4×6 Direct Thermal Labels (4-roll pack)
The exact size and stock this printer is calibrated for, matched shipping labels.







Intermec · Industrial Printers
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About this printer
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
Specifications
| 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. |
This 4-inch thermal printer is meant for shipping-label stock. Compatible sizes when listed:
Direct thermal printers do not use ribbon. Thermal transfer models need ribbon for durable labels. Match media to this printer's width and method.
Software Compatibility
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| Print Method | Both | Direct Thermal | Direct Thermal |
| Best For | ? | Occasional shipping, budget setups | Labels that need to last outdoors or in cold storage |
| Print Speed | 6 ips | 5 ips | 5 ips |
| Connectivity | USB · Parallel · Serial · Ethernet · Wi-Fi | USB | USB · Ethernet · Wi-Fi |
| Ribbon Required? | No | No | For transfer mode |
| Warranty | 2-year included | 2-year included | 2-year included |
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Drivers
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Accessories & supplies
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The exact size and stock this printer is calibrated for, matched shipping labels.
High-volume fanfold stock for busy shipping desks, no roll changes mid-batch.
Extra reach for desks where the printer sits farther from the computer.
Battery-powered companion for printing labels at pickup windows or on the road.
FAQ
Quick answers before you add to cart.
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.
Both cover parts and labor. The 2-year is included free with every printer. The 3-year extended warranty is an add-on at checkout if this printer runs regularly in a business.
Use the compatibility checker on this page when shown. Pairings are inferred from public specs, not a TPO-tested guarantee. Call (312) 416-1518 (Mon–Fri 10am–6pm CST) before you buy if you are unsure.
Use direct thermal 4×6 (or the sizes in Compatible Media) for direct thermal desks. Thermal transfer models need ribbon. Confirm width in Specs.
Every printer includes free install support by phone or email for the life of the printer, not just a return window. Most setups take about 10 minutes. Start with Setup Studio, or call (312) 416-1518 (Mon–Fri 10am–6pm CST).
Ask for an RMA within 30 days of receipt. A restocking fee applies. The returns page has the fees and what we cannot take back.
Orders placed before the daily cutoff (shown live in the buy box) ship the same day on business days. You'll get tracking as soon as it leaves our warehouse.