · Serial · Ethernet · Wi-FiUSB USB · Ethernet · Wi-Fi
Ribbon Required? × No× No✓ For transfer mode
Warranty 2-year included2-year included2-year included
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Every unit passes a full functional test on intake, print quality, connectivity, and mechanical parts, then a second test right before it's packed and shipped. You'll get an intake report noting exactly what was checked. This isn't a "used, as-is" listing.