Robust and highly featured, the XD5-40d is a 4-inch (118mm) mid-level direct thermal desktop barcode and label printer. It features a compact, clamshell design and comprehensive software capabilities, making it ideal for labeling applications in the manufacturing, transport and logistics, retail, and healthcare industries. Available in XD5-40d (203dpi) and XD5-43d (300dpi) resolution options, the standard model (XD5-40d) offers quick data processing and print speeds of up to 7 ips (178mm/sec), with enhanced memory space of up to 256MB SDRAM and 256MB Flash.

Accompanied by a field-installable peeler, auto cutter, and an external paper supply, the label printer offers an optional visual LCD display, adjustable paper guide, plus holder, and space for a media roll diameter of up to 127mm. It features Smart Media Detection™ for the automatic detection of gap, black mark, continuous, or notch media formats, all backed by a 2-year warranty as standard.

Supporting multiple connectivity options, the XD5-40d comes with dual USB2.0 and USB Host as standard, plus optional dual WLAN, dual Bluetooth, serial, or Ethernet. The USB host port allows the duplication of existing printer settings and data to other estate printers through its Twin Function™. The XD5-40d is compatible with market-leading programming languages including SLCS™, BPL-Z™, and BPL-E™. The printer is accompanied by comprehensive firmware and software options, including BIXOLON’s XPM™ web-based printer profile management and Simple Network Management Protocol (MIB file), along with compatibility with label design software including BIXOLON’s Label Artist-II™ and BarTender®.