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The Rollo® printer has quickly made a name for itself in the direct thermal market. It's small, fast, and compatible with dozens of different programs. Continue reading to run through our list of frequently asked questions &#; including how it compares to competitors, how to find and load compatible labels, and more.
Rollo's X model printer utilizes direct thermal technology to print without ink or toner. The printer weighs a mere 2.2 lbs, measuring 7.7 inches long and 3 inches wide. It's said to look more like a stapler than a traditional desktop or roll printer.
Designed specifically with shipping labels in mind, it hooks up to your computer like a standard printer and works seamlessly with the brand's shipping management platform (Roll Ship Manager, an optional service).
You can purchase the printer on Rollo.com, Amazon.com, or via office supply stores for $170 (as of August ).
No, you'll need to hook it up to your computer using the included USB.
Using a thermal print-head, the chemically treated labels blacken into the shape of your image or text. Learn more about direct thermal printing.
Its compact size and low price point are ideal for users who are short on space or on a tight budget. It's also extremely easy to use which is great for beginners.
Generally the Rollo audience is made up of entrepreneurs and business owners running small-to-midsize operations. It's most frequently found in home offices versus commercial warehouses, but the incredible speed with which it prints doesn't rule it out for that market.
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The Rollo printer is unique in that it does not require proprietary labels. In fact, Rollo only sells a few label options themselves, directing their customers to purchase elsewhere as needed.
Rollo printers accept label rolls on both 1" and 3" cores, as well as fanfold labels. The labels must be between 1.57" and 4.1" in size to feed through the printer.
Third-party label sellers like OnlineLabels offer a variety of compatible Rollo labels to help you find the right fit. The most popular 4" x 6" label is available on 1" and 3" cores with hundreds of labels per roll, as well as in the fanfold format. But with nearly 80 more sizes and configurations to choose from, you can create custom labels in any dimension.
We manufacture a standard white material as well as weatherproof and removable options. To pick the right material for your application, compare their features in the following chart.
Standard White (DT) Removable (RD) Weatherproof (DW) Smooth &#; &#; &#; Bright White &#; &#; &#; Compatible with High-Speed Direct Thermal Printers &#; &#; &#; Smudge-Proof &#; &#; &#; Permanent &#; &#; Removable &#; Paper Material &#; &#; Synthetic Material &#; All-Temperature &#; Waterproof / Resistant &#; Heavy Handling &#; Tear-Resistant &#; Freezer-Grade &#; Oil Resistant &#;Unfortunately, direct thermal label materials should not be used outside. Because your image is created on the label using heat, the sun will darken the entire sticker and remove any trace of your original message.
We're proud to offer no minimum order quantity, a "no hassle" return policy, same-day shipping, and award-winning customer service.
You'll also find we use only the highest quality materials and because we produce the labels ourselves, we can pass along savings of 40-90%.
Due to the compactness of the Rollo printer, there is no paper tray or spool to hold your labels. Because of this, you'll most likely want to purchase a label holder. They average $15 and typically offer both fanfold and roll functionality. However, with fanfold labels, you can get away with just placing the label stack on the surface behind your printer.
Once your label holder is on-hand and assembled, load your roll label onto the spool. Make sure the labels are face-up so they feed over the top. If your labels are loaded face down and thereby feed from the bottom, you'll be inserting the liner-side into the printer.
It's important to note the minimum and maximum dimensions of your label holder before purchasing it or your labels. The Rollo-brand label holder is compatible with 1" cores and up, with a max outer diameter of 6".
If you choose not to purchase the supplemental label holder, you can still feed label rolls into your Rollo printer. To do so, cut your roll intro strips or fashion your own spindle.
Like your average desktop printer, you need to install drivers and software but then your printer is ready to accept prints from any source. Simply open your shipping program, hit "Print," and choose your Rollo model as the destination.
No, Rollo printers have "Automatic Label Identification." This means you don't need to select a label size in your print dialog box, your printer can identify it automatically.
Most programs produce shipping labels below the maximum dimensions of the Rollo printer. Thus, Rollo is compatible with nearly every program. Below, we break out the full compatibility list into three sections: shipping platforms, ecommerce marketplaces, and mail couriers.
Rollo printers can be used for a variety of uses. Because they only print in black and white, they're best for industrial applications where colored graphics or logos aren't a necessity. These uses include:
Whether you're debating a Rollo purchase or simply exploring your label options, we hope you found this guide useful. If you have additional questions, please reach out to our customer service team at 1-888-575-.
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Label Printers are an essential tool for many businesses, whether you run a small e-commerce site or have a large manufacturing plant, label printers play a critical function in business operations. With the large number of label printers available it can be difficult to choose a model that is suitable for your exact requirements. In this guide we discuss ten things to consider to help choose the right label printer for your business.
1. Type of printer required
The first question to consider is what type of label printer is suited to your requirements. The three main categories of label printers are 1) Direct thermal label printers 2)Thermal transfer label printers 3) Inkjet label printers. Direct thermal and thermal transfer printers are types of thermal printers which are used for mono coloured printing such as barcode printing and receipt printing. Direct thermal printers are suitable for applications requiring a short shelf life such as shipping labels and receipts. Thermal transfer printing is suitable for long life applications such as asset labels and laboratory labeling. Inkjet label printers produce high-quality full colour labels and are suitable for producing coloured labels required for applications such as product labels.
2. Print Volume
Determining the volume of labels you will be printing daily/weekly/monthly is important as there are different categories of label printers that can handle varying volume requirements. For low volume printing a desktop label printer is suitable. For mid volume requirements a mid-range printer is suitable. For high volume requirements an industrial printer is suitable.
3. Budget
With the large number of label printers available, there are models to suit varying budget requirements. When determining your budget for a label printer it is important to factor in the initial cost of the printer as well as the ongoing operating costs which includes the cost of consumables including labels, ribbons (where required), ink (where required) and maintenance supplies. Thermal printers generally have lower ongoing costs when compared to inkjet printers. It is also important to consider the potential maintenance costs for future issues and repairs. Repairs on label printers can be expensive so it&#;s worth considering the length of the manufacturer's warranty as well as the cost of a maintenance contract which can reduce repair costs in the long term.
4. Label size and label format
Label printers have varying minimum and maximum label sizes they can accept, when choosing a label printer it&#;s important to know your label dimension requirements as this will narrow down suitable printers. It is also important to consider the types of media the printer can handle including rolls, fan-folded and continuous labels.
5. Print speed
Label printers have varying print speeds which is measured by millimeters of print per second. The importance of print speed as a consideration depends on the volume of labels that are being printed. If you are printing thousands of labels per day, print speed will be an important consideration, it can be very frustrating if a printer is slowing down production processes and productivity. Contrastingly if a dozen labels are being printed per day, a fast print speed won&#;t be an important factor to consider.
6. Print resolution
The resolution of a printer is measured by DPI (dots-per-inch, how many dots of ink can be printed per square inch). The higher the DPI of a printer the higher the resolution and print quality. Thermal printers typically are either 203dpi, 300dpi or 609dpi contrastingly inkjet label printers have much higher resolutions as they are intended for printing detailed designs. For thermal printers if you are printing very small text or barcodes a higher resolution printer may be required. For inkjet label printers the label design that is being printed will help determine the importance of DPI. If a label design contains very fine details and colour variations a printer with a high DPI will be required to produce a sharp image.
7. Printer connectivity and operating system compatibility
When choosing a label printer it is important to consider what connectivity is required for your business needs. Label printers come with varying interfaces which include USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi and bluetooth connections. When choosing a label printer you should also check the printer is compatible with your operating system as many printers are not compatible with macOS. It is important to verify that the printer drivers are available for your operation system whether it&#;s Windows, macOS or Linux.
8. Printer Software Integration
Many customers will typically use a label design software which includes packages from BarTender, NiceLabel, Zebra Designer, if you plan on using these packages make sure to check the label printer is compatible. If you require a label printer to integrate with your own industry software it is important to check that the label printer can integrate with your current inventory, shipping or point-of-sale systems ect.
9. Optional Features
When purchasing a label printer we would recommend considering if certain optional features may be suitable for your application. Features which you should consider include an inbuilt label cutter which can cut continuous media to various sizes.This is a useful cost saving tool when there are various label sizes being printed. A feature which may be required for some applications is a built-in dispenser which automatically removes the label backing paper presenting a label ready to apply.
10. Future proof your investment
Label printers can be a costly investment therefore it&#;s important to consider your potential future label printing requirements as you do not want to quickly outgrow your printer. We suggest choosing a printer that can handle increased volume requirements if you plan on expanding your business fairly quickly.