Honeywell PC42t vs Honeywell PC43t
Side-by-side comparison of barcode printers specs, hardware, and features to help you pick the right one for your use case.
Affordable 4-inch desktop thermal transfer printer, supports multiple label language emulations, ideal for low to medium volume printing.
Advanced 4-inch desktop thermal transfer printer, supports 0.5-inch and 1-inch ribbon cores, LCD touchscreen operation.
Which one should you pick?
Both Honeywell PC42t and Honeywell PC43t are proven barcode printers options sold through JUNJI as an authorized distributor. Honeywell PC42t suits users who prioritize premium durability and industry certifications. Honeywell PC43t is a better fit for demanding environments and OEM-grade builds. Request a quote and we'll match you to the exact configuration for your workflow.
Full spec comparison
| Specification | Honeywell PC42t | Honeywell PC43t |
|---|---|---|
| Print Method | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer |
| Resolution | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) | 8 dots/mm / 12 dots/mm |
| Print Speed | 4 ips | 8 ips / 6 ips |
| Print Width | Max 104.1 mm (4.1") | 203 dpi: up to 104 mm (4.1"); 300 dpi: up to 106 mm (4.2") |
| Memory | 64 MB DRAM / 64 MB Flash | 128 MB RAM / 128 MB Flash |
| Sensors | Gap sensor + black mark sensor + print head open sensor | Reflective (black mark) + transmissive (spacing) + print head open + ribbon sensor |
| Media Types | Roll or folding sheet: label/tag/continuous/die-cut (thermal or thermal transfer) | Roll or folding sheet: label/tag/die-cut/continuous/black mark (thermal or thermal transfer) |
| Media Width | 25.4 – 110 mm (1 – 4.3") | Max 118 mm (4.65") |
| Media Roll OD | Max 127 mm (5") | Max 127 mm (5") |
| Media Core | 25.4 mm (1") | 38 / 40 / 76 mm (1.5" / 1.57" / 3") |
| Ribbon Length | Up to 300 m (984 ft) | Up to 300 m (984 ft) |
| Ribbon Width | Max 109.2 mm (4.3") | Max 110 mm (4.33") |
| Ribbon Core | 12.7 / 25.4 mm (0.5" / 1"), supports dual-axis switching | 12.7 / 25.4 mm (0.5" / 1") |
| Interface | Standard USB 2.0 + USB Host; optional RS-232 Serial or Serial + Ethernet | Standard USB 2.0 + USB Host; optional 10/100 Ethernet + RS-232 Serial + parallel port + Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n + Bluetooth 2.1 |
| Programming Language | Direct Protocol (DP) / ESim (EPL) / ZSim (ZPL II) / DPL | Direct Protocol (DP) / Fingerprint / IPL / DSim (DPL) / ESim (EPL) / ZSim2 (ZPL II) |
| Power | External transformer 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz, output 24 VDC 2.5 A | External transformer 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz |
| Weight | 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs) | 2.7 kg (5.9 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 297 × 226 × 177 mm (11.7 × 8.9 × 7.0") | 281 × 227 × 182 mm (11.1 × 8.9 × 7.2") |
| Display | — | Graphical LED interface or optional color LCD (supports 10 language menus) |
Differences highlighted. Data source: JUNJI product catalog (19 spec rows compared).