The Alpha-30LHC barcode label printer from TSC Printronix Auto ID has been specially developed for use in the healthcare sector. The printer is designed to prevent hospital infections, is lightweight and minimises the risk of contamination.
Devices used during medical treatments are typical carriers of hospital-acquired infections. The mobile 3-inch Alpha-30LHC direct thermal printer from TSC Printronix Auto ID has a Housing is easy to disinfect with built-in microbial technology that offers greater protection and a longer service life than surface coatings alone. The control knobs are sealed. Users can use common cleaning agents such as alcohol, hydrogen peroxide and sodium hypochlorite. In addition, the Housing tested against Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in accordance with ISO standard 22196. The printer also fulfils the requirements of the European standard EN 60601-1 for a safe, reliable power supply in medical facilities.
Alpha-30HLC printed Receipts, labels with and without backing material and fanfold labels with 1-D and 2-D barcodes in 203 dpi at a maximum speed of 127 mm per second (5 ips). TSC Sense Care automatically recognises faulty printhead dots during printing and indicates the printer and battery status via two LED lights. The printer has a built-in peel-off module and is optionally available with a linerless kit ex works. USB 2.0, a passive NFC tag as well as MFi Bluetooth 5.0 or WiFi with Bluetooth 5.0 ensure a high level of connectivity. Reliable, seamless communication with all end devices. SOTI Connect and TSC Console enable efficient printer management. The compact mobile printer weighs 745 g with battery and can be fitted with a separately available shoulder strap. The robust design protects against falls from up to 1.8 metres and prevents the ingress of dust and water in accordance with protection class IP54. The white and grey design blends seamlessly into the hospital environment.
The DH220E desktop barcode printer has been specially developed for use via the USB 2.0 interface. It creates in Direct thermal process 1-D and 2-D barcodes for demanding labels such as number plates, patient data and other specific applications in 203 dpi. The 2-inch printer achieves a maximum speed of 203 mm per second (8 ips) and is suitable for industries such as retail, warehouse and transport logistics, healthcare, the clothing industry and the food and beverage industry. The print width covers media from 15 to 60 mm. With the optional adapter for narrow media, users can even print labels from 10 mm wide. TSC also offers an external roll holder. The TPH Care self-diagnostic function informs about low ribbon levels and upcoming maintenance intervals, to avoid unplanned downtimes. DH220E can be used immediately thanks to print language emulation. Over 90 per cent of the components used can be recycled at the end of their service life.
Source: TSC Printronix Auto ID
